2025 PDI Spring Training:
Amplifying Economic Development with Generative AI
March 25-26, 2025
The Heritage Center - Des Moines, Iowa
Training Description
This training session will equip economic development professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to successfully leverage generative AI to amplify their work. We will cover the fundamentals of AI, with a special focus on the current state and anticipated evolution of AI in 2025, the basics of prompting, and the ethical and legal challenges and strategies for the responsible use of this tool. Day 2 will include practical examples and case studies relevant to a wide range of contexts including rural/urban and small/large EDO's, ensuring that participants can easily translate the knowledge gained into actionable strategies for their organizations and communities.
What will the Spring Training offer you?
- Generative AI Fundamentals: Understand the core concepts and state of AI in 2025.
- Effective Prompting Techniques: Learn how to communicate effectively with AI tools for optimal results.
- Ethical & Legal Considerations: Navigate the complexities of using AI responsibly in economic development.
- Real-World Applications: Explore case studies and examples from various community sizes, translating knowledge into actionable strategies.
Keynote Speaker
Amplifying Economic Development through Generative AI
Christopher Porter
Chris Porter is the director of the artificial intelligence program at Drake University and an associate professor of computer science. He is also co-founder of Innovation Profs LLC, a company that provides training and consulting on generative AI. Prior to coming to Drake in 2016, Chris held postdoctoral positions at the University of Paris Diderot and the University of Florida. He received a joint PhD in mathematics and philosophy from the University of Notre Dame and an undergraduate degree in mathematics from Gonzaga University.
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The Heritage Center - DSM
120 E 5th Street,
DES MOINES, IOWA 50309
