Artificial Intelligence is often seen through the narrow lens of chatbots, but its real value comes from being a resource that helps businesses solve problems. At the National Manufacturing Day Roundtable, Simon Siebert and Dr. Sean Siebert will share tangible, real-world examples of leveraging AI in manufacturing. Predicting demand, maintaining optimal levels of materials, real-time pricing adjustments based on global markets, and troubleshooting downtime issues, all with incredible degrees of accuracy. Simon and Dr. Siebert have built these proven models of using AI in manufacturing, all with serious ROI. Stop wondering how AI will impact your business and start implementing it to gain a competitive advantage.
In this workshop, you will:
Dr. Sean Siebert, Missouri Enterprise Project Manager
Dr. Sean Siebert’s breadth of knowledge and experience, combined with his story-telling ability, make him a much sought-after speaker, panelist, educator, and consultant. His messages resonate with audiences, leaving them both motivated and committed to embrace a future of endless possibilities. Currently, Siebert serves as the founder of the AI and strategic management firm Invent Yourself, LLC. Siebert has also authored the award-winning books, Fighting The Good Fight and Conversations on Grief. Dr. Siebert’s cross-collaborative work has been funded by numerous organizations including the Delta Regional Authority (DRA), the United States Department of Justice (DOJ), the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP), the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), the National Institutes for Health (NIH), the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), the Kauffman Foundation, the Georgia-Pacific Foundation, and other agencies. Additionally, Siebert serves as a contracted subject-matter-expert (SME) for the Institute for Intergovernmental Research (IIR). His work in the industries of education; workforce development; entrepreneurship; and economic development continues to be recognized across the United States and around the world. Dr. Siebert has been honored by the Missouri Association of School Administrators (MASA) with the prestigious Friend of Education Award for his work with school districts across the State of Missouri. Dr. Siebert was the national recipient of the National Association of Development Organizations Innovation Award, for his work that helps communities, and individuals, to combat the mental health and opioid epidemics. Siebert has also been honored as the Entrepreneur of the Year, Citizen of the Year, Faculty Member of the Year, and he was the recipient of the Exclamation Award for Excellence. Siebert has been recognized on numerous occasions by the Missouri Department of Economic Development as he was a featured keynote speaker at the Governor’s Conference on Economic Development in 2015, 2016, 2018, and 2023. In May 2024, Siebert’s work was identified by the United States Department of Justice (DOJ), the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP), as a best practice for addiction and recovery that leads to hope and resiliency.
Simon Siebert, Invest Yourself, LLC Director of Artificial Intelligence
Simon Siebert is a graduate of Arkansas State University, where he earned a master’s degree in Digital Technology with a focus on Artificial Intelligence. He holds advanced certifications in Python, Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Front-End and Back-End Development, Data Science, Business Intelligence, and Cybersecurity. As Director of Artificial Intelligence at Invent Yourself LLC and 50 by Friday AI, Simon leads the design, development, and deployment of AI solutions that bridge innovation with real-world impact. His work spans predictive analytics, generative design, supply chain optimization, computer vision, autonomous inventory management, compliance and risk management, and cybersecurity. Simon has built AI systems for small and rural businesses, educational institutions, and behavioral health providers. His portfolio includes multi-tenant wellness chatbots, AI diagnostic assistants for manufacturing, and advanced prototypes integrating IoT, VR, and cybersecurity. Each solution emphasizes security, compliance, and user trust—incorporating safeguards such as Firebase authentication, crisis alert systems, and App Check enforcement—while maintaining intuitive, usercentered design. Beyond AI, Simon’s expertise in full-stack web development allows him to create scalable, secure, and accessible platforms tailored to client needs. His mission is to make cutting-edge technology practical, trustworthy, and transformative for the communities and organizations he serves.