Designed by Humans, Run by Agents: Projector Chicago Launch
What happens when AI agents don’t just assist – but act?
We’re entering a new phase where systems make decisions, execute tasks, and reshape how products and experiences are built.
This event is not about what AI can do. It’s about what humans should do next.
Where does AI add value?
What becomes our role?
And how do we design for a world where intelligence is embedded in everything?
Gina Grant – Founder & CEO, CoreKind
Human-centered innovation leader and creator of The Superpower Framework. Helps individuals and organizations build emotional intelligence, creativity, and future-ready skills in an AI-driven world. Global speaker (Grace Hopper, Connected Learning Summit, universities & design labs).
Susan Sanders – Founder & AI Advisor, Spinderok
20+ years guiding human-centric DEX strategy and work redesign. Makes the case that the problem with agentic AI isn’t the technology — it’s that we’ve skipped principled design. Founding Member of the Interwovn Responsible AI Collective; Equity & Impact Chair, IAMCP Americas Chicago Chapter.
Oleg Slyusarchuk – Head of Product & Service Design, ELEKS
Product leader with 20+ years of experience across fintech, healthcare, and enterprise. Scaled global product teams (80+ experts) and led 70+ product discovery initiatives. Focused on AI-enabled product strategy, rapid validation, and agentic systems.
Olena Midzhak – Product Marketing & CX Strategist | AI Adoption
Product marketing and CX strategist focused on turning complex products and AI-enabled solutions into clear customer value. Brings experience in product discovery, go-to-market strategy, employer brand, and community building. Awards judge, mentor, and Wtech Chicago partner.
Who should join
Product Managers & Product Leaders
Founders & Startup teams
CX / UX professionals, Product Designers
Marketers & Growth leaders
Anyone building in an AI-driven world
What to expect
Insightful talks followed by a curated panel discussion with industry experts
Real perspectives on AI, product, and human value
Thoughtful conversations
Networking with people who build, think, and create
Organizers & partners
Projector Institute, Creative & Tech Online Institute – is a global community, originally from Ukraine that provides professional education in IT and the creative industries. It focuses on hands-on learning through real-world case studies and mentorship from industry experts at global companies.
CoreKind – is a global human‑centered innovation studio helping people and organizations build the emotional intelligence, creative confidence, and future‑ready skills needed to thrive in an AI‑powered world.
UITC – a Chicago-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit and the largest community of Ukrainian digital professionals in North America. It serves as a vital networking hub, connecting thousands of Ukrainian tech talent, facilitating U.S. and international collaborations, and aiding tech professionals in thriving in the U.S.
📅 Thursday, May 21 · 5:00 - 7:30 PM
📍 Fabrik Chicago, 440 N Wells St Suite 630, Chicago, IL
🎟 Free to attend · Limited capacity