USC MLAA-OC Education Series - AI for Business Owners

Join fellow Trojans for a 3-part education series on what AI is, how it works, and how to put it to work for your business.
About this Event

Artificial Intelligence is no longer the future - it's the present. The question is: are you ready to use it?

Join the USC MLAA Orange County Chapter for an exclusive three-part educational series designed to demystify AI and equip you with the knowledge and tools to put it to work in your business. Whether you're brand new to AI or have been exploring it on your own, this series meets you where you are and takes you further than you've gone before.

One ticket gets you access to all three session

Part 1: 9/17/26
Part 2: 9/24/26
Part 3: 10/1/26

Each session is unique and will build upon the content from the previous session(s).

Space is limited. Regiter by September 4th to take advantage of an early bird discount!

Meet Your Instructor

This series is led by Sean Patterson, an AI expert and educator who specializes in helping both technical and non-technical professionals confidently adopt AI. Sean is the founder of CrossGen AI, a company dedicated to human-centered, human-led AI adoption. Their focus is always on empowering people, not replacing them. Sean has trained over 1,000 employees across more than 10 industries and has helped organizations eliminate over $1 million in unnecessary technology costs. He brings real-world experience, practical insight, and the ability to make complex concepts accessible to everyone in the room.

Learn more about Sean and CrossGen AI:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-patterson-ct/
• Website: https://crossgen-ai.com/

Who Should Attend?

This series is designed for Trojan business owners, professionals, and leaders who want to understand AI beyond the buzzwords and start using it to work smarter. No technical background required, just curiosity and a desire to grow.

Each session builds on the last, so attending all three is strongly encouraged to get the full experience and maximum value. Don't miss your chance to get ahead of the curve. Reserve your spot today, space is limited.

• All Trojan alumni are welcome!
• Advance registration required
• One ticket covers all three event days
• Attire: Business Casual
• Self-parking available in tower at your own cost ~ $20
• Hosted by Marshall Alumni OC Board Member: Wayne Neal

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University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination

These events are open to all eligible individuals. Marshall School of Business operates all of its programs and activities consistent with the University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination. Eligibility is not determined based on race, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited factor.

University’s Accessibility Clause

USC is committed to making its events accessible to individuals with disabilities. If you need accommodations in order to participate in this event, you may contact the USC Marshall and Leventhal Alumni Association at [email protected]. Individuals requiring accommodations or auxiliary aids such as sign language interpreters/real time captioners and alternative format materials are asked to notify us at least seven days prior to the event. Every reasonable effort will be made to provide accommodations in an effective and timely manner.