Product Evenings NYC: Choosing the Right AI

Join us for a conversation with Nabeel Barqawi, Senior Product Manager of Conversational AI at Disney Streaming, as he breaks down how to choose the right type of AI for your product.

BrainStation New York
Thu, Jul 17, 2025
2025-07-17T22:00:00.0000000Z – 2025-07-17T23:30:00.0000000Z

136 Crosby St, 4th Floor, New York City, NY How to get here
$25

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Nabeel Barqawi

Senior Product Manager, Conversational Ai

Nabeel Barqawi

Senior Product Manager, Conversational Ai

Not all AI is created equal, and neither are the problems it’s meant to solve. In this session, Nabeel Barqawi explores the trade-offs between rule-based and generative AI, and how to determine which model fits your use case. You’ll learn how to assess AI cost, complexity, and output, navigate ethical considerations, and optimize AI experiences with a user-centered approach.

Nabeel Barqawi

Senior Product Manager, Conversational Ai

Nabeel Barqawi is a Senior Product Manager of Conversational AI at Disney Streaming, where he leads strategy, experimentation, and implementation across multiple AI-powered experiences. With over 7 years of experience, Nabeel has led cross-functional initiatives at the intersection of AI, product strategy, and user trust. His work focuses on building responsible, scalable AI solutions that balance business goals with intuitive, human-centered design.

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Rule-Based vs. Generative: Choosing Your AI Stack

Understand the key differences between rule-based systems and generative AI, and how to align each with specific product goals, capabilities, and constraints.
02
Experiment, Evaluate, Iterate

Learn how to approach AI experimentation, what metrics to track, how to test, and how to gather feedback to continuously refine your solution.
03
Trust, Transparency, and UX

From user perception to regulatory disclosure, Nabeel will share examples of AI integrations that are human-centered, safe, and effective, without losing user trust.

Details of the Evening

What's Included

Gourmet Light Bites – Enjoy a curated selection of artisanal bites and small plates, perfect for connecting with colleagues.
Expertly Crafted Cocktails – Sip on handcrafted, shaken cocktails made by skilled mixologists, offering a blend of classic favorites and unique creations.

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How to Get Here

BrainStation New York

136 Crosby St, 4th Floor, New York City, NY 10012

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Finding Your Way

Located on Crosby St just south of Houston between Broadway and Lafayette, just steps away from the Lafayette B D F M train.
Entering The Building

A BrainStation team member will be waiting for you at the elevators to take you to the 4th floor.
Once You're Inside

Our staff will be there to greet you at the campus reception.