Preparing Rhode Island to Lead the AI Economy

06/13/23 • 9 min

In this episode of AI Wave, host Chris Parisi passionately calls on all Rhode Islanders to take action and demand state leaders to establish an AI task force. Reflecting on his recent op-ed piece, Chris emphasizes the urgent need for Rhode Island to embrace AI technology and prepare for the transformative impact it will have on businesses and the economy.

Drawing on the state's historical role as the birthplace of the American Industrial Revolution, Chris highlights the unique opportunity for Rhode Island to lead in advancements that will shape the future. He shares examples of industries like manufacturing and tourism, explaining how AI adoption is crucial for their survival and competitiveness.

With a focus on equipping businesses, developing the workforce, and investing in AI startups, Chris outlines a comprehensive vision for Rhode Island's AI revolution. Join Chris as he rallies Rhode Islanders to unite, call on state representatives, and establish an AI task force that will position the state as a beacon of innovation and opportunity. Tune in to be part of this exciting journey towards a thriving AI-powered future.
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Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction: Welcome to AI Wave with host Chris Parisi
01:32 - Call to Action: Urgent need for Rhode Islanders to demand the establishment of an AI task force
03:15 - Rhode Island's Opportunity: Reflecting on the state's historical role in revolutions and the potential to lead in AI advancements
06:42 - Impact on Industries: Examples of how AI adoption is crucial for industries like manufacturing and tourism
09:58 - Equipping Businesses: The importance of businesses embracing AI and integrating it into their operations
12:20 - Workforce Development: Preparing the existing and future workforce for the AI economy
14:45 - Investing in AI Startups: Supporting and nurturing AI-driven startups for growth
16:55 - Improving Quality of Life: Leveraging AI to enhance the overall quality of life in Rhode Island
19:10 - Call to Action: Uniting Rhode Islanders to call on state representatives and establish an AI task force
21:30 - Conclusion: Join the AI Wave journey towards a thriving AI-powered future

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AI Wave - Preparing Rhode Island to Lead the AI Economy

Transcript

Chris [00:00:07]:
Hey there, folks. I'm your host Chris Parisi, and this is the AI. Wave, the only podcast that combines the world of AI with business and marketing and Rhode Island's role in the whole matter. For the first time in the podcast, we're going to speak directly to Rhode Islanders. If you joined us last week, you'll remember that I called on our state leaders to create an AI task force in an effort to get ahead of this revolution and be ready to take immediate action. Since then