Women Applying AI NC Launch Event!
Join us for the official launch of Women Applying AI (WAAI) in North Carolina — a non-profit community designed to support and elevate women who are leading, learning, and leveraging AI across industries.
WAAI is building a community of women who are not just learning about AI, but actively applying it to accelerate their careers, confidence, and leadership.
This event is designed to:
Create connection among women across industries in North Carolina
Build awareness and confidence around AI adoption
Establish a strong local foundation for WAAI growth
Spark ongoing collaboration and momentum beyond this room
✨ Event Program Highlights:
6:00–6:30 PM — Arrival + Networking
6:30–7:30 PM — Welcome and Speakers
The AI Gap, Speaker: Erica Rooney, NC State Lead, Women Applying AI
Guest Speaker, Teena Piccione - Secretary & State Chief Information Officer. Perspective on AI, education, and real-world application
7:30–8:30 PM — Intentional Networking Experience: Guided Networking and Open Networking
Come ready to be inspired, connect with fellow pioneers, and celebrate the launch of a community built for women who are ready to shape the future of AI.
This NC launch is about women applying AI to solve problems and create opportunities —but it takes all of us to create the future we want to see. Men and other allies are encouraged to join us as collaborators, supporters, and champions of change.
By registering, you acknowledge that photos and video may be taken at the event and consent to their use, as well as agree to a general liability waiver.
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If you believe in a more inclusive approach to shaping the future of AI — bringing in voices that are often left out of the conversation — we need your support now. Your tax-deductible contribution helps us bring programs to women who are ready to step into this space.