Talks

Recent presentations and workshops featuring our Founder, Sam Stark

Ragan's AI Horizons Conference

Create compelling digital avatars that extend your brand's capabilities. In this hands-on workshop, Phyusion's Samantha Stark guides you through building AI-powered digital versions of executives and spokespeople.

The session covers voice development, script creation, avatar design, and strategic applications across communications channels.

For registration and additional information, visit Ragan's event page here.

February 24-26 in Miami

IPR Master Class: Harnessing Generative AI

In this virtual session, Samantha Stark explains how to integrate Generative AI into PR workflows. Learn practical strategies for using GenAI to enhance content creation and PR strategy while exploring the latest tools. This session is part of a series for mid to senior communications professionals, with four interactive virtual sessions on AI's role in communications.

For registration details, visit the event page here.

March 11 (virtual)

The State of AI and PR in 2025 at IPR Bridge

Samantha Stark will co-present "State of AI and PR 2025 Edition" at the Institute for Public Relations' Bridge Conference in New York. The interactive panel will explore how PR professionals are implementing AI tools, examining real-world benefits, challenges, and emerging use cases across organizations, with a focus on strategic implementation and risk management..

For registration and additional information, visit IPR's event page here.

April 9-10 in Washington, DC

Generative AI Tools for Visual Content Creation

Samantha Stark recently presented a hands-on workshop at the Oregon AI Conference, showcasing practical applications of generative AI for communications professionals. The session focused on how these powerful tools can transform visual storytelling, making sophisticated content creation accessible to professionals at any technical skill level.

AI Answer Engines: Reshaping Brand Reputation

Sam Stark recently moderated an Institute for Public Relations panel exploring how AI answer engines are transforming brand reputation. The discussion featured AI and communications leaders from Dell Technologies, influenceAI, and Axicom examining practical strategies for navigating this shift in brand communications.