AI for Business - Opportunities, Innovation, and Ethics
The James W. Burns Executive Education Centre is proud to present the next Asper After Five event: AI for Business – Opportunities, Innovation, and Ethics.
| Date | October 29, 2025 |
| Time | 5:30 - 7:00pm |
| Format | In-Person |
| Location | James W. Burns Executive Education Centre |
| Cost | Complimentary – Session FULL |
Sponsored by: Manitoba Chambers of Commerce
Catering by: Rae & Jerry’s Steakhouse
About
From boardrooms to shop floors, AI is transforming how we work, compete, and serve customers. But are you prepared for what comes next?
In this edition of Asper After Five, we focus on AI for business, because in today’s rapidly evolving landscape, understanding AI isn’t just an advantage – it’s essential for survival.
Join us for this interactive fireside chat and networking reception featuring leading AI experts who will share insights on:
- Opportunities – Unlocking growth, streamlining operations, and strengthening decision-making
- Risks – Addressing ethical challenges, privacy concerns, and trust in data-driven systems
- Leadership – Guiding organizations through AI adoption with confidence
This is not a technical session—it’s a candid conversation for leaders seeking the big picture on AI’s impact. Interactive Q&A and networking reception included. Whether you’re in the C-suite or guiding a growing organization, this conversational event will equip you with actionable strategies to harness AI’s potential while protecting your people and values.
Speakers
Joel Semeniuk
President & CEO, Primal
Biography
Joel Semeniuk is the President and CEO of Primal, a neuro-symbolic AI company with 170+ patents focused on governing AI behaviour in high-trust environments. Over the past 30 years, he’s built and exited ventures, led a global innovation studio, advised organizations across North America, Europe, and Asia, and launched national open innovation programs at Communitech. For over two decades, Microsoft has recognized him as a Microsoft Regional Director, an honour awarded to global tech leaders driving impact across industry, innovation, and community.
Casey Wahl
Founding Board Member, Manitoba Association of AI Professionals (MAAIP) and Senior AI Product Manager, Proscia
Biography
Casey develops AI solutions at Proscia that are transforming pathology and advancing innovation in clinical and life sciences. She translates cutting-edge artificial intelligence capabilities into practical, user-centered tools that support precision medicine. As a founding board member of MAAIP, Casey also helps guide the growth of Manitoba’s AI ecosystem, working with business leaders and practitioners to foster responsible adoption and unlock new opportunities for organizational impact.
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