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Center for AI-EDGE

What We Do

Crummer’s Center for AI-EDGE (Executive Decision-making, Governance, and Execution) is dedicated to educating students and executives on leveraging AI to enhance decision-making, governance, and execution—key components of effective leadership. Our goal is to help organizations create, capture, and deliver value responsibly through the power of AI.

Led by Jay Liebowitz D.Sc., Professor of Business Innovation and Industry Transformation, AI-EDGE is set to become a premier hub for applied artificial intelligence (AI) in executive education, research, and industry collaboration.

Explore the AI-EDGE Center

AI-EDGE offers valuable opportunities for everyone—from students seeking cutting-edge AI education to businesses exploring innovative solutions, alumni looking to stay ahead of industry trends, and community members eager to engage in impactful AI research and collaboration. Whether you’re driving innovation or enhancing your knowledge, AI-EDGE connects you to the future of AI in business.

  • Raman Bukkapatnam, CIO, Marriott Vacations Worldwide
  • Richard Boyd, CEO, UltiSim
  • Avani Desai, CEO, Schellman
  • Anthony DiResta, Partner, Holland & Knight
  • Sherry Graziano ’10MHR, SVP-Digital Marketing, Truist
  • Cheryl Flink, SVP and Director of Research, Truist Leadership Institute
  • Dr. Sachin Jaitly ’02 ’03MBA, General Partner, Morgan Creek Capital Management, LLC
  • Isar Meitis ’09MBA, CEO, Multiplai.ai
  • John Myers ’94 ’96MBA, Vice President-IT Audit, PepsiCo (Ret.)
  • Thomas (Tom) Nesteruk, SVP/Associate Chief People Officer, Head of Workforce Optimization, Advent Health
  • Adam Scheinberg, Senior VP-IT, Massey Services
  • Ash Shoeibi ’16DBA, Director of Data Science, Meta
  • Mark Schwarz ’12MBA, Director of Logistics, Pella Corporation

AI-EDGE aspires to be a leading destination for applied AI education and research, recognized not just regionally but on a national and international level. We aim to foster a vibrant AI community within Rollins College and the broader Central Florida region, where industry leaders can connect, share insights, and explore the latest AI trends shaping their sectors.

Another critical objective is to forge strategic partnerships with industry and international AI centers. Leveraging Dr. Liebowitz’s extensive network, Crummer will collaborate with organizations across industries, government, and nonprofits to discover and promote best practices in AI application.

Finally, AI-EDGE is committed to developing impactful educational programs and resources for students, executives, and the wider community. These offerings will provide valuable learning opportunities, equipping participants with the skills and knowledge to drive AI innovation within their organizations and elevate the technological capabilities of our community.

The Center for AI-EDGE will concentrate on three core areas: executive decision-making, governance, and execution. We will explore how AI can address decision-making challenges, develop best practices for AI governance, and guide organizations in integrating AI for competitive advantage.

Key activities at AI-EDGE include:

  • Educational Programs: Courses on AI for business innovation and executive boot camps.
  • Research and Thought Leadership: Publishing insights on AI trends and applications.
  • Industry Engagement: Hosting lectures, summits, and board/corporate membership meetings.
  • Community Outreach: Building partnerships with local businesses and international AI centers.

The Center will be supported by an advisory board of seasoned AI professionals and executives who will provide strategic guidance and insight.

Students will have the opportunity to join the newly formed AI student organization, RAISE (Rollins AI for Social, Economic, and Environmental Impact). This interdisciplinary group will unite undergraduate and graduate students from across Rollins, including Crummer and the Hamilton Holt School, to foster collaboration and equip future leaders to use AI responsibly and effectively.

Key focus areas include:

  • Societal Impact: Projects and discussions on how AI can improve social justice, healthcare, education, and overall quality of life.
  • Economic Impact: Exploring AI’s role in driving economic growth, innovation, and sustainable business practices.
  • Environmental Impact: Utilizing AI to address environmental challenges such as climate change, conservation, and sustainable resource management.

Sponsorship levels below. Contact Jay Liebowitz, jliebowitz@rollins.edu for more information.

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Meet the Director

Dr. Jay Liebowitz, Professor of Business Innovation and Industry Transformation at Crummer, brings decades of experience in data science, AI, and knowledge management. A top-ranked global expert, Dr. Liebowitz has published over 45 books and previously held prominent roles at Columbia, Seton Hall, Johns Hopkins, and NASA.

Research and Publications

This recent publication takes a hard look at ways to regulate generative AI to reduce online hate and secure justice in a digital environment. Featuring research and offering practical guidelines, the book examines guardrails for regulating generative AI models, so they do not contribute to online hate, disinformation and imagery.

Check out the book details here.

Purchase the book and use the special discount code RHS25 for 25% off!

AI Across the Campus and Beyond Podcast

Dive into the world of AI with the Artificial Intelligence Student Organization, RAISE, at Crummer Graduate School of Business and Rollins College! Join us as we explore the real-world impact, opportunities, and challenges of AI in business and academia—sparking insightful conversations that prepare you for the future.

Upcoming Events

Join us at AI-EDGE events to explore cutting-edge AI innovations and learn how they can transform your business and leadership strategies.

Artificial Intelligence News


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Explore AI-EDGE at Crummer

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