Real-World Experience with OpenAI, Meta AI, and Microsoft AI
Justin Myrick
AI Practitioner/VFX Artist/Founder, Justin Myrick Media
Founder and CEO with deep AI expertise. Justin Myrick is an AI practitioner and visual effects artist with experience at OpenAI and Meta AI, where he contributed to cutting‑edge research and real‑world AI applications. He holds a VFX degree from SCAD and earned a Harvard AI certification, blending technical depth with creative problem‑solving.
His work has been featured in AdAge for his contributions to Nike’s World Cup VFX campaign, showcasing his ability to merge advanced technology with compelling visual storytelling.
As founder of Justin Myrick Media, Justin builds AI systems, automations, and custom chatbots for small businesses — helping them scale operations, improve customer experience, and compete with larger companies.
At the Elite AI Summit, Justin brings a practitioner’s perspective: real demos, real tools, and real results.
Lisa Lopez
Chief Marketing Officer & AI Officer, Justin Myrick Media
Lisa Lopez is a veteran technology educator and AI strategist with more than 20 years of Computer Science instruction at USC Upstate and Spartanburg Community College combined. Before entering academia, she served as a computer programmer/analyst at Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System, where she played a key role in preparing critical systems for Y2K, giving her rare firsthand experience in high‑stakes digital transformation.
She has taught through every major shift in computing — from early enterprise systems to today’s generative AI — giving her a unique ability to translate complex innovation into clear, actionable strategies for business owners.
Lisa is the Chief Marketing & AI Officer and co‑owner of Justin Myrick Media, an applied AI studio serving small businesses across the Southeast. She recently attended the Microsoft AI Tour, gaining direct insight into enterprise‑grade AI, agentic systems, and responsible deployment.
Her mission: help small business owners adopt AI confidently, safely, and profitably.
Douglas L. Lineberry
Doug is a highly experienced intellectual property attorney with a technical background in biology and chemistry. He has built a strong practice focused on patent prosecution, trademark portfolio management, and IP litigation. Doug holds a B.S. in Biology and a B.A. in Chemistry from Emory & Henry University and earned his J.D. from Mercer University School of Law. His expertise spans mechanical, medical, and chemical technologies, which allows him to adeptly handle complex IP issues. Doug is known for his compassionate approach and clear communication with clients, fostering trust and long-term relationships.