Featured Speaker

SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT: Erin Reddick

Founder of ChatBlackGPT™, Erin Reddick is an AI culture technologist on a mission to embed Black cultural perspectives into the heart of tech. She’s asking the questions that too many overlook, like how AI can learn from truth, not bias.

At MidwestCon 2025, Erin will lead a powerful conversation on building inclusive, culturally aware AI systems that serve all communities.

Featured Sponsor

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: 84.51°

84.51° is more than a data science company—they’re a Midwest-based innovation engine applying empathy through analytics. As a Kroger subsidiary, they turn first-party retail data into experiences that truly serve people.

We’re proud to have them back as a featured sponsor for 2025, bringing fresh insights into the role of human-centered AI in everyday life.

WHAT TO EXPECT

• Talks from thought leaders like Erin Reddick
• Panels on ethical AI, inclusive systems, and empathy in tech
• The Future of Data Hackathon – September 6, 2025
• Workshops and activations blending culture and innovation

TICKETS ARE NOW AVAILABLE

Reserve your spot today and be part of a tech experience that’s as human as it is innovative.

Visit https://midwestcon.live to register and explore the full agenda.

Get your ticket here↘️

With appreciation,

MidwestCon Team