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Connecting global communities through AI education and empowerment initiatives. Discover our sister nonprofit organization dedicated to democratizing AI knowledge.
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Of all the ways in which artificial intelligence has been improving our lives — from more organized shopping to faster delivery of household products purchased over the internet — few will have as much impact as rapid advancements now underway in the health-care industry.
“It is imperative that we develop quintessential human skills that AI can’t replicate,” said Steve Cady, BGSU Business Professor. “There will be those who manage AI and those who are managed by AI. People are not the problem. We are the solution. We must normalize human relationships and the problems that come with them.” Great Lakes AI Week continues through Saturday with events across Toledo and Bowling Green.
Over 1,000 professionals from all over the Midwest flocked to BGSU Wednesday. They met students and discussed the impacts and future of artificial intelligence during Great Lakes AI Week.
The College of Engineering hosted artificial intelligence certification workshops sponsored by JobsOhio on Tuesday, kicking off a series of on-campus events under the broader umbrella of Great Lakes AI Week.
AI Week Midwest, the region's largest artificial intelligence conference, launches in Toledo and continues at BGSU with 1,000+ professionals and 125 speakers highlighting AI's impact on industry, education, and workforce development.
Our Global Initiatives
Connecting communities worldwide through AI education, empowerment, and collaborative events.
EmpoweredAI
Our Sister Nonprofit Organization
EmpoweredAI is our nonprofit initiative focused on making artificial intelligence education accessible to underserved communities worldwide. We believe that AI should empower everyone, not just those with access to expensive resources.
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Countries Reached
5,000+
Students Trained
50+
Workshops Held
100%
Free Programs
Toledo.codes
Toledo's Tech Community
Toledo.codes is our community initiative that brings together developers, designers, and entrepreneurs in Northwest Ohio. We host meetups, workshops, and hackathons that foster collaboration and innovation.
Monthly
Meetups
100+
Community Members
3+
Partner Groups
2025
Growing Strong
Join Toledo's Tech Community
Connect with local developers, designers, and entrepreneurs building the future.
Great Lakes AI Week
Annual AI Conference & Summit
Great Lakes AI Week is our flagship annual event bringing together AI leaders, researchers, and practitioners from across the Great Lakes region. This week-long summit features workshops, keynotes, and networking opportunities focused on advancing AI adoption in manufacturing and beyond.
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Speakers
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Workshops
1,200+
Attendees
Midwest's Premier AI Event
Experience a week dedicated to advancing AI collaboration across the Great Lakes region.