Register 92 Seats Remaining
Your Data and AI: What's Really Happening and How to Protect Yourself
Thursday, October 29
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Central Library
Rasmussen RoomWhat really happens to your information when you search, shop, and chat with AI online? In this plain-language session, follow a single piece of data on its journey, from the moment you hand it over, to the profile companies build, to the way that profile gets used to decide what you see and what you are offered. No tech background needed and no scare tactics. Much of this was never something you chose, so you will leave knowing where you actually have a say, and the handful of settings and habits that genuinely protect you. Bring your questions.
About the Speaker: Theresa Benson (@theaiquilter) is a seasoned VP of Marketing and Product Management, blending her deep expertise in artificial intelligence with a passion for making complex technology approachable. In addition to her professional accomplishments, she is an award-winning quilter and creator of The AI Quilter brand. Theresa’s talks and workshops are tailored for a broad range of audiences, from professionals to hobbyists, ensuring everyone can understand and engage with AI, whether they are quilters or simply curious about the tech. Her speaking style is both approachable and insightful, making her a sought-after voice in both the tech and creative industries.
Click here for more AI and Digital Literacy Month offerings.
TAGS: | Education & Learning | Computers & Technology |
Central Library
The Schaumburg Township District Library serves in excess of 134,000 residents in portions of the municipalities Elk Grove Village, Hanover Park, Hoffman Estates, Schaumburg and Streamwood. With over 1 million visitors each year, the library circulates over 2,000,000 items annually and is the second largest public library in the state of Illinois.