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LA Tomorrow Workshop

Exploring the future of security, AI, and mobility for critical sectors within Los Angeles. 

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April 1, 2025
9am – 3:30pm

Don’t forget! Bring your drivers license for Google’s security check-in. 

 

Google Office

Spruce Goose Hangar
5865 S Campus Center Dr, Playa Vista, CA, 90094

Parking information

 

Exploring LA Tomorrow: Security, AI, and Mobility

As Los Angeles looks to the future—including events like the 2028 Olympics—artificial intelligence (AI), security, and mobility are key areas of focus. The ‘LA Tomorrow’ workshop will empower stakeholders with the knowledge and strategies needed to address key challenges, capitalize on emerging opportunities, and build a thriving future for the region.

“AI is going to change the world more than anything in history of mankind. More than electricity.”

Dr. Kai-Fu Lee

Agenda

 

9:00-9:30   |  Arrivals, Light Breakfast, Coffee & Tea

9:30-10:30  |  Welcome and Keynote with Q&A 

10:30-11:30  |  Fireside Panel Chat with Q&A

11:30-12:15   |  Lunch

12:15-12:30  |  Transition to Breakout Rooms

12:30-1:45   |  Breakouts

1:45-2:00    |  Transition Back to Main Room

2:00-2:30   |  Bringing It All Together: Uniting LA Community + Working Groups

2:30-2:35   |  Closing Remarks

2:35-3:30   |  Networking Reception (Optional)

Keynote Speaker

Christopher Hein – Google Cloud 
VP, Applied AI Engineering 

About Christopher

Leads a team of engineers and solution architects to help Google Cloud’s enterprise customers and governments unlock their potential with Generative AI.

Our Keynote Focus

Through Chris’s leadership, our keynote will showcase the critical role of AI in bridging the gap between technological advancement and the secure, sustainable mobility solutions essential for Los Angeles’s continued growth.

Panelists

Kristin White – Google  
Head of Transportation Strategy                            & Partnerships

Mirian Avalos – LA County ISD
General Manager

Avital Shavit – LA Metro
Senior Director

Our Fireside Focus

Join us for a dynamic discussion on the challenges and opportunities of implementing transformative technologies, with a focus on building sustainable and efficient transportation ecosystems, enhancing cybersecurity resilience, and leveraging artificial intelligence for Los Angeles’s future. This Fireside Panel Chat, moderated by Alvin McBorrough, OGx Consulting’s Founder and Managing Partner, will feature insights from our esteemed panelists as they address live audience questions.

Breakout Sessions

Facilitators:
Bret Waugh – Google Cloud
State, Local, and Education Cyber Leader  

Brock Bauer – OGx Consulting
Engagement Manager

Kristin White – Google 
Head of Transportation Strategy                            & Partnerships

Dividing into smaller breakout groups, attendees will brainstorm and focus on the following discussions:

  • Group 1: Security (Cybersecurity, Resilient Infrastructure): Participants will collaborate to identify key vulnerabilities and develop strategies for enhancing cybersecurity and building more resilient infrastructure in the Los Angeles region.
  • Group 2: AI and Data & Analytics for Decision-Making: This working group will explore how AI and data analytics can be effectively utilized to improve decision-making processes and drive positive outcomes for LA communities.
  • Group 3: Transportation and Mobility: Participants will work together to brainstorm innovative solutions for improving mobility, traffic flow, and control systems in Los Angeles, addressing current challenges and anticipating future needs.

Groups will then share key insights, ideas, and recommendations from breakout discussions with the larger group. This time is also dedicated to exploring key themes, addressing questions, and identifying areas of consensus or divergence.

BRINGING IT ALL TOGETHER

Presenter:
Alvin McBorrough – OGx Consulting
Founder and Managing Partner  

Uniting The LA Community & Working Groups

Concluding session that will consolidate key insights and foster a sense of shared purpose. This session is intended to bring together more community collaboration and introduce opportunities to participate in future working groups dedicated to advancing solutions for LA’s future.

Networking RecEption

Join us for an optional networking reception immediately following the workshop. This is a great opportunity to continue the day’s conversations, build valuable relationships, and wrap up with fellow attendees. We’ll have coffee, tea, water, and any remaining pastries or snacks from the day available during this casual overflow time. We hope you’ll stay and connect before heading home!

 

Revisit Insights From LA Tomorrow

Keynote and Panel Highlights

We’ve prepared valuable insights to enhance your workshop Dive back into the core discussions of the LA Tomorrow Workshop. Explore Christopher Hein’s keynote on AI’s transformative power and the dynamic handpicked panel of industry experts.

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LA Tomorrow Keynote and Q&A - Chris Hein
LA Tomorrow Panel Discussion - Moderated by Alvin McBorrough

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What time should I arrive at the workshop?

We recommend arriving within the 9:00am-9:30am designated time for arrivals and light breakfast. The location of the event is Spruce Goose Hangar – 5865 S Campus Center Dr, Playa Vista, CA, 90094. Will will begin promptly at 9:30am. Please anticipate for parking and check-in, which may take up to 10 minutes of your time. 

What should I bring to the workshop?
Please bring a government issued photo idea for check in. Also, any materials you typically use for note-taking as you wish. Laptops, tablets, and other mobile devices are permitted. But we will ask you to silence these and refrain from use during the workshop.
Will lunch be provided during the workshop?
Yes, lunch will be provided for everyone. Please let us know if you have dietary restrictions upon check-in. We will do our best to accommodate them.
How interactive will the workshop be?
The workshop is designed to be highly interactive, with opportunities to engage in our Q&A fireside keynote discussions and breakouts with hands-on activities. We encourage everyone to actively participate and share insights and experiences.
Is there anything I should do to prepare for the workshop?
We recommend familiarizing yourself with the agenda, the parking information, and the pre-read materials/resources we’ve provided on the LA Tomorrow Workshop Hub. Additionally, consider any questions or topics you’d like to discuss during the workshop to make the most of this experience for you.
Will there be media at the event?
Yes. By attending the event, you are consenting to the following:

I hereby authorize OGx Consulting and its affiliates (“OGx”) to any video footage captured, interviewed, or prompted statements (i.e., keynote presentations, panel discussions, etc.) by me within video footage, for the purpose of publicizing and promoting OGx and its affiliates.
I grant OGx the right to copy, exhibit, publish, or distribute any video footage, photographs,
or interviews captured by OGx or its representatives during the workshop, for lawful promotional purposes. Including, the use my name and any brief approved biographical information.
I understand that my likeness, name, and statements may be used in printed publications, multimedia presentations, websites, social media, and other distribution channels as deemed fit by OGx.
I agree that I will not make any monetary or other claims against OGx for the use of my
likeness or statements.
I waive any right to inspect or approve the finished product, including video and written
copy, wherein my likeness or my testimonial appears.
I hereby release OGx from all claims, demands, and causes of action arising out of or in connection with the use of my likeness, statements, or name.

Please contact OGx if you have any questions or requests related to the event media.