Thursday, July 24 | 2 PM ET

We invite you to join us for a fireside chat between Consumer Technology Association (CTA) CEO and Vice Chair, Gary Shapiro and Michael Kratsios, Assistant to the President for Science & Technology and Director of The White House Office of Science & Technology Policy (OSTP). The conversation will focus on the Administration's efforts to ensure continued American dominance in AI.

Director Kratsios, who was confirmed by the Senate in March 2025, has dedicated his career to the advancement of innovation, serving as the architect of the American AI Initiative and overseeing the implementation of the bipartisan National Quantum Initiative Act under the first Trump Administration.

This event is designed to comply with Congressional ethics rules. CTA seeks to comply with all regulations concerning the entertainment of public officials and employees. Executive branch employees should obtain written permission to attend this event from their designated agency ethics office.