Utah will elevate its role in the AI landscape by hosting its 2025 AI Summit, "Utah's Pro-Human Leadership in the Age of AI," on Dec. 1-2, 2025, at the Salt Palace in Salt Lake City. Hosted by the Utah Department of Commerce and its Office of Artificial Intelligence Policy, the Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity, and the Nucleus Institute, this event invites key figures from government, business, and academia to engage in pivotal conversations about the future of artificial intelligence.
Discover how Utah is emerging as a national leader in prioritizing pro-human values within AI on multiple fronts, including industry, academic research, regulatory policy, and workforce development. Registration is now open. Don’t miss your chance to be at the forefront of AI collaboration and to harness technology for our collective future.
"Utah is at the forefront of supporting and developing pro-human artificial intelligence, where innovation aligns with humanity. This approach creates technology that reflects our values and enhances our lives," said Gov. Cox. "By aligning technological progress with community values, Utah sets an example for the nation. It emphasizes that innovations should improve quality of life, drive prosperity, and strengthen connections within society—not replace them.”
"Utah aims to establish itself as a national leader in pro-human and pro-innovation AI initiatives," said Margaret Woolley Busse, executive director of the Utah Department of Commerce. “By promoting discussions and collaborations at this summit, we are laying the groundwork for AI to contribute to impactful growth and societal well-being."
The 2025 Utah AI Summit will feature a robust lineup of speakers and panelists, including a special keynote address from Gov. Cox and a fireside conversation with Matthew Prince, CEO of Cloudflare.
Jefferson Moss, executive director of the Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity and the Nucleus Institute, said, "We are excited to assemble a diverse group of experts and stakeholders. This summit will highlight Utah's commitment to the future of AI and generate actionable insights and strategic collaborations to shape the future of technology and the impacts on our workforce.”
Key session highlights include workforce development in the age of AI and its impact on employment trends, cutting-edge research from our state’s top universities, emerging applications in biotechnology, finance, and sustainable energy, and interactive policy discussions on topics such as AI companions, personalized medicine, and AI in learning.
Featured speakers and experts include:
Luis Benavides (CEO, Neighborites)
Austin Carson (CEO, SeedAI)
Kirk Cullimore (Utah State Senator)
Berton Earnshaw (Founding Fellow, Recursion)
Nick Hafen (AI Lawyer, BYU)
Dave Hedengren (Managing Partner, Microsoft's Core Search and AI Division/Shopify)
Caleb Hicks (CEO, School AI)
Vic Hockett (Associate Commissioner, Talent Ready Utah)
Dan Lambert (CEO, PathologyWatch)
Joshua Miller (CEO, BIOS)
Kevin Moon (Data Science and AI Center Director, USU)
Masood Parvania (Founder, Grid Elevated)
Lexi Pasi (Founder, Lucidity Sciences)
Matt Winters (AI Education Specialist)
And, many more
The Utah AI Summit 2025 caters to a diverse audience, including AI researchers, technology firms, innovators, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and industry leaders. This summit is a unique opportunity for those seeking to leverage AI for growth, efficiency, and sustainable solutions. Attendees will gain valuable insights, practical tools, and meaningful connections to responsibly navigate the challenges and opportunities of artificial intelligence.
Discounted early bird tickets are available through Oct. 31, 2025.
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