Introduction
AI is no longer simply a technological development; it is increasingly reshaping the institutions, systems, and processes through which organizations operate. AI is transforming corporate governance and executive decision-making, accelerating research and innovation, and presenting new challenges for regulatory frameworks and public policy.
The Vanderbilt AI Law Lab (VAILL) and Norm Ai are joining forces to bring together leaders and experts from government, business, and research to examine the evolving role of AI across these domains, exploring both its transformative potential and the complex questions it raises for institutions, markets, and society.
Please join us on Thursday, November 5, at Vanderbilt Law School to engage with industry leaders on AI in Regulatory State, the Board Room, and Research & Development.
Symposium Programming
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 11:45 am | Welcome & Check-In |
| 12:10 pm | Lunch & Keynote Conversation Fireside Chat with John Nay and Nicholas Zeppos |
| 1:10 pm | Break |
| 1:15 pm | Panel 1: AI in Regulated Industries |
| 2:15 pm | Break |
| 2:20 pm | Panel 2: AI in the Board Room/C-Suite |
| 3:20 pm | Networking Break |
| 3:45 pm | Panel 3: AI in Research & Development |
| 4:50 pm | Closing Remarks |
| 5:00 pm | Networking Reception |
Keynote Speakers
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John Nay
Founder & CEO of NormAi
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Nicholas S. Zeppos
Chancellor Emeritus & Adjunct Professor of Law
Panelists & Speakers
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Bridget Dooling
Associate Professor of Law, Moritz College of Law
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Jeannette Eicks
Founding Director and Faculty, The Small Business Law Center, Vermont Law and Graduate School; Associate Dean of Graduate Programs and Professor of Law, The Colleges of Law
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Oliver Goodenough
Professor, Vermont Law School
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Rishab Jaju
Vice President of Technology & Innovation, Global Capability Network, HCA Healthcare
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M. Eric Johnson
Bruce D. Henderson Professor of Strategy, Owen Graduate School of Management
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Dan Katz
Professor of Law & Director of the Law Lab, Chicago-Kent College of Law
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Ed Magee
Chief Operating Officer, NACD Nashville & Independent Director at WD-40
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Troy Paredes
Former SEC Commissioner & Head of Capital Markets Strategy, Norm AI
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J.B. Ruhl
David Daniels Allen Distinguished Chair in Law, Vanderbilt Law School
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David Stein
Assistant Professor of Law, Vanderbilt Law School; Assistant Professor, College of Connected Computing
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Jorge Titinger
Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Titinger Consulting
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Yesha Yadav
Associate Dean and Robert Belton Director of Culture & Community & Milton R. Underwood Chair in Law, Vanderbilt Law School
Symposium Organizers
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John Nay
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Troy Paredes
Former SEC Commissioner & Head of Capital Markets Strategy, Norm AI
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J.B. Ruhl
David Daniels Allen Distinguished Chair in Law, Vanderbilt Law School
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Mark Williams
Symposium Planning Team
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Julie Citron
Head of Partnerships, Norm Ai
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Katie Kelley
Senior Director of Integrated Marketing, Norm Ai
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Maggie Milam
Program Coordinator, Vanderbilt Law School
Book Your Stay!
There are multiple lodging options near Vanderbilt's campus. Explore some of the hotels near the Law School below.
Parking
Parking on and around campus is limited. Attendees who are able to use alternative transportation such as rideshare or walking are encouraged to do so. The address for rideshare is 131 21st Ave. S. Nashville, TN
The closest paid parking is available in the surface lot on 21st Ave S., directly across the street from the law school.
Sponsorship
This year’s symposium is made possible by the Norm Ai team, as well as the Vanderbilt AI Law Lab (VAILL).
If you are interested in sponsoring the 2026 AI governance Symposium, please contact Mark Williams. Thank you to our current sponsors!
