AI Forward Summit: From Classroom to Career
Welcome to AI Forward
Preparing Students. Transforming Education. Advancing Industry.
Artificial intelligence is changing how we teach, learn, and work—and raising important questions about how we prepare students for what comes next. AI Forward: From Classroom to Career creates an opportunity for K–12 educators, higher education, students, and business and industry professionals to come together around those questions.
Through practical examples, shared experiences, and cross-sector conversation, Jax State’s AI Forward Summit will explore how AI is being used today, what we are learning along the way, and how education and industry can work together to prepare students for an evolving future.
One Summit. Three Perspectives.
K-12 Education
How AI is shaping teaching, learning, and student preparation.
Higher Education and Student Success
How AI is influencing teaching, student success, and institutional practice.
Business and Industry
How AI is changing the workplace, workforce needs, and innovation with the partner institution/school.Share What You're Learning. Show What's Possible.
We invite proposals from K-12 educators, higher education professionals, and industry leaders who are exploring the thoughtful, practical, and responsible use of AI.
Summit at a Glance
Thursday, February 11
- AI Exhibitor Expo
- Opening Lunch
- Keynote
- Breakout Sessions
- Cross-Sector Conversation
- AI Showcase Poster Session
- Jax State Evening Experience
Friday, February 12
- Breakfast & AI Exhibitor Expo
- Breakout Sessions
- Closing Plenary
- Next Steps
See the Full Program
Explore the sessions, speakers and conversations planned for AI Forward Summit.
Featured Keynote Speaker
Anthony Robbins
Former NVIDIA Vice President | Jax State Alumnus
Anthony Robbins, former NVIDIA Vice President and Jacksonville State University alumnus, brings decades of experience at the intersection of AI, innovation and technology. He will share his perspective on how AI is transforming education, industry and the future workforce, helping set the stage for conversations connecting K–12 education, higher education, and business and industry.
Featured Speakers & Curated Sessions
AI Forward will feature curated sessions from Coca-Cola UNITED, Honda, AmFirst Credit Union, Alabama Power, and other industry leaders, offering practical insights into real-world AI applications and opportunities.
Sponsorship & Exhibitor Opportunities
All sponsorship packages include exhibit space at the AI Forward Summit, along with additional recognition and promotional benefits based on sponsorship level.
Innovation Sponsor ($2,000)
- Standard 8' x 8' exhibit space with one 6-foot table and two chairs
- Internet access
- Electrical access upon request, subject to availability
- Organization recognition on printed and digital event signage and
promotional materials - Organization name and logo featured on the AI Forward Summit website
AI Champion Sponsor ($5,000)
Includes all Innovation Sponsor benefits, plus:
- Opportunity to provide a branded promotional item for all attendees, supplied by the sponsor and subject to approval
- Preferred exhibit placement with additional exhibit space
- Recognition during closing remarks
Presenting Sponsor ($10,000)
Includes all AI Champion Sponsor benefits, plus:
- Premier exhibit placement with expanded exhibit space and additional tables upon request, subject to availability
- Special recognition during opening and closing remarks
- Exclusive recognition as “AI Forward Summit Presented by [Organization
Name]