Level Up with AI: An Alumni Networking Breakfast—Your event questions answered.

Q: When and where is the event? 
A: Friday, February 6 at 8:30 – 10:00am in Olmsted Parents Hall.  

Q: Do I need to be an AI expert to attend? 
A: Heck no! Just bring your curiosity! 

Q: Should I register? 
A: Absolutely! Space is limited, so sign in eventbrite today! 

Q: Will there be free food? 
A: Of course! A breakfast buffet will be served. 

Q: Who else will be there? 
A: Drake alumni, who graduated from different colleges and schools at Drake and are working across various industries, using AI in real-world ways.  

Q: What will I gain? 
A: Professional connections with Drake alumni as well as clarity on how AI can support your career development and growth from the keynote, Ben Weinberg, Director of Talent Development at F&G.  

 Q: Is there anything else I should know? 
A: If you’re interested, you can read the full event details below.  

Event Details: 

Friday, February 6 
8:30 – 10:00 AM 
Olmsted Student Center, Parents Hall 

 AI is here. Students have questions, and Drake alumni have some advice! Join Career Services, Alumni Relations, and Drake alumni from diverse academic and industry areas for a conversation about IF, WHEN, & HOW to use AI to support your career development and enjoy a free breakfast! 

Keynote Speaker: 

Ben Weinberg (Class of 2017), Director of Talent Development at F&G and former religion major at Drake University, shares that most people don’t really understand AI, but everyone is going to need the knowledge to talk about it and the skills to use it. He’s excited to share is expertise about talent development, AI, and the power of relationships. Students will walk away feeling energized, informed, and ready to leverage new networking relationships! 

 Student Registration: 

Students can register in Eventbrite, and space is limited. The full agenda is below. 

8:30 AM – Check-In 
8:45 AM – Breakfast & Networking
9:00 AM – Keynote Address: Ben Weinberg ‘17
9:30 AM – Open Networking  

— Jill Batten, Strategic Director of Advising and Career Services