Orca Intelligence Hosts AI Leadership Lab at Goldman Sachs Summit

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Orca Intelligence Hosts Leadership Lab in Honor of Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Summit 

Tech mogul and Goldman Sachs alumna Melissa Daley brings emerging tech insights and real-world applications in response to the nation’s largest small business convening.

WASHINGTON (October 16, 2025) — Orca Intelligence®, a rising leader in artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, announced it will host its second Leadership Lab: AI + Innovation Mixer as a branded activation experience during the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Summit, taking place October 30, 2025 in Washington, DC. 

This activation complements the Summit’s broader focus on AI adoption, access to capital, and small business competitiveness, aligning with Goldman Sachs’ mission to ensure entrepreneurs have a “seat at the table” in shaping the future of business and policy. 

“As an alumna of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program, returning to this space is deeply meaningful,” said Melissa Daley, Founder of Orca Intelligence™. “Emerging technology isn’t just about innovation—it’s about access. Our mission is to help small and minority-owned businesses work smarter, increase efficiency, and ultimately free up time and resources to better serve their communities.”

The Leadership Lab: AI + Innovation Mixer will feature interactive discovery stations focused on chatbots, agentic technologies, and other practical AI solutions designed to help entrepreneurs bridge the gap between concept and execution. These stations will showcase real-time demonstrations of how automation can support small businesses across critical sectors, including healthcare, labor, education, and housing—areas where Orca Intelligence™ continues to expand its leadership and expertise.

Following the success of its debut event during Congressional Black Caucus week, the Leadership Lab returns to empower business leaders with tangible tools and insights to integrate AI into daily operations. Attendees of the first Lab left with practical applications for automation, new strategies for data-informed decision-making, and a renewed understanding of how emerging technologies can accelerate both business and social impact. 

The Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Summit will convene over 2,300 entrepreneurs from across the U.S., featuring speakers such as David Solomon, Michael Bloomberg, Nancy Twine, Kat Cole, and Ethan Mollick, all offering insights on innovation, leadership, and growth. The event will be held at the 600 Massachusetts Ave NW rooftop, creating an intimate, hands-on experience for entrepreneurs and executives exploring how AI can enhance transparency, streamline workflows, and increase business efficiency.

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About Orca Intelligence®

Orca Intelligence® is a forward-thinking technology and consulting firm that helps organizations leverage artificial intelligence, automation, and emerging technologies to drive growth and operational excellence. By combining actionable insights with innovative tools, Orca Intelligence® empowers businesses—especially small and minority-led enterprises—to make smarter decisions, enhance transparency, and accelerate results.