USAII® to deliver an executive AI kickoff connecting professionals and leaders with five breakthrough specialized AI certification pathways
Atlanta, GA, 07 September 2026- The United States Artificial Intelligence Institute (USAII®), is exhibiting at the ATD Greater Atlanta Super Southeast Conference (ACE 2026) ATD Greater Atlanta, and announces the USAII® AI Certification Learning Journey- Executive Kickoff Session at the event on October 16, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. EDT in Greater Atlanta. The illustrious event will be hosted by ATD Greater Atlanta and Cornelius Dowdell.
The prestigious leadership-led session will provide an in-person introduction to USAII’s AI certification pathways and serve as the live launch experience for professionals beginning their certification journey. Following the kickoff, participants will continue their selected certification through USAII®’s self-paced online learning experience.
The USAII® AI Certification Learning Journey offers five specialized pathways:
CAIFA™ Certified AI Foundational Analyst: AI fundamentals, LLMs, prompt practice, workplace AI tools, and AI ethics for professionals beginning their AI journey.
CAIC™ Certified AI Consultant: Applied AI, business value, strategy, ROI, and governance for consultants and business professionals.
CAIC-PM™ Certified AI Consultant, Project Management: AI-driven project planning, Agile and Lean delivery, MLOps execution, and PMO governance for project and program managers.
CAIC-HR™ Certified AI Consultant, Human Resources: AI applications in talent acquisition, employee engagement, performance, people analytics, and responsible AI governance for HR professionals.
CAITL™ Certified AI Transformation Leader: An executive-level program covering AI strategy, data science for business, digital transformation risk, AI ethics and security, supported by two live masterclasses. The program is recommended for senior executive and director-level professionals and above.
The October 16 kickoff will feature David Friedson, Senior Vice President of Partnerships at USAII®; and Ajit K. Jha, Chief Product Partner at USAII®. Together, they bring extensive expertise in AI leadership, business transformation, governance, workforce development, and executive education.
Registration includes the October 16 kickoff masterclass, the complete self-paced USAII® certification program selected by the participant, and a full two-day ACE 2026 Conference Pass for October 15-16, 2026. Attendance at the kickoff is encouraged but not required; enrolled participants receive the complete certification experience regardless of in-person attendance.
Professionals can select the certification bundle aligned with their role, career stage, and professional development goals.
For registrations and information, visit the ATD Greater Atlanta ACE 2026
Media Contact:
Team- Marketing and Communications,
United States Artificial Intelligence Institute (USAII®)
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About USAII®
The United States Artificial Intelligence Institute (USAII®) provides industry-relevant AI certifications designed to equip professionals with practical skills and capabilities for the AI-driven economy. USAII® programs span AI foundations, consulting, project management, HR, transformation leadership, and responsible AI.
About ATD Greater Atlanta
ATD Greater Atlanta is the Greater Atlanta Chapter of the Association for Talent Development (ATD), serving as a leading professional organization for talent development professionals in the Metro Atlanta area and the state of Georgia. It focuses on enhancing skills and knowledge through professional development opportunities, networking events, and leadership experiences. It is recognized as a thought leader and offers resources for members seeking certification in talent development.
