BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Carolina Fintech Hub - ECPv6.4.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.carolinafintechhub.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Carolina Fintech Hub
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:-04:00
TZID:-05:00
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=-04:00:20240418T120000
DTEND;TZID=-04:00:20240418T130000
DTSTAMP:20240503T062907
CREATED:20240320T195738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T234612Z
UID:68108-1713441600-1713445200@www.carolinafintechhub.org
SUMMARY:Media Creation in the Age of AI
DESCRIPTION:With the advent of Generative AI\, media production from art\, advertising\, music\, narration\, and film are all being disrupted by novel capabilities. \nMany organizations are grappling with understanding the rate of change\, how capabilities can currently be leveraged\, and where to focus on developing durable Generative AI strategies. \nIn this talk\, Kent Keirsey\, the CEO of Invoke\, will share his perspectives on the technology coming from his early experiences at the formation of the open-source generative AI movement built around public openly licensed models like Stable Diffusion. He’ll share perspectives across modalities\, and highlight the emerging solutions being built to solve actual business challenges\, as well as the immediate problems enterprises face in deploying Generative AI solutions beyond a proof of concept \n**IN-PERSON EVENT DETAILS**:\nPlease join us for lunch in the [Method Charlotte](https://www.method.com/locations/charlotte/) office. We’re in the Charlotte Plaza building on the 8th floor (Panera on the ground floor). Take the escalator to the second floor and use the elevator bank to the 8th floor. \n**Lunch**: We’ll provide a free lunch starting at 11:30 am. \n**Parking**: We’re happy to validate parking for attendees who park in the [Charlotte Plaza Parking Deck](https://www.parkme.com/lot/82095/charlotte-plaza-parking-charlotte-nc). Please bring your parking ticket to the event.
URL:https://www.carolinafintechhub.org/event/media-creation-in-the-age-of-ai/
LOCATION:Method\, 201 S College St Suite 800\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Skookum Tech Talks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.carolinafintechhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1024x576-c815fn.tmp_.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=-04:00:20240326T120000
DTEND;TZID=-04:00:20240326T130000
DTSTAMP:20240503T062907
CREATED:20240226T182738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T204322Z
UID:67442-1711454400-1711458000@www.carolinafintechhub.org
SUMMARY:Redefining the Automotive Experience
DESCRIPTION:Electrification\, automation\, and digital disruption are sparking transformation across the auto industry. OEMs\, suppliers\, and service providers are evolving beyond hardware to consider new paradigms: software-defined model updates\, predictive maintenance\, subscription-based usage. Car buyers now demand the frictionless shopping\, financing\, and customization experiences that they enjoy in other categories – forcing traditional players to rethink the retail journey. \nJoin industry experts to learn how some of the biggest players are redefining the automotive experience to retain relevance and market leadership in this increasingly complex environment. \n**Panelists:**\n[Blair Holt](https://www.linkedin.com/in/blairtholt/) (Method) – Director\, Experience Design\n[Josh Batie](https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-batie/) (Toyota) – Vice President of Autonomous Mobility\n[Evangelos Simoudis](https://www.linkedin.com/in/evangelossimoudis/) (Synapse Partners) – Author\, Keynote Speaker\, CEO Advisor\, AI/ML Expert\, Managing Director \n**IN-PERSON EVENT DETAILS**:\nPlease join us for lunch in the [Method Charlotte](https://www.method.com/locations/charlotte/) office. We’re in the Charlotte Plaza building on the 8th floor (Panera on the ground floor). Take the escalator to the second floor and use the elevator bank to the 8th floor. \n**Lunch**: We’ll provide a free lunch starting at 11:30 am. \n**Parking**: We’re happy to validate parking for attendees who park in the [Charlotte Plaza Parking Deck](https://www.parkme.com/lot/82095/charlotte-plaza-parking-charlotte-nc). Please bring your parking ticket to the event.
URL:https://www.carolinafintechhub.org/event/redefining-the-automotive-experience/
LOCATION:Method\, 201 S College St Suite 800\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Skookum Tech Talks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.carolinafintechhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/1024x576-kd4huR.tmp_.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=-05:00:20240215T120000
DTEND;TZID=-05:00:20240215T130000
DTSTAMP:20240503T062907
CREATED:20240117T110140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T180244Z
UID:66278-1707998400-1708002000@www.carolinafintechhub.org
SUMMARY:Find Out Why: Using Jobs to Be Done to Understand Your Customers
DESCRIPTION:Join Bob Moesta\, founder of the Re-Wired Group and co-architect of the Jobs to Be Done theory\, to discover tools to help you understand your customers. Bob will introduce the essential frameworks and tools that underpin Jobs to Be Done\, all while challenging you to change the way you think about customer behavior. Learn how the principles of Jobs to Be Done can help you understand your customers and translate into actionable insights for strategy\, product development\, sales\, marketing and more. \n**IN-PERSON EVENT DETAILS**:\nPlease join us for lunch in the [Method Charlotte](https://www.method.com/locations/charlotte/) office. We’re in the Charlotte Plaza building on the 8th floor (Panera on the ground floor). Take the escalator to the second floor and use the elevator bank to the 8th floor. \n**Lunch**: We’ll provide a free lunch starting at 11:30 am. \n**Parking**: We’re happy to validate parking for attendees who park in the [Charlotte Plaza Parking Deck](https://www.parkme.com/lot/82095/charlotte-plaza-parking-charlotte-nc). Please bring your parking ticket to the event.
URL:https://www.carolinafintechhub.org/event/find-out-why-using-jobs-to-be-done-to-understand-your-customers/
LOCATION:Method\, 201 S College St Suite 800\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Skookum Tech Talks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.carolinafintechhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/1024x576-8byo1o.tmp_.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=-05:00:20240118T180000
DTEND;TZID=-05:00:20240118T190000
DTSTAMP:20240503T062907
CREATED:20231221T190202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T111645Z
UID:65508-1705600800-1705604400@www.carolinafintechhub.org
SUMMARY:The Talent and Tech Fueling the Future of Payments
DESCRIPTION:The financial services industry – more specifically\, the payments space – has been going through digital transformation for years\, and it’s only going to accelerate. To stay competitive\, U.S. and global financial institutions must get ahead of trends\, not just keep up with them. Join our expert panelists to learn where the industry is going and the types of technology and talent that will be needed moving forward. \n**Panelists:**\n[Dr. John Tuders](https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-john-tuders-dba-7b164a20/) (Method) – Executive Director\n[Katie O’Dell](https://www.linkedin.com/in/katieodell/) (Visa) – VP\, Head of North America Loyalty & U.S. Consumer Credit Products\, Platforms\, & Solutions\n[Kristy Duncan ](https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristyduncan/)(Women in Payments) – Founder & CEO\n[Donna Turner](https://www.linkedin.com/in/doturner/) – Executive Advisor / Consultant / Board Member in Payments \n**Financial Services Happy Hour**: 5-6 pm\nWe’ll be having an open house happy hour for Charlotte’s Financial Services Community with heavy appetizers and drinks. This will be a great way to meet and network with local peers\, learn from product experts\, and be inspired by recent success stories across the industry in a fun\, casual environment. \n**Location**:\nPlease join us in the [Method Charlotte](https://www.method.com/locations/charlotte/) office. We’re in the Charlotte Plaza building on the 8th floor (Panera on the ground floor). Take the escalator to the second floor and use the elevator bank to the 8th floor. \n**Parking**:\nWe’re happy to validate parking for attendees who park in the [Charlotte Plaza Parking Deck](https://www.parkme.com/lot/82095/charlotte-plaza-parking-charlotte-nc). Please bring your parking ticket to the event.
URL:https://www.carolinafintechhub.org/event/the-talent-and-tech-fueling-the-future-of-payments/
LOCATION:Method\, 201 S College St Suite 800\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Skookum Tech Talks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.carolinafintechhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/1024x576-yiDgRB.tmp_.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=-04:00:20230919T120000
DTEND;TZID=-04:00:20230919T130000
DTSTAMP:20240503T062907
CREATED:20230821T221444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T131514Z
UID:61931-1695124800-1695128400@www.carolinafintechhub.org
SUMMARY:Competing for Loyalty: Digital Strategies for Customer Engagement
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exploration of how leading retailers are adapting customer engagement\, loyalty\, and measurement strategies for the digital age. \nOur guests [Mike Frankel](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mfrankel04/)\, VP of Membership at Petco\, and [Morgan Sorbaro](https://www.linkedin.com/in/morgan-sorbaro/)\, Director of UX and Digital Transformation at Mavis Tire\, will discuss how to effectively connect with customers across channels\, balance personalization\, and scale through segmentation\, elevate loyalty programs\, and digitally transform experiences. \n**IN-PERSON EVENT DETAILS**: \nPlease join us for lunch in the [Method Charlotte](https://www.method.com/locations/charlotte/) office. We’re in the Charlotte Plaza building on the 8th floor (Panera on the ground floor). Take the escalator to the second floor and use the elevator bank to the 8th floor. \n**Lunch**: We’ll have a free rolling lunch with Johnny Burrito 🌯 starting at 11:30 am. \n**Parking**: We’re happy to validate parking for attendees that park in the [Charlotte Plaza Parking Deck](https://www.parkme.com/lot/82095/charlotte-plaza-parking-charlotte-nc). Please bring your parking ticket to the event.
URL:https://www.carolinafintechhub.org/event/competing-for-loyalty-digital-strategies-for-customer-engagement/
LOCATION:Method\, 201 S College St Suite 800\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Skookum Tech Talks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.carolinafintechhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/1024x576-bkIAk2.tmp_.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=-04:00:20230810T120000
DTEND;TZID=-04:00:20230810T130000
DTSTAMP:20240503T062907
CREATED:20230714T211623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230810T111227Z
UID:60574-1691668800-1691672400@www.carolinafintechhub.org
SUMMARY:How the Consumerism Renaissance is Transforming Healthcare
DESCRIPTION:The balance of power in healthcare is shifting. As consumers take the reins\, their experience and satisfaction – not maximized profits – are becoming the priority. In this “consumerism renaissance\,” patients and providers are taking back control\, demanding better experiences\, and expecting better outcomes. Healthcare organizations of all types must improve their consumer experience and digitally transform\, or risk being left behind. \nJoin us to learn more about the healthcare consumerism revolution. We’ll discuss how technology and innovative digital solutions are powering this transformation\, as well as tips for becoming a more active participant in your own care. \n**Our Panelists**:\n**[Scott Pope](https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottdpope/)**[ – Global Lead – Healthcare & Life Sciences at Method ](https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottdpope/)\n**[Angela Yochem](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayochem/)**[ – Healthcare Digital Transformation Executive](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayochem/)\n**[Kyle Seiter](https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyleseiter/)**[ – Chief Technology Officer at Medically Home](https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyleseiter/)\n**[Marc Warshawsky](https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-warshawsky-3452534/)**[ – Chief Digital Officer at Labcorp](https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-warshawsky-3452534/) \n**IN-PERSON EVENT DETAILS**:\nPlease join us for lunch in the [Method Charlotte](https://www.method.com/locations/charlotte/) office. We’re in the Charlotte Plaza building on the 8th floor (Panera on the ground floor). Take the escalator to the second floor and use the elevator bank to the 8th floor. \n**Lunch**: We’ll have a rolling lunch starting at 11:30 am. \n**Parking**: We’re happy to validate parking for attendees that park in the [Charlotte Plaza Parking Deck](https://www.parkme.com/lot/82095/charlotte-plaza-parking-charlotte-nc). Please bring your parking ticket to the event.
URL:https://www.carolinafintechhub.org/event/how-the-consumerism-renaissance-is-transforming-healthcare/
LOCATION:Method\, 201 S College St Suite 800\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Skookum Tech Talks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.carolinafintechhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/1024x576-1TgOVz.tmp_.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=-04:00:20230622T120000
DTEND;TZID=-04:00:20230622T130000
DTSTAMP:20240503T062907
CREATED:20230528T153302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230620T223116Z
UID:59198-1687435200-1687438800@www.carolinafintechhub.org
SUMMARY:Adaptive Teaming: The Future of Work in a Hybrid Context
DESCRIPTION:These last few years have been truly extraordinary times. This session will focus on the shifting role work in the context of a hybrid world which has threatened to deplete one of our most important and relevant resources—our social capital. Perhaps more than ever\, how we are connected is essential for determining performance\, innovation\, and how we influence. Based on years of organizational network research\, and a comprehensive three-year analysis\, this session will share network patterns and emerging practices for facilitating performance and innovation in a teaming environment. \n**IN-PERSON EVENT DETAILS**:\nPlease join us for lunch in the [Method Charlotte](https://www.method.com/locations/charlotte/) office. We’re in the Charlotte Plaza building on the 8th floor (Panera on the ground floor). Take the escalator to the second floor and use the elevator bank to the 8th floor. \n**Lunch**: We’ll have a rolling lunch starting at 11:30 am. \n**Parking**: We’re happy to validate parking for attendees that park in the [Charlotte Plaza Parking Deck](https://www.parkme.com/lot/82095/charlotte-plaza-parking-charlotte-nc). Please bring your parking ticket to the event.
URL:https://www.carolinafintechhub.org/event/adaptive-teaming-the-future-of-work-in-a-hybrid-context/
LOCATION:Method\, 201 S College St Suite 800\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Skookum Tech Talks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.carolinafintechhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/1024x576-GRsrjJ.tmp_.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=-04:00:20230525T120000
DTEND;TZID=-04:00:20230525T130000
DTSTAMP:20240503T062907
CREATED:20230426T222925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230523T141730Z
UID:58286-1685016000-1685019600@www.carolinafintechhub.org
SUMMARY:Generative AI and the Impact of Chat GPT
DESCRIPTION:It seems like you can’t go anywhere these days without hearing about AI and tools like ChatGPT. In fact\, ChatGPT is the fastest-growing consumer application in history\, reaching 100 million monthly active users just two months after launch. \nBut how do you tell what’s real and what’s hype regarding generative AI and the best ways to use this technology to drive business impact? Join our discussion with the leaders of AI and Innovation from Synchrony Financial to find out. \nTogether\, we’ll discuss important questions about AI\, including the best use cases\, how to make a business case for using it\, a framework to get the best outputs from AI tools\, and ways to reduce risk when using this fast-growing technology. \n**Panelists**:\nMike Storiale – VP of Innovation Development at Synchrony Financial\nJeremy Mack – AVP Solutions Architect\, Incubation and Emerging Tech at Synchrony Financial\nMichael Gray (Host) – Head of Engineering at Method \n**IN-PERSON EVENT DETAILS**:\nPlease join us for lunch in the [Method Charlotte](https://www.method.com/locations/charlotte/) office. We’re in the Charlotte Plaza building on the 8th floor (Panera on the ground floor). Take the escalator to the second floor and use the elevator bank to the 8th floor. \n**Lunch**: We’ll have a rolling lunch starting at 11:30 am. \n**Parking**: We’re happy to validate parking for attendees who park in the [Charlotte Plaza Parking Deck](https://www.parkme.com/lot/82095/charlotte-plaza-parking-charlotte-nc). Please bring your parking ticket to the event.
URL:https://www.carolinafintechhub.org/event/generative-ai-and-the-impact-of-chat-gpt/
LOCATION:Method\, 201 S College St Suite 800\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Skookum Tech Talks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.carolinafintechhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/1024x576-6IGDTh.tmp_.jpg
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR