Mailani Veney, CEO of Kana Systems, the United States Defense Department Contractor of the Year and the largest female- and minority-owned contractor for the U.S. DoD understands innovation and grit. Born and raised in Hawaii, Mailani discovered her passion for business and technology through FBLA, paving the way for her rise as a trailblazer in artificial intelligence and filling those around her with the aloha spirit. In this session, Mailani will explore how AI is shaping the future of work and why it’s critical for today’s students to embrace and understand this powerful technology. She will share actionable insights on the transformative role of AI in industries, strategies for staying ahead in an AI-driven world, and how to harness these tools to unlock your potential.