✨ Agentic AI Meetup with Google Cloud and ODSC AI: Powering the Future of AI

We're thrilled to announce that ODSC Meetups are back in New York City! Join us for an exclusive evening focused on cutting-edge Agentic AI and hands-on insights, supported by Google Cloud.

This special Google Cloud x ODSC AI Meetup brings together AI practitioners, data scientists, developers, and tech enthusiasts for an inspiring night of learning, sharing, and connection right here in the Big Apple.

Speaker#1: Mike DeAngelo, Developer Relations Engineer at Google. (in the Looker group of Google Cloud)

Mike DeAngelo is a data-driven professional working at Looker, a company that empowers data analysts to create custom data experiences for businesses. He pursued his education with a Bachelor of Science from the New Jersey Institute of Technology, a Bachelor of Science from the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, and studies at Regis University.

Talk title#1: Use MCP Toolbox and Gemini CLI to Build LookML

Abstract: The rise of agentic AI systems presents a new paradigm for business intelligence, shifting from human-driven dashboards to AI-driven, conversational data exploration. However, a critical challenge remains: how can we securely and reliably connect Large Language Models (LLMs) to the curated, governed data locked within enterprise BI platforms?

This session introduces the Looker MCP Server, a new service designed to bridge this exact gap. Built upon the robust foundation of the MCP Toolbox for Databases, the Looker MCP Server exposes Looker's powerful semantic model as a stable, easy-to-use set of tools for AI agents. By providing a secure and scalable API, it empowers developers to build a new class of "Agentic BI" applications that can independently query data, analyze trends, and deliver insights, all while inheriting Looker's existing governance and data permissions.

This talk is for AI developers, data platform owners, and BI practitioners who are looking to leverage their existing investment in Looker to build the next generation of data-driven AI applications. Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of how to use the Looker MCP Server to safely unlock their enterprise data for agentic AI systems.

Speaker#2: Cal Al-Dhubaib, Head of AI & Data Science at Further

Cal is a globally recognized data scientist, entrepreneur, and innovator in responsible artificial intelligence for heavily regulated environments, including healthcare, energy, and financial services. He leads AI and Data Science at Further, a digital transformation partner that helps some of the world’s most recognized brands create smarter, more personalized customer journeys with data and AI.

Before joining Further, Cal founded and scaled Pandata, an AI design and development firm that partnered with organizations such as Cleveland Clinic, Progressive Insurance, and FirstEnergy and was acquired by Further in 2024.

Talk title #2: “Introduction to Trust Engineering”

🗓️ Event Details

Date: Friday, December 12th, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM ET
Location: Serendipity Labs - Financial District NY (28 Liberty Street, New York)
Food & Drinks: Included! Stay for post-talk networking with Pizza and Refreshments 🍕🥂

🎤 What to Expect

5:50 PM – 6:25 PM - Arrival, Welcome & Networking Doors open! Grab your badge, enjoy initial networking, and pick up some snacks and refreshments

6:25 PM – 6:55 PM - Talk#1: "Use MCP Toolbox and Gemini CLI to Build LookML" delivered by Mike DeAngelo

6:55 PM – 7:25 PM - Talk#2 “Introduction to Trust Engineering” delivered by Cal Al-Dhubaib

7:25 PM – 8:00 PM - Final Networking & Wrap-up Last chance for Q&A, connecting with speakers, and community mingling.

Don't miss this opportunity to connect with the NYC AI community and get ahead of the curve in Agentic AI.

🤝 Connect with the Agentic AI Elite in NYC - 1-Day Event on January 20th.

Join fellow developers, researchers, and AI enthusiasts at the dedicated Agentic AI Workshop. It's more than just training—it's a chance to collaborate, share insights, and build a network with people pioneering LLM orchestration and autonomous agent design. Learn, build, and connect.

Find out more about agenda here: https://luma.com/wi0ylmty

Useful Links

Free access to more talks/trainings: Ai+ Training platform
ODSC blog: https://opendatascience.com/
Slack Channel: https://hubs.li/Q038cQBy0
Code of conduct: https://odsc.ai/code-of-conduct/

NYC - Agentic AI Meetup with Google Cloud