Join us for part one of our Sunrise Seminar Series, where we'll explore the evolving landscape of Ethics in AI, tailored specifically for communications professionals. In an era where technology intersects with public perception like never before, understanding the ethical implications of AI is not just beneficial — it's essential. You'll gain actionable insights on how to navigate ethical challenges in AI-driven campaigns, ensuring your strategies uphold transparency, fairness, and societal responsibility.

About our speaker: 
Anthony (Tony) D’Angelo, APR, Fellow PRSA, is a professor of practice and department chair in Public Relations at Syracuse University’s Newhouse School of Public Communications. He joined Newhouse in 2015 following 30 years in communications leadership roles in the agency, corporate and not-for-profit sectors, most recently for ITT Corporation. 

D’Angelo’s writing and commentary on public relations and strategic communications have been featured in The New York Times, BusinessWeek, the Financial Times, USA Today, CNBC, NPR, Reuters, Forbes, Sports Illustrated, AdAge and other outlets, and he was a regular contributor to The Wall Street Journal’s “Crisis of the Week” column. He was editor of a book published in 2022, 75 Years of Impact and Influence: People, Places &; Moments in Public Relations History, and is co-author of a textbook on writing to be published later this year.

D’Angelo served as co-chair of the Commission on Public Relations Education (CPRE) from 2020 to 2021, and was PRSA’s national chair in 2018. He received the Newhouse School’s Excellence in Teaching and Excellence in Research, Writing, and Creativity Awards in 2023. He is a member of the Page Society and PRSA’s College of Fellows, elected in recognition of his contributions to the field.

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Sunrise Seminar #1: August 7th — Ethics in AI with speaker Tony D'Angelo
An educational and informational session exploring issues and solutions related to ethics in AI.
Virtual, 12pm

Sunrise Seminar #2: August 14th — Content Marketing & AI with speaker Sarah Seweryniak
Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, discover how AI is revolutionizing content creation processes. Learn techniques, best practices, and efficient workflows from an industry expert.
Univera Healthcare, 8am

Sunrise Seminar #3: August 22nd — AI Demo & Roundtable Discussion with speaker Samantha Schlein 
Join us for a demo on the human element to AI, led by Samantha Schlein, followed by a happy hour and roundtable discussion on what the guidelines for PR pro's and AI should be! 
Buffalo Distilling, 5pm