We are very excited to announce the upcoming Business Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, and Cherry Blossom conference, hosted by The Johns Hopkins University - Carey Business School in Washington, D.C., on March 22 and 23, 2025. This two-day event offers a unique opportunity to learn about cutting-edge advancements in business analytics and artificial intelligence while enjoying the beautiful cherry blossom season in the nation's capital.
Day 1: Bootcamp – Predict-then-Optimize: Decision-Focused Learning
The conference will kick off with a boot camp featuring insights and hands-on knowledge in decision-focused learning, led by five distinguished experts from academia and industry:
Hamsa Bastani, Associate Professor of Operations, Information, and Decisions at the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania
Pascal Van Hentenryck, A. Russell Chandler III Chair and Professor of Industrial and Systems Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology
Vahid Rostami, Director of Machine Learning at Pendulum
Milind Tambe, Professor of Computer Science and Director of the Center for Research on Computation and Society at Harvard University
Kai Wang, Assistant Professor of Computational Science and Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology
Day 2: Recent Advances and Discussions
The second day will highlight the latest research in the field, featuring full paper presentations, engaging flash talks, and networking opportunities with thought leaders and innovators.
Beyond the enriching academic and professional experience, the conference offers a chance to immerse yourself in Washington, D.C.'s famous Cherry Blossom Festival, with its breathtaking beauty and vibrant cultural events.
Please stay tuned to the conference webpage for further updates, including conference details, registration, paper submission guidelines, and more. Please mark your calendars for this exciting convergence of analytics, AI, and cherry blossoms!
Happy New Year! 🎉
Organizers: Ali Eshragh, Ali Fattahi, and Yuexing Li
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Yuexing Li
Assistant Professor
Johns Hopkins Carey Business School
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