Speaking & Workshops

Selected talks and workshops on fashion, marketing and practical AI, with a focus on helping creative professionals and businesses use new tools without losing the human judgment, creativity and brand identity behind the work.

Selected appearances

I occasionally speak and lead workshops where fashion, marketing and emerging technology intersect, focusing on practical applications, clear communication and preserving creativity and brand identity.

Fashion + technologyUpcoming

Chicago Fashion Summit 2026

Upcoming Panelist

Date
October 13, 2026
Location
Chicago
Topic
Fashion, Tech & Transformation

Selected as a panelist for the 2026 Chicago Fashion Summit, joining a conversation on how applied AI can support independent fashion while preserving creativity, brand identity and the human side of the industry.

Technology / practical AI

Tech Connect / PWCC

Workshop

Date
June 16, 2026
Topic
Set Up Your Own AI Agent with Claude Cowork

Practical workshop introducing professionals to AI-agent workflows and showing how emerging tools can be applied to everyday work in a clear, approachable way.

Fashion / e-commerce / launch readiness

Apparel Industry Board Inc.

Workshop

Date
May 18, 2026
Topic
Photoshoot and Sales Prep for Designers Getting Ready to Launch

Workshop for fashion designers focused on preparing product imagery, shoots and launch materials with a stronger understanding of how visual presentation supports sales and brand positioning.

Marketing / practical AI

Rotary Means Business Fox Valley

Speaker

Date
January 13, 2025
Location
Holiday Inn Elgin
Topic
AI for Marketing: What’s Real, What’s Hype, and What Small Businesses Can Actually Use Today

Practical talk on how small businesses can use AI in marketing while staying visible, saving time and strengthening their brand without losing the human side of communication.

Let’s talk

Open to e-commerce, creative production, campaign and brand roles in fashion, beauty and premium consumer brands.