A Serendipitous Meeting: John Davis, Mario Hemsley, and the Birth of HU3

In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, sometimes the most impactful collaborations happen unexpectedly. Such was the case when John Davis, a visionary in AI and education, crossed paths with Mario Hemsley, a marketing maestro with a passion for health equity. Their meeting, facilitated by yours truly, led to the creation of HU3, a groundbreaking initiative dedicated to leveraging AI to improve educational outcomes for special needs students.

It all started on a routine call with John. He mentioned a captivating project he had been working on: an AI chatbot designed to assist teachers in providing more personalized and effective instruction to special needs students. Intrigued by the potential of this technology to revolutionize education, I encouraged John to launch the chatbot class in Los Angeles, leveraging my connections as a leader in the local tech community.

Recognizing that effective marketing was crucial to reaching a wider audience, I introduced John to Mario Hemsley. Mario’s expertise in marketing, honed at PAX Stereo, would be invaluable in elevating John’s online presence and attracting the right students to the chatbot class.

The synergy between John’s technical prowess and Mario’s marketing acumen was undeniable. Together, we formed HU3, a powerful partnership dedicated to harnessing the potential of AI to address educational disparities. By combining John’s innovative chatbot with Mario’s strategic marketing, HU3 aims to empower teachers and improve outcomes for special needs students.

Stay tuned for more updates on HU3’s exciting journey as they work to make a lasting impact on the future of education.

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Omari Bakari

Omari Bakari is a seasoned technology leader and community advocate with a distinguished career spanning decades. After serving in the U.S. Army, Omari began his educational journey at Los Angeles Southwest College and continued his education at Howard University studying Mass Communication.
As a pioneer in the publishing industry, Omari’s contributions have been instrumental in shaping the landscape of print (as the Compton Journal Publisher), and digital media. He played a key role in the development of the 1976 Malcolm Baldrige Award-winning GTE Superpages, leading the team responsible for directory headings and subheadings.
Omari’s expertise extends beyond traditional publishing. He has been at the forefront of technological innovation, working with N&C, Inc., Baltimore’s 2017 Innovation Week Tech Start-up of the year, to modernize the regulatory process using IBM Watson. This experience, coupled with his extensive background in print publishing, has enabled him to successfully navigate the transition to digital media.
Currently, Omari is the President of the Los Angeles Chapter of Blacks in Technology, where he is dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in the tech industry. His leadership and commitment to community engagement have made him a respected figure in both the professional and philanthropic spheres.

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