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    Catalyst: A Downtown Innovation Exchange

    Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 5:00 PM until 7:30 PMCentral Daylight Time UTC -05:00


    New Orleans BioInnovation Center
    1441 Canal St
    New Orleans, LA 70112
    United States

    (This event was originally scheduled for June 18, but due to inclement weather it has been postponed to July 16. See you there!). 

    Are you ready to lead in the AI era? The Tulane Freeman School of Business is partnering with the New Orleans BioInnovation Center (NOBIC), the Downtown Development District, and the New Orleans Chamber of Commerce to bring you an evening designed for working professionals who want to stay ahead of the curve, without putting their careers on pause.

    Join Freeman School of Business Faculty Director, Master of Business Analytics and AI, Dr. Yatish Hegde, for a conversation with business leaders who are optimizing their operations with AI and analytics. Featured panelist Justin Tortorich, recent Tulane Executive MBA graduate and VP of Technology at MS Rau, one of the world's leading antiques dealers, will share how traditional businesses can leverage cutting-edge tools alongside other industry leaders navigating AI integration. Tortorich be joined by another panelist: Renee LaCour, Director of Process Improvement & Data Analytics for Reily Foods

    You'll hear practical insights on building AI fluency within your organization, making strategic decisions with data, and leading through technological change, whether you're in healthcare, manufacturing, professional services, or any industry facing disruption.

    Programming for this event is provided by the Stewart Center for Professional and Executive Education, designed with flexible MBA programs and career-focused resources for working professionals.

    Program Schedule
    · 5:00 PM: Registration and networking with local business leaders and professionals
    · 5:30 PM: Featured presentation and business panel discussion
    · 6:25 PM: Reception with food and beverages

    Colleagues and guests are welcome. RSVP is encouraged, but not required.
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