Speaking Up for Culture, Data & Design

| Joel Ramkhelawan

May was a meaningful month for Envisify Global Intelligence. Our leadership team took the stage across five major events—from university conferences to global business forums—to advocate for a future where cultural insight and AI innovation go hand in hand.

Here’s a look at where we were and what we discussed:

Ohio State University – May 2

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Natasha presented at the Ohio Marketing Association Colloquium, discussing the power of cultural intelligence in AI innovation. She was joined by leaders from Nestlé, Cardinal Health, and Pursuit in an inspiring exchange between academia and industry.

Key message: Cultural context fuels innovation that lasts.

University of Cincinnati Analytics Summit – May 6

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Our session on AI-Powered Cultural Intelligence gave attendees a first-hand look at how AI tools can personalize marketing by interpreting cultural nuance.

We were grateful for the feedback, both enthusiastic and critical, which helps us continue to grow and refine how we present these complex ideas.

SelectUSA 2025 – May 11

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Natasha participated in a panel on Understanding U.S. Business Culture, helping international companies navigate communication, leadership, and inclusion in the American market.

Takeaway: Success starts with cultural alignment.

Mercadito Raíces (SBDC/SBA) – May 23

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Joel led a workshop for first-time Latino entrepreneurs, showing them how to use culturally informed strategies to build authentic social media brands from day one.

Empowerment through knowledge = community transformation.

Retail Design Institute – May 29

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In a session titled “The Future is Now,” Natasha explored how AI and cultural intelligence are revolutionizing retail space design.
Her insights challenged attendees to reimagine customer experience through the lens of identity, emotion, and data.

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Conclusion:

From marketing to entrepreneurship to retail, the message was clear: culture is not an afterthought—it’s a strategic imperative.

We’re proud to have had the chance to share our ideas and connect with so many brilliant minds.

Let’s continue the conversation.

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