BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Dominican University - ECPv6.18.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Dominican University X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.duny.edu X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Dominican University REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T174956Z CREATED:20260216T145614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T174956Z UID:10001549-1774265400-1774270800@www.duny.edu SUMMARY:AI: From Tool to Teammate DESCRIPTION:\n\n
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\n \n Event Recap — March 23\, 2026\n
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Palisades Institute Forum: “AI: From Tool to Teammate”

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On March 23\, 2026\, the Palisades Institute Forum brought together business leaders\, students\, and faculty at the Granito Center for an in-depth look at where AI is headed — and what organizations need to do now to keep pace.

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The forum featured a keynote from national AI strategist Alex Ruiz\, a live demonstration of agentic AI built by a DUNY student\, and a moderated panel on leadership\, ethics\, and what comes next.

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The session cut through the hype and focused on what works — especially for small businesses and nonprofits. Topics covered included:

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🌟 DUNY business student Tommaso Falchi demonstrated his agentic AI platform live — a real proof-of-concept built here on campus.
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AI Might Not Be Failing You — You Might Be Failing AI
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AI: From Tool to Teammate — Full Slide Deck
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Preview Interview
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Before the event\, DUNY business student Tommaso Falchi joined student-intern Juliana Battaglia and co-host Matt Schiering for a Spotify preview of his agentic AI platform.

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Who Presented
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Alex Ruiz
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Keynote: The Three Levels of AI Adoption
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Alex Ruiz — Founder\, Art X Machina
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Alex walked attendees through how businesses evolve from basic automation to full AI integration — and what separates companies that experiment from the ones that truly transform.

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Alex Ruiz is a strategic leader and business builder who helps organizations move AI from a “trending topic” to a practical tool for growth. As the founder of ART X MACHINA\, he works with both established companies and AI startups to turn new technologies into clear business strategies and everyday ways of working.

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With over 20 years of experience in digital transformation\, Alex has led multi-million-dollar portfolios for agencies and consultancies\, overseeing strategic work for iconic brands such as Nestlé\, American Express\, and Anheuser-Busch InBev. He is known for his ability to simplify complex changes — whether helping a Fortune 500 company save $15 million through more efficient partnerships or building his own startup agency from the ground up and scaling it to $17 million in annual revenue.

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Today\, Alex focuses on “AI-readiness” — identifying where AI can solve problems\, redesigning workflows to support human teams\, and creating the playbooks needed to launch new products. He currently serves as a strategic advisor for AI platforms like MeetSynthia™\, helping shape their product stories and launch plans.

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A graduate of Cornell University\, Alex served on the Cornell Dyson School Alumni Advisory Board and regularly returns to the classroom as a guest speaker to help students and business leaders navigate the future of work.

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Tommaso Falchi
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Live Demo: Agentic AI in the Wild
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Tommaso Falchi — DUNY Business Student
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Tommaso showcased his agentic AI-driven business platform\, demonstrating live what it looks like when AI becomes an operational teammate inside a real business.

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Panel Discussion: Strategy\, Ethics & What’s Next
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Alex Ruiz & Gwen Daugs\, Ph.D. — DUNY Philosophy
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A moderated conversation on where agentic AI is heading\, what businesses should avoid\, and how our values need to keep pace with the technology.

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Event Details
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\n Date:\n Monday\, March 23\, 2026\n
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\n Check-In:\n 11:30 AM\n
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\n Program:\n 12:00 – 1:00 PM\n
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\n Location:\n Granito Center of Dominican University New York
3 Campus Dr\, Blauvelt\, NY 10913\n
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URL:https://www.duny.edu/events/ai-from-tool-to-teammate/ LOCATION:Granito Extension END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T173000 DTSTAMP:20260122T153833Z CREATED:20260121T165839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T153833Z UID:10001539-1771435800-1771435800@www.duny.edu SUMMARY:Shared Traditions: Ash Wednesday & Ramadan Dinner DESCRIPTION:An Interfaith Reflection on Fasting\, Faith\, and Community. \nJoin us for a unique evening as we bring together two significant spiritual traditions. This year\, the beginning of Lent and the preparation for Ramadan coincide\, offering a beautiful opportunity for the DUNY community to explore the shared practice of fasting. \nThrough a shared meal and guided reflection\, we will discuss how different faiths use fasting as a tool for spiritual discipline\, gratitude\, and solidarity with those in need. \nEvent Details\n\nDate: Wednesday\, February 18\nTime: 5:30 PM\nLocation: Granito Extension\nWho: Open to all DUNY students URL:https://www.duny.edu/events/shared-traditions-ash-wednesday-ramadan-dinner/ LOCATION:Granito Extension CATEGORIES:All Events,Student Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T163000 DTSTAMP:20260122T153337Z CREATED:20260121T170857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T153337Z UID:10001541-1771335000-1771345800@www.duny.edu SUMMARY:Fra Angelico Feast Day: Sip & Paint DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Patron Saint of Artists with Creativity and Community. \nJoin us for a relaxing afternoon of art and fellowship as we honor the feast day of Blessed Fra Angelico\, the famous 15th-century Dominican friar and painter. Known for his breathtaking frescoes and devotion\, Fra Angelico believed that “to paint Christ\, one must live with Christ.” \nIn the spirit of the Dominican tradition of the arts\, we invite you to pick up a brush\, sip a refreshing mocktail\, and find your own creative inspiration. \nEvent Details 🎨\n\nDate: Tuesday\, February 17\nTime: 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM (Drop in anytime!)\nLocation: Granito Extension\nWho: Open to the entire DUNY community (Students\, Faculty\, and Staff) URL:https://www.duny.edu/events/fra-angelico-feast-day-sip-paint/ LOCATION:Granito Extension CATEGORIES:All Events,Faculty and Staff,Student Events END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR