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Summer Series Presenters and Panelists
Day 1 | July 21 | ProcessSession One: Doing Project Work When the Ground Keeps Moving
Session Two: Making Sense of AI: Shared Language, Clear Expectations, Real Use
Shan earned his bachelor’s degree in computer engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology in 2005 and completed his Executive MBA at the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas in 2007. Under Shan's leadership, Sharp Hue has collaborated with over 600 clients, offering services such as web design, development, and hosting. He is passionate about utilizing technology to enhance business efficiency and enjoys working with startups to develop innovative products and services and his recent focus has been on the dynamics of the development, deployment, utilization, governance, and impact of AI. Shan served as Board Chair for the Georgia Tech Alumni Association in 2021. He is also a member of the Georgia Tech Scholars Alumni Association, reflecting his ongoing commitment to his educational roots. Shan's diverse experiences and dedication to leveraging technology for business improvement have established him as a respected leader in the tech industry. Session Three: Understanding Impact Beyond Task Completion
Day 2 | July 28 | Technology and DataSession One: Working With Rapidly Changing Tools Without Chasing Every New Thing
Day 3 | August 4 | PeopleSession One: Staying Resilient While Work Keeps Changing
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Shan Pesaru is the Founder and CEO of Sharp Hue, a web development and technology consulting firm he established in 2006. Sharp Hue is an AI-Native software team building lightweight, powerful tools that solve specific business problems without the bloat of SaaS. Sharp Hue combines 20 years of full-stack engineering with the speed of modern AI to deliver: Rapid Prototyping: Visualizing ideas instantly with AI-assisted design. Custom Microapps: Purpose-built tools that you own 100%. SaaS Replacement: Strategic builds to eliminate monthly subscription costs. Cloud Architecture: Secure, scalable hosting without the markup.
A first-generation college graduate and full-tuition scholarship recipient, Tenneil Hutchings career has been shaped by a deep appreciation for the transformative role philanthropy plays in higher education. With more than 25 years of experience in advancement and fundraising operations, she is recognized for leading with transparency, accountability, and a focus on scalable, mission-driven technology. She currently serves as Executive Director of IT for the