New York City is a vital center of innovative activities in both technology and communications.
The people who generate ideas, start businesses, and spark the area’s technological growth are experts and forward thinkers in their fields. Many are invited to speak to our students as part of a robust guest speaker program that brings industry leaders into Touro GST classrooms every semester, not only connecting our students with the latest industry trends, but giving them networking opportunities that are priceless as they start their careers.
We learn from industry experts!
M.S. in Artificial Intelligence
Navot Akiva
Professor at Touro University – Computer Science/AI Program
MAIN-610: AI – Principles and Practice taught by Behrooz Khorsandi
MAIN-610: AI – Principles and Practice, taught by Professor Behrooz Khorsandi, featured Navot Akiva as a guest speaker.
Natural Language Processing and the algorithmic journey behind NLP systems.
Dr. Shlomo Engelson Argamon
Associate Provost for Artificial Intelligence at Touro University Graduate School of Technology
MAIN 610: Artificial Intelligence: Principles and Practice taught by Behrooz Khorsandi
MAIN 610: Artificial Intelligence: Principles and Practice, taught by Professor Behrooz Khorsandi, Dr. Argamon joined as a guest speaker.
Dr. Shlomo Argamon will be joining as a guest speaker. The specific topic and summary of the session are to be determined.
Lasha Govhiasvilli
Senior Data Scientist at Generative AI
MSIN 616: Advanced Database Management and Data Analytics taught by Jacqueline Spiegel-Cohen
MSIN 616: Artificial Advanced Database Management and Data Analytics, taught by Professor Jacqueline Spiegel-Cohen, Lasha Govhiasvilli joined as a guest speaker.
Lasha Govhiasvilli will discuss the role of data science in the workplace, focusing on key software tools used in the field, insights into the job market, and tips for landing a data science position.
M.S. in Educational Technology
Dr. Jerald Cole
Professor at Harvard University
EDIN 670: The Educational Technology Specialist
Discussing digital strategies for personalized reading to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
Using AI to Support Education
Dr. Michael Conenna
Boro Instructional Lead at NYCDOE
EDIN 652:Assistive and Special Needs Technology
Exploring how assistive technology enhances science education for students with special needs.
Supporting Science with Assistive Technology
M.S. in Instructional Technology
Dr. Rose Reissman
Instructional Coach at NYC Dept. of Education
EDIN 653: Technology Integration for School Leaders
Using popular culture media to create engaging and relevant instructional materials for K-12 students.
Mining Popular Culture Media for Instructional Materials
Dr. Camille Dempsey
Director of AI in Education Lab at Penn Western University
EDIN 653: Technology Integration for School Leaders
Exploring essential AI tools and strategies for effective K-12 education integration.
AI Essentials for K-12 Teachers
Ginamarie Lyons
Instructional Designer at Kean University
EDIN 600: Adult Learning
Ginamarie Lyons will discuss how her experience in the ITP at GST prepared her for her current role, the adult learning theories and instructional design principles she applies, and advice for students entering the field. She will also share insights on the challenges and lessons learned when transitioning from graduate school to the workplace.
Insights on her journey from the ITP program to her current role.
Dean Issac Herskovitz
Dean, Graduate School of Technology at Touro University
MSIN 605: Strategic Management of Technology
Exploring the role of networking in building a successful technology career and fostering lifelong learning.
21st Century Technology Career Planning
Kelenda Allen-James
Technology Support Manager at ST HOPE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
MSIN 607: Effective Oral & Written Communication
Discussing strategies in instructional design to create inclusive and effective learning experiences for diverse populations.
Create inclusive and effective Learning experiences
Dr. Michele Haiken
Teacher at Rye Public Schools / ISTE
EDIN 653: Technology Integration for School Leaders
Discussing digital strategies for personalized reading to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
Dr. Haiken's Book - "Personalized Reading / Digital Strategies...
M.S. in UX/UI & Interaction Design
Brian Alves
Associate Professor of Art and Design at Salem State University
UXIN-612: Design Career Portfolio taught by Markus Haala
UXIN-612: Design Career Portfolio, taught by Professor Markus Haala, featured Brian Alves as a guest speaker.
Portfolio review and critique with practical feedback for design careers.
M.S. in Data Analytics
Dr. David Burkus
Industrial Psychologist / Author at Consultant
MSIN-612: Team Management Skills for IT Project Manager taught by Ben Ettlinger
MSIN-612: Team Management Skills for IT Project Manager, taught by Professor Ben Ettlinger, featured Dr. David Burkus as a guest speaker.
Dr. David Burkus discussed AI as a team member, sharing insights on how to appropriately use AI within IT teams.
John Lombardi
Director, Data Visualization at Healthfirst
MSIN-677: Advanced Data Visualization taught by Sarwat Zabeen
MSIN-677: Advanced Data Visualization, taught by Professor Sarwat Zabeen, featured John Lombardi as a guest speaker.
Frameworks for data storytelling and the future of data visualization in the age of AI.
Sagar Shah
Data Product Owner at JP Morgan
MDAN 631: Fundamentals of Visual Data Analytics taught by Sarwat Zabeen
MDAN 631: Fundamentals of Visual Data Analytics, taught by Professor Sarwat Zabeen, Sagar Shah will present on mastering data visualization, focusing on techniques, tools, and best practices for turning raw data into actionable insights.
Topics include the importance of visualization in decision-making, chart creation in Excel, advanced visual types, geographic data tools, and dashboard design. Students will learn how to choose the right visualization methods for different business scenarios and gain hands-on tips using Excel and Tableau.
David (Dave) Reyes
Surveillance Analyst at HSBC
MSIN 614: Data Transformation, Migration, and Integration
A practical session on data wrangling skills essential for real-world analytics, covering techniques for cleaning, transforming, and preparing data. The speaker will discuss strategies for addressing common challenges like missing values, dataset merging, and data standardization, using industry tools and methods to support effective analysis and data driven decision-making.
Data Transformation, Migration, and Integration
Max Lombardo
Senior Product Applications Scientist at Chan Zuckerberg Initiative
MDAN-622: Python for Data Analytics taught by Adrian Heilbut
MDAN-622: Python for Data Analytics, taught by Professor Adrian Heilbut, featured Max Lombardo as a guest speaker.
Careers in data science and computational biology, including remote work opportunities.
M.S. in Business Intelligence & Database Management
Maria Kakolowski
Cambium Learning Group at Lattice
MSIN 678: Business Intelligence Through Data Visualization and Power BI taught by Claire Rowan
Maria Kakolowski will discuss how to turn raw data into actionable insights through effective data visualization. She will cover key BI techniques, showcase real-world dashboards, and share best practices for designing visuals that reveal trends, track performance, and support better decision-making.
Data Visualization for Better Decisions.Turn raw data into clear insights with smart visual design.
M.S. in Cybersecurity & Network Design
Anthony Fama
CEO at Executive Technology Group
MSIN-647: Computer Networking Routing and Switching taught by Albert Bina
MSIN-647: Computer Networking Routing and Switching, taught by Professor Albert Bina, featured Anthony Fama as a guest speaker.
Real-world security challenges, AI impact, network attack vectors, routing protocol weaknesses, and quantum computing.
Daniel Furchin
SOC Analyst at Healthfirst Insurance Company
MSIN-645: Network Security taught by Aleksandr Polyakov
MSIN-645: Network Security, taught by Professor Aleksandr Polyakov, featured Daniel Furchin as a guest speaker.
Security Operations Center workflows, job market insights, and real-world security practices.
M.S. in Web & Application Development
Michelle Berger
Software Engineer at Lattice
MSIN 625: Advanced Web Development
An overview of the essential skills and technologies required for success as a web developer in the industry.
Web Development in the Field
M.S. in Technology Leadership / Project Management
Dr. David Burkus
Industrial Psychologist / Author at Consultant
MSIN-612: Team Management Skills for IT Project Manager taught by Ben Ettlinger
MSIN-612: Team Management Skills for IT Project Manager, taught by Professor Ben Ettlinger, featured Dr. David Burkus as a guest speaker.
Dr. David Burkus discussed AI as a team member, sharing insights on how to appropriately use AI within IT teams.
Prof. Issac Herskowitz
Dean, GST at Touro University
MSIN-605: Strategic Management of Technology taught by Benjamin Lunzer
MSIN-605: Strategic Management of Technology, taught by Professor Benjamin Lunzer, featured Prof. Issac Herskowitz as a guest speaker.
Career networking strategies and managing upward, sideways, and across organizations.
Qing Wei
Author, Lecturer, Noted Speaker at Online PM Courses
MSIN 610: Advanced Information Technology Project Management
Ms. Wei will explore the differences between managing standard IT projects and AI or data science-driven projects, highlighting unique challenges and best practices.
Managing AI Projects
Mailen Nunez
Project Manager / Operations Analyst at Teachers’ Retirement System of the City of NY
MSIN 662: Governance of Enterprise IT
MSIN 662: Governance of Enterprise IT, taught by Professor Bill Muskopf, Mailen Nunez joined as a guest speaker. Mailen Nunez will share her journey into the City of NY, the role of Touro courses in her career, and lessons learned. She’ll also offer advice for students in IT and project management
Mailen Nunez will share her career journey, including her background, entry into the City of NY, the impact of Touro courses on her professional path, challenges faced, future goals, and helpful tips for students pursuing careers in IT and project management
Dr. Michael Clayton
Data Science Team Leader at New York Power Authority
MSIN 610: Advanced Information Technology Project Management
Dr. Clayton will discuss common challenges project managers encounter in IT projects and strategies to effectively address them.
Issues Faced by Project Managers