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AI for Leadership: NSBE, WWT and Microsoft Partner in Baltimore

WWT and Microsoft partnered with The National Society of Black Engineers, NSBE, in Baltimore to train 200 student leaders on using AI to advance NSBE's directives—equipping future engineers with strategies, badges and tools to lead responsibly in an AI-powered world.

In this blog

  1. Purpose
  2. Experience & highlights
  3. Key learnings
  4. Why it matters

 Purpose

At NSBE's National Leadership Conference in Baltimore, WWT and Microsoft partnered with NSBE to deliver a specialized AI training session focused on implementing AI strategies within NSBE's four National Directives for 2025–2026:

  • Sustainability
  • Member Development
  • Strategic Growth
  • Brand Elevation

The goal was to give 200 student leaders practical AI tools and strategies to strengthen their chapters and accelerate NSBE's mission.

 Experience & highlights

The workshop was described as engaging, forward-thinking and a resounding success. Participants actively:

  • Engaged in a hands-on AI strategy workshop
  • Explored real-world applications of NSBE-GPT
  • Collaborated across chapters to brainstorm innovative solutions
  • Participated in live demonstrations and interactive breakout sessions

The energy in the room reflected the excitement of future technologists eager to align their leadership goals with cutting-edge AI solutions.

 Key learnings

Participants left with a clear vision of how AI can be a transformative tool for NSBE's directives:

  • Streamlining operations to create efficiency
  • Enhancing member engagement through personalization
  • Strengthening advocacy with data-driven insights
  • Elevating NSBE's brand with innovative outreach

This wasn't just a workshop—it was a roadmap to help student leaders leverage AI to drive community impact and organizational growth.

 

 Why it matters

As Janeen Uzzell, CEO of NSBE, shared on LinkedIn:

 

Workshops like this extend beyond training—they build momentum, confidence, and a culture of innovation. By equipping NSBE leaders with AI knowledge and credentials, WWT and Microsoft are ensuring the next generation of Black engineers is prepared to lead responsibly in an AI-powered world.

A special shout-out goes to John Evans, whose support and leadership helped make this partnership and session possible.

And this is only the beginning. As Janeen noted, "Next training will be in New Orleans with our NSBE Professionals in August."

Together, WWT, Microsoft and NSBE are shaping not just the future of engineering—but the future of leadership itself.

 

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