In this episode of the ASAE Tech Insider Podcast , Heather Harris, PhD, Founder and Principal Data Scientist at Herkimer Consulting, speaks with Vinnu Deshetty, CEO of EVA | Event Tech Hub, and moderator Carlos Cardenas, Senior Director of IT at NBCRNA and ASAE Tech Council Chair, about harnessing AI in event management. Dr. Harris offers an in-depth analysis of AI’s potential to revolutionize event planning, improving operational efficiency while providing more tailored, personalized experiences for attendees. She underscores the importance of strong data governance, ethical management of privacy concerns, and the critical need for informed consent in an increasingly AI-driven environment. The conversation also delves into how predictive analytics can forecast event metrics, such as attendance and session popularity, while improving logistical efficiency. Dr. Harris and her colleagues further explore AI's broader implications for understanding member preferences, reshaping engagement strategies, and ultimately transforming industry standards in event management.