John Carbrey, Founder and Managing Director, FutureSight Ventures, Toronto, ON, will be addressing the topic of "The AI Gold Rush: Seizing Untapped Commercial Opportunities" at the ELO Forums in Winnipeg on October 25th, Vancouver on November 15th, and Toronto on November 29th.

He is part of a session focused on AI at the ELO Forums. John’s presentation will be complemented by two other presentations. John Lennox, Professor Emeritus, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK, will be addressing “AI and the Future of Humanity” and Andy Steiger, Founder & President, Apologetics Canada, Abbotsford, BC, will focus on “An Overview of AI: What Is AI & How Does it Work?"

John’s presentations will allow participants to step into the world of AI. His session will deliver a focused exploration of AI's transformative applications, all supported by real-world case studies. With his deep expertise, he shines a spotlight on the immense potential of Generative Artificial Intelligence.

John’s session is for aspiring entrepreneurs, established business leaders, and forward-thinking investors. Attendees will receive actionable insights from scenarios where AI has made a significant impact:

• Delve into AI's role in optimizing operations, reducing costs, and enhancing customer experiences through compelling case studies.
• Witness the transformative impact of AI applications across industries, grounded in real-world examples.
• Acquire strategies to navigate and harness AI, positioning yourself at the forefront of this innovative era.
• Obtain crucial insights to inform investment decisions, focusing on the AI market's current state and the promising ascent of generative AI.

The AI landscape is vast and filled with opportunities. John’s session will transcend theoretical discussions, providing a blend of practical case studies and actionable insights. According to John, a key takeaway is that “whether you seek to reshape your business approach or hone your investment strategy, you'll leave better equipped to harness the transformative power of AI.”

The company he founded is FutureSight, a so-called “venture studio” that works with founders in shaping a company from the ground floor up. FutureSight specializes in the co-founding and funding of B2B software ventures. John explains: “As generative AI revolutionizes the tech landscape, we recognize a myriad of untapped software and investment opportunities. Partnering with our investors and cofounders, we're poised to seize these emerging opportunities head-on.”

John is a highly accomplished entrepreneur with over two decades of experience in building and funding B2B software companies that are driving innovation and transforming industries. He is passionate about working with values-driven entrepreneurs and helping them succeed in their ventures.

John's impressive track record as a CEO and CTO includes founding and building four software companies, with one scaling to nearly $100M in annual recurring revenue. His previous ventures include Intrafinity, CivicLive, Talentova, and SharpSchool, where he honed his skills in growing vertically-focused B2B software companies. Under John's leadership, SharpSchool became a leading provider of education software, serving nearly 10% of K-12 schools in the U.S. and handling over 1 billion web and mobile views annually.

His expertise in building successful software companies has earned him numerous entrepreneurial awards, including the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award, the National Research Council’s National Innovation Leader Award, and BDC’s Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award.

John has been a supporter of ELO for many years. He has attended the ELO Oxford Leadership Program twice and is a supporter of the ELO Forum Toronto. Despite his busy professional life, John is a devoted husband and father to his two children, Micah and Jordan. In his free time, he enjoys exploring new ideas in philosophy and experimenting with new Indian dishes in the kitchen. John is also known for his love of entertaining, frequently hosting lively dinner parties for friends and strangers alike.

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