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DMC Fair keynote speaker: Michael Geraghty

Director of the NJ Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Cell (NJCCIC) and Chief Information Security Officer for the State of New Jersey

DMC Fair Save-The-Date!

Date/Time: Wednesday, 4/23/25, 5-7 pm

Location: Ramapo College, Trustees Pavilion

Join us for the Center for Data, Mathematical, and Computational Sciences (DMC) Fair on April 23th, 2025.

Following the keynote speech, attendees can view posters showcasing Ramapo students’ research projects in Data, Mathematical, and Computational Sciences. Attendees will be able to network with Ramapo students and faculty as well as industry professionals. Awards will be given for the best posters and refreshments will be served.

Short bio of keynote speaker:

Michael Geraghty is the State of New Jersey’s Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and Director of the New Jersey Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Cell (NJCCIC). In these roles Director Geraghty is responsible for the development and execution of the State’s cybersecurity strategy. He is responsible for leading and coordinating New Jersey’s cybersecurity efforts while building resiliency throughout the State and has direct responsibility for all aspects of statewide cybersecurity operations; governance, risk and compliance; and incident response.

Mr. Geraghty is an accomplished cybersecurity executive with a history of building innovative and model programs in private and public sector enterprises including roles as CISO of the Hudson’s Bay Company, Chief Information Officer of the National and International Centers for Missing and Exploited Children, Vice President of High Technology Investigations at Prudential Financial, and Network Intrusion Detection Manager, Lucent Technologies/Bell Labs. Mr. Geraghty began his career with the New Jersey State Police, where he served 12 years and led the formation and development of its High Technology Crimes Investigations Unit.

He has provided expert testimony before the United States Congress and in federal, state, and international courts on computer crime investigations and forensics. Geraghty is a past president of the Northeast Chapter of the High Technology Crimes Investigation Association and has held leadership roles in the National Strategic Policy Council on Cyber and Electronic Crime.

Categories: Data Science, Lecture Series, Mathematics, MSCS, MSDS


Larry Shapiro - AI implementation for Finance Operations

Larry Shapiro

AI implementation in Finance operations

Speaker: Larry Shapiro from PwC
When: Monday 11/11 at 6:30pm – Room ASB 136
Topic:  AI implementation in Finance operations:  Larry Shapiro leads the Global Oracle ERP implementation at PwC including application of AI to finance operations and engagement management.   Larry’s talk will resemble a real life case study on how leaders in large global enterprises embrace AI.

Some of the topics he will cover include:


Leadership Concerns:

  1. Risk Management: AI-related risks (e.g., model drift, bias, security breaches).
  2. Regulatory Compliance: Adhering to regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, FINRA).
  3. Return on Investment (ROI): Measuring AI’s financial benefits.

Ethical Considerations:

  1. Bias and Fairness: Ensuring AI systems don’t perpetuate existing biases.
  2. Transparency and Explainability: Understanding AI-driven decisions.
  3. Data Privacy: Protecting sensitive financial information.

Strategic Imperatives:

  1. Digital Transformation: AI’s role in modernizing finance operations.
  2. Competitive Advantage: Leveraging AI for financial insights and agility.
  3. Talent and Skills: Upskilling/reskilling workforce for AI-driven finance.

Implementation Challenges:

  1. Change Management: Overcoming organizational resistance.
  2. Data Quality and Integration: Ensuring accurate and unified data.
  3. Scalability and Security: Deploying AI solutions enterprise-wide.

Please contact Jane Riff ( jriff@ramapo.edu ) for more information.

Categories: Data Science, Lecture Series, Mathematics, MSCS, MSDS


Dr. Geena Taite - Mathematical Modeling Education: My Journey Connecting Theory with Practice talk - 9/11 @ 4:15pm

Mathematical Modeling Education: My Journey Connecting Theory with PracticeDr. Geena Taite

Wednesday, September 11, from 4:15pm to 5:15pm in
G123

Brief Abstract: Dr. Geena Taite, Ramapo College undergraduate alumna of the mathematics program, Ramapo College adjunct professor, and PCTI STEM Academy mathematics teacher, shares her doctoral experiences learning about mathematical modeling education. These experiences led her to connect theory with practice through designing and facilitating sessions for pre-service mathematics teachers and also professional development for in-service mathematics teachers. At this talk you will engage in a brief mathematical modeling task, learn about Geena’s doctoral experiences that led to her dissertation work, and hear findings from her recently published dissertation.

Speaker Brief Bio: Dr. Geena Taite. Dr. Taite is a graduate of our mathematics program at Ramapo College and a success story of our mathematics program. Dr. Taite received her Ph.D. in Mathematics Education from Montclair State University.  Her talk is both an educational and an inspirational event for you, and a great networking opportunity.

Categories: Lecture Series, Mathematics