Erin O'Donnell, Co-Founder of the American Cannabis Bankers Association, Co-Founder of BankersHub and Co-Founder/CEO of Bankerstuff oversees product innovation and education. She has over 30 years of experience in strategic event management, specializing in technology and online delivery of content. Previously, Erin co-founded Bankerstuff, an online portal of banking education and information, where she launched the banking industry’s first virtual conference and expo and served as the CEO. Erin frequently speaks at industry conferences on planning virtual events, including live streaming events and webinars, she has also been a featured keynote speaker on the topic of the importance of social media in financial services. In the late 1990's, during the "dot.com" boom, Erin worked in San Francisco for VentureOne Corporation (now owned by Dow Jones) where she was responsible for creating and leading the company's events department. At VentureOne, Erin was responsible for the P&L of the events business which she grew from inception into more than 25% of the overall corporate revenue for VentureOne. Prior to VentureOne, Erin worked in the renewable energy industry, creating industry events for Technology Transition Corporation in Washington, DC, focusing on the scalability and growth of the Photovoltaic, Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Power Industries. She also worked with renowned Geophysicist, Dr. Gordon MacDonald, at the think tank "Institute on Global Conflict and Cooperation" at the University of California (San Diego) founded by Herbert York (a physicist on the Manhattan Project), where she planned conferences for government officials, scientists and academics. Erin is a Cannabis Banking Professional (CBP), a certified Digital Event Strategist (DES) and a Certified Meeting Manager

Driven professional with a B.S. degree in Statistics from Case Western Reserve University and currently pursuing a Master of Applied Statistics from Penn State University.

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Drawing on over 18 years of marketing and communications experience, I'm a brand messaging strategist and copywriter who helps small businesses and start-ups find their voice and polish their message so they can attract and engage with the humans in their audience. My flexible framework, the REACH Visibility Trajectory™, blends research, strategy, and effective copy to build connections with your audience and turn your brand into a customer magnet. Whether you need help translating what you do into effective storytelling or turning highly technical concepts into engaging stories that make your brand relatable to your target audience, I can help you create a story that connects with your audience and shows them how your products and services solve their real-world problems. Clients include: Shutterstock | HubSpot | Xenon arc Specialties: ✅ Impactful values-driven brand messaging that creates a consistent customer journey ✅ Effective, conversion-focused website copy that mirrors your customer journey ✅ Tailor-made funnel strategy and assets designed to speed up relationship development and deepen your market share ✅ Thought leadership content that builds authority and fuels your funnel Ready for a conversation? Schedule one at erinpennings.com/consult or email [email protected]. #marketingstrategy #funnelstrategy #brandmessaging #thoughtleadership #webcopy #contentstrategy

Customers are our greatest asset. Yet so many of us don’t know who our best customers are. We don’t know what’s important to them, where their passions lie or even why they are our customer. For the last 2+ decades, I’ve been devoting my time and energy to helping organizations get to know their customers, teaching best practices for building a relevant two-way dialog and preaching the customers voice “know me, engage me, inspire me --- show me you know me!”. Building long loyal profitable customers is my favorite topic. Feel free to reach out with questions, ideas or even if you’d like a sounding board for your vision or concepts. Looking forward to engaging over your goals and your customers’ needs!

I'm a passionate AI professional and the founder of ChatBlackGPT, a platform that represents a significant milestone in my career and exemplifies my commitment to responsible and inclusive AI development. My journey in the AI space is marked by an unwavering dedication to advancing technology that is not only innovative but also ethically grounded and culturally sensitive. My background in big tech grants me a real world perspective on today's social climate in powerful corporations. Founding ChatBlackGPT marked a pivotal moment in my career. This platform, aimed at addressing underrepresentation and biases in AI, has been a powerful catalyst, opening doors to work with those seeking AI solutions, education and workshops that embody inclusivity and social responsibility. It showcases my commitment to developing AI that is innovative, ethical, and culturally aware. In my role as an independent Sr. AI Advisor, I blend technical expertise with strategic insights, guiding teams and clients through the complex world of AI. My work in supporting client discussions, proposals, and project execution reflects my deep understanding of the ethical implications of AI and the importance of tailoring solutions to individual client needs. My most recent experience at Meta managing multimillions in client relations and partnerships for 3rd party tooling included AI solutions. Engaging with key stakeholders, I advocate for AI solutions that are inclusive, ethical, and representative of diverse experiences. This endeavor has reinforced my position as a subject matter expert in responsible AI, enabling me to provide valuable insights and strategic guidance also informed by NIST. I am committed to shaping a future where AI is a catalyst for positive change, ensuring technological advancements are ethically grounded and beneficial for all communities. My vision is to continue leading in the AI space, advocating for solutions that empower and resonate with diverse groups, driving responsible and universally beneficial technological progress. As a Keynote speaker in AI, i've seen progress in rooms that absolutely inspires me. We all have a right to contribute to our futures filled with a technology so powerful. We must foster understanding and welcome challenges, not forgetting the importance of human connection, privacy and respect.