Join us for an extraordinary hybrid evening with ACE Leaders, Deanna Benz, Julie Yost, Johnny Sucre and Fabian Lopez, as we dive into the latest from Atlassian's Team26. Learn the basics of Atlassian Intelligence and Rovo, and get insights from the new book "Creating Custom GPTs with OpenAI GPT Builder," co-authored by industry pioneers Noelle Russell, Padmini Soni, and Uvika Sharma.

(Note: This is a hybrid event. Johnny and Fabian will be in person, and Noelle, Padmini, and Uvika will do the presentation remotely)

About the Book: "Creating Custom GPTs with OpenAI GPT Builder is a practical guide to designing, deploying, and scaling custom AI assistants for business use. It focuses on how to use OpenAI’s GPT Builder to create human-centered, production-ready GPTs, with attention to prompt design, real-world integrations, reliability, security, and responsible AI practices such as bias mitigation and transparency. It is aimed at people like product managers, business leaders, solution architects, and entrepreneurs who want to build useful conversational AI without needing deep coding expertise."

Book Intro (by Padmini Soni) - Get your copy here

This is a unique opportunity to hear firsthand about the future of AI in business, engage with authors, and network with local Atlassian enthusiasts. Don’t miss out—reserve your spot and take the first step into the evolution of intelligent business solutions!

Book co-Authors:

Noelle Russell, is a multi-award-winning speaker, author, and AI Executive who specializes in transforming businesses through strategic AI adoption. She is a revenue growth + cost optimization expert, 4x Microsoft Responsible AI MVP, and named the #1 Agentic AI Leader in 2025. She has led teams at NPR, Microsoft, IBM, AWS and Amazon Alexa, and is a consistent champion for Data and AI literacy and is the founder of the "I ❤️ AI" Community teaching responsible AI for everyone.

She is the founder of the AI Leadership Institute and empowers business owners to grow and scale with AI. In the last year, she has been named an awardee of the AI and Cyber Leadership Award from DCALive, the #1 Thought Leader in Agentic AI and a Top 10 Global Thought Leader in Generative AI by Thinkers360.

Uvika Sharma is an AI strategist, advisor, and educator helping organizations turn the promise of AI into responsible, real-world impact. With over 20 years of experience across Pfizer, Accenture, S&P, she brings a rare blend of technical depth, business strategy, and governance expertise.

She advises enterprises, startups, and public sector organizations on AI literacy, high-impact use cases, and Responsible AI, enabling innovation while strengthening governance, managing risk, and building long-term trust.

Uvika is the Founder of INTLDA, an AI advisory firm focused on responsible AI adoption and literacy, and Co-Founder of Asian Women Advancing AI, where she champions greater representation and inclusion. She mentors founders through Cornell Tech and the Harvard Business School Startup Partners Program.

A sought-after speaker, she focuses on how AI and emerging technologies are reshaping the future of work.

Padmini Soni is a Senior AI Strategist, Solution Architect, Speaker & Founder of Rezonance AI. She helps organizations adopt AI responsibly and align it with real-world business goals. She also serves as the Head of Responsible AI Growth at the AI Leadership Institute. With 25+ years across Fortune 500 companies, Padmini specializes in bridging business strategy with ethical AI innovation.

As the co-founder of AWAAI (Asian Women Advancing AI), a global community dedicated to supporting & empowering Asian women in AI, Padmini is deeply committed to fostering diversity in the field. She holds multiple certifications, ranging from Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals, AWS AI Practitioner, Responsible AI Leader, to PMP & CSPO.

As a passionate educator and mentor with ACM, she has a gift for translating complex AI concepts into clear, actionable insights. Through workshops and training programs, she helps professionals build confidence in AI adoption while reinforcing responsible and innovative use.

Conversational AI is no longer a competitive advantage; it is the new baseline for how businesses engage customers and empower teams. Written by industry leaders and experts, this hands-on practitioner's guide provides a complete blueprint for building intelligent, responsible, and durable custom GPTs.

This book begins by exploring GPT Builder, including its core features and architecture. As you progress, you'll delve into crafting human-centric AI interactions, applying the 5 Ps of prompt engineering, and developing tailored bots to meet specific user needs. Each chapter is packed with practical examples, real-world case studies, and actionable insights that empower you to build AI systems that are not only functional but also engaging and effective.

Beyond building, this book emphasizes ethical AI development, providing detailed guidance on mitigating biases, securing data, and maintaining transparency throughout your AI projects.

You'll also learn to integrate custom GPTs into existing business processes and scale them effectively, ensuring reliability and performance.

Whether you're looking to enhance customer experiences, streamline operations, or build next-generation scalable agents, this book equips you with the knowledge and tools to succeed in the rapidly evolving world of conversational AI.