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
Lasha Govhiasvilli
Senior Data Scientist at Generative AI
MSIN 616: Advanced Database Management and Data Analytics
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.
Dr. Shlomo Engelson Argamon
Associate Provost for Artificial Intelligence at Touro University Graduate School of Technology
MAIN 610: Artificial Intelligence: Principles and Practice
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.
M.S. in Educational Technology
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
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
M.S. in Instructional Technology
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...
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
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
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.
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
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
M.S. in UX/UI & Interaction Design
Kelly Boesch
AI enthusiast, video editor, and graphic design specialist
UXIN 630: The Business of Web and Multimedia Design
UXIN 630, taught by Professor Rosemary G. Fitzgerald, Kelly Boesch joined as a guest speaker. Kelly, an AI enthusiast, video editor, and graphic design specialist, brought her unique perspective on the intersection of AI and creative industries.
In her session, Kelly shared her latest AI creations and showcased her impressive portfolio, offering insights into how AI is reshaping the field of graphic design and video editing. Drawing from her extensive experience and dynamic approach, she discussed industry trends and the transformative impact of new technologies and platforms. Known for her energy and leadership, Kelly’s presentation provided students with inspiration and a forward-looking view of the creative landscape.
M.S. in Data Analytics
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
Sagar Shah
Data Product Owner at JP Morgan
MDAN 631: Fundamentals of Visual Data Analytics
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.
M.S. in Business Intelligence & Database Systems
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
Ilya Epshteyn
Sr. Manager at AWS Identity Solutions
MSIN 643: Advance Topics in LAN
MSIN 643: Advance Topics in LAN, taught by Professor Yosef Lehrman, Ilya Epshteyn joined as a guest speaker.
Ilya Epshteyn is a Sr. Manager in AWS Identity Solutions. The topic that will be discussed is AWS IAM - Amazon Web Services Identity & Access Management.
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. 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
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
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