The Artificial Intelligence Initiative Conference, titled "Using AI Well — and Building a Data Infrastructure to Support It," is a day-long event organized by the Silicon Flatirons Center at the University of Colorado Law School. This conference aims to examine the impact of artificial intelligence on law, the legal system, and society by bringing together thought leaders from academia, government, business, and non-profits for rigorous, evidence-based discussions on AI public policy.
The morning sessions will focus on how AI is transforming various aspects of daily life, including established use cases and emerging best practices in utilizing AI effectively. Keynote remarks and panel discussions will delve into topics such as AI's role in trust and safety work, content moderation, fraud detection, and child protection, highlighting both opportunities and challenges presented by generative AI.
In the afternoon, the conference will shift attention to the imperative of developing a robust data infrastructure to support responsible AI expansion. Discussions will explore the economic and quality-of-life implications of AI data infrastructure deployment, balancing demand considerations driving data center investments with supply perspectives on resource and regulatory approaches in energy, environment, water, and land use.
Attendees will have opportunities for networking during the lunch break and a closing reception. The event will feature notable speakers, including Professor Harry Surden from the University of Colorado Law School, and panelists from organizations such as Tripadvisor, Thorn, and Slalom. This conference is ideal for professionals, academics, policymakers, and students interested in the intersection of AI, law, and public policy, offering valuable insights into the responsible use and infrastructure development of AI technologies.
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Speakers(20)
Alexandra Robinson
Director – Responsible AI at Slalom
Alexandra Robinson is the Director of Responsible AI at Slalom, focusing on ethical AI practices.
Becky Foley
VP Trust & Safety at Tripadvisor
Becky Foley serves as the Vice President of Trust & Safety at Tripadvisor, overseeing content moderation and user safety.
Casey Lide
Partner at Keller & Heckman
Casey Lide is a Partner at Keller & Heckman, specializing in telecommunications law.
Chris Winter
Executive Director at Getches-Wilkinson Center for Natural Resources, Energy, and the Environment
Chris Winter is the Executive Director of the Getches-Wilkinson Center for Natural Resources, Energy, and the Environment.
Daniel W. Linna Jr.
Senior Lecturer & Director of Law and Technology Initiatives at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law & McCormick School of Engineering
Daniel W. Linna Jr. is a Senior Lecturer and Director of Law and Technology Initiatives at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law and McCormick School of Engineering.
Dave Willner
Co-Founder at Zentropi, Inc.
Dave Willner is the Co-Founder of Zentropi, Inc., focusing on innovative solutions in content moderation and trust.
David Reed
Senior Research Associate at University of Colorado Boulder
David Reed is a Senior Research Associate at the University of Colorado Boulder, specializing in telecommunications policy.
David Sullivan
Executive Director at Digital Trust & Safety Partnership
David Sullivan is the Executive Director of the Digital Trust & Safety Partnership, focusing on enhancing trust and safety in digital environments.
Gordon Dolven
Director of Data Center Research at CBRE
Gordon Dolven is the Director of Data Center Research at CBRE, analyzing trends in data center markets.
Harry Surden
Professor of Law at University of Colorado Law School
Harry Surden is a Professor of Law at the University of Colorado Law School, specializing in artificial intelligence and law.
Jack Ihle
RVP, Regulatory Policy at Xcel Energy
Jack Ihle is the Regional Vice President of Regulatory Policy at Xcel Energy, focusing on energy regulation.
Jason Schwent
Member at Clark Hill, PLC
Jason Schwent is a Member at Clark Hill, PLC, focusing on data privacy and cybersecurity law.
Jeff Casey
Director at Burns & McDonnell
Jeff Casey is a Director at Burns & McDonnell, focusing on data center design and construction.
Marshall Brown
General Manager at Aurora Water
Marshall Brown is the General Manager of Aurora Water, overseeing water resource management.
Matt Schmit
Executive Director at Silicon Flatirons
Matt Schmit is the Executive Director of Silicon Flatirons, leading initiatives at the intersection of technology and policy.
Melissa Stroebel
VP, Research & Strategic Impact at Thorn
Melissa Stroebel is the Vice President of Research & Strategic Impact at Thorn, working to protect children from online exploitation.
Nathan Schneider
Associate Professor of Media Studies at CU Boulder
Nathan Schneider is an Associate Professor of Media Studies at CU Boulder, researching cooperative ownership and digital governance.
Rebecca White
Director at Colorado Public Utilities Commission
Rebecca White is a Director at the Colorado Public Utilities Commission, overseeing utility regulation.
Stacy Tellinghuisen
Deputy Director of Policy Development, Clean Energy at Western Resource Advocates
Stacy Tellinghuisen is the Deputy Director of Policy Development for Clean Energy at Western Resource Advocates.
Susan Adams
Founder at Women in AI Labs, Women in AI Colorado
Susan Adams is the Founder of Women in AI Labs and Women in AI Colorado, promoting diversity and inclusion in AI.
Event Details
- Date
- March 6, 2026
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Boulder, United States
- Wolf Law Building, Wittemyer Courtroom
- Pricing
- Unknown
- Audience
- Professionals, academics, policymakers, and students interested in AI, law, and public policy.
- CLE Credits
- Application pending to The State of Colorado Supreme Court Board of Continuing Legal & Judicial Education.