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The Wedge + SIUE: Partner Showcase & Networking Event

The Wedge

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Thu, 04 Sep, 2025 at 05:30 pm

2 hours

The Wedge Innovation Center

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Date & Location

Thu, 04 Sep, 2025 at 05:30 pm to 07:30 pm (GMT-05:00)

The Wedge Innovation Center

620 East Broadway, Alton, United States

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About the event

The Wedge + SIUE: Partner Showcase & Networking Event
Join us for our monthly Partner Showcase & Networking Event @The Wedge Innovation: meet new people, make connections, and have a great time!

About this Event




SIUE Partner Showcase & Networking Event!




The Wedge Innovation Center powered by SIUE, featuring partners from:
  • SIUE Center for Predictive Analytics (CPAN)

Attendees: Entrepreneurs, business leaders, educators, changemakers, and community members interested in learning the basics of AI (Artificial Intelligence)








WHAT

  • A high-energy open house and networking experience where guests will:
  • Meet our University Partner, Dr. Carolyn Butts-Willsmeyer, Associate Professor and Director of the SIUE Center for Predictive Analytics
  • Learn about regional resources and how AI can support innovation, education, and entrepreneurship
  • Connect with leaders and organizations actively shaping the future of the Metro East Region






WHEN
Thursday, September 4th, 2025
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM (must arrive by 5:45 to enter)







WHERE


4th Floor + Rooftop Terrace
Entrance at 620 E Broadway (across from Germania Brew House), check in at 2nd floor reception when you arrive







WHY

  • To highlight the collaboration, visibility, and opportunity at The Wedge
  • To introduce the public and regional stakeholders to the impactful work of SIUE community partners
  • To build meaningful connections that fuel innovation, equity, and economic growth in the Metro-East and beyond


*All registered attendees will receive a confirmation email and reminder 48 hours before the event begins, along with detailed parking information.


*If you have questions or need to request accommodations, please email c3NjaHJhZ2UgfCB0aGV3ZWRnZWFsdG9uICEgY29t.

















Agenda


🕑: 05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Introduction to AI tools, prompt engineering and practical uses for AI
Host: Dr. Carolyn Butts-Willsmeyer

Info: Dr. Butts-Willsmeyer is the Director of the SIUE C-PAN Department. C-PAN is the University-wide research center, consisting of collaborating SIUE faculty who utilize state-of-the-art mathematical, statistical, computational, and machine learning tools and techniques to analyze data, produce predictions, and assess the probabilities of future events. C-PAN forges relationships with businesses and governmental agencies to provide analysis of the multitude of data that these organizations collect to help them craft good policy and create effective practices.



🕑: 06:30 PM - 07:30 AM
Networking and Refreshments


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The Wedge + SIUE: Partner Showcase & Networking Event, 4 September | Event in Alton | AllEvents
The Wedge + SIUE: Partner Showcase & Networking Event
Thu, 04 Sep, 2025 at 05:30 pm
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