We are excited to invite you to Discovering AI at URI, a special event highlighting how artificial intelligence, automation, and enterprise technology are transforming global business and how URI students are actively leading that transformation.

On Thursday, March 12 from 3:00–4:00 PM in the Galanti Lounge (3rd Floor, URI Library), join us for the URI x Hasbro Supply Chain Panel, featuring the work of URI
student André Gordon, in his co-op at Hasbro. André will share insights from his automation initiative using Microsoft Power Automate, a project designed to reduce manual reporting and increase efficiency across global planning and logistics teams. His experience demonstrates how URI students are applying AI-driven tools in real-world enterprise environments.

Featured Guest Panelist:
• Stephanie Buscher – Vice President, COE Supply Planning at Hasbro
• Allison Lepine – Senior Global Network Planner at Hasbro
• Tyler A. Joseph – Global Network Planner at Hasbro

Hasbro’s Global Network Planning team will discuss how supply planning operates within a global organization, the importance of structured decision-making systems, and the technologies that power modern supply chains, including SAP IBP, Power BI, and enterprise analytics platforms. The discussion will bridge classroom learning with real-world execution, offering students direct exposure to leadership, strategy, and emerging technologies.

In addition, the AI Student Club Poster Showcase will take place in the first-floor library lobby, featuring student-led projects that demonstrate how artificial intelligence and automation are being applied across disciplines to solve complex problems. Together, these experiences embody Discovering AI at URI where innovation, experiential learning, and industry partnership intersect to prepare students for the future of work.

We hope you will join us for this engaging and inspiring event.