Hello, I am
Dr. Blaine Fisher
Technology Leader & Professor
Executive technology and innovation leader with 10-plus years leading AI initiatives, vendor acquisitions, and platform adoption at Tulane University. Professor designing applied, ethics-aware curricula. Geospatial researcher leveraging drone technology for coastal resilience.
Work Experience
Pracademics Editor & Editorial Board Member
Homeland Security Today (HSToday)
Washington, D.C. (Remote)
Leading the Pracademic Affairs section for a premier nonprofit media outlet. Bridging the gap between scholarly research and operational practice by curating insights for the homeland security, law enforcement, and emergency management communities.
Senior Instructional Technology Manager
Tulane University - Information Technology
New Orleans, LA
Spearheaded the university’s AI initiatives and vendor acquisitions while leading the adoption of key teaching platforms like Top Hat and Copilot. Delivered prompt engineering workshops to over 2,000 faculty members, translating technical needs into pedagogical success.
Professor - Information Technology
Tulane University - School of Professional Advancement
New Orleans, LA
Developed a technology-driven curriculum bridging technical skills with ethical insight (AI in Modern Society, UI/UX Design). Expanded outreach through community AI bootcamps and mentored colleagues on digital strategies.
Professor - Emergency Preparedness Studies
Tulane University - School of Professional Advancement
New Orleans, LA
Pioneered hybrid courses on Health and Medical Issues in Emergency Management using multimedia tools. Utilized a multidisciplinary approach blending public health and psychology for complex crisis response preparation.
Geospatial Science Researcher & Drone Operator
MissDelta (Mississippi River Delta Transition Initiative)
New Orleans, LA
Remote sensing SME for a $22M National Academies initiative. Operate LiDAR and thermal drone technology to model environmental changes in the Birdsfoot Delta, analyzing complex spatial datasets with a 14-institution consortium.
Education & Awards
Degrees & Certifications
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - Geography and Anthropology
Louisiana State University | 01/2019 – 05/2024
Master’s Degree - Liberal Arts
Tulane University | 01/2013 – 12/2017
Post-Graduate Certificate - Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Tulane University | 01/2017 – 05/2018
Master of Science - Healthcare Management
University of New Orleans | 01/2011 – 12/2012
Paramedic - Emergency Medical Technology
National EMS Academy | 01/2007 – 12/2008
Bachelor of General Studies
Southeastern Louisiana University | 01/2003 – 12/2010
Minors: Health Education & Promotion; History
Recognitions
John Percy Dyer Award for Teaching Excellence
Tulane University SoPA
Acknowledges a commitment to educational innovation, focusing on creating accessible, high-quality learning environments connecting classroom theory with professional practice.
Sigma Iota Epsilon Induction
University of New Orleans
Recognition of high scholastic standing and application of management theory. Cited for leadership potential in information systems.
Faculty Fellow
Tulane University SoPA & Newcomb College Institute
Served as a voting member on the SoPA Council influencing strategic planning. Collaborated on research and mentorship within the Newcomb Institute.
Speaking & Media
Keynote: TCC Federal Reserve Bank
Delivered keynote to 2,000+ employees demystifying neural networks and LLMs, focusing on prompt engineering, data privacy, and AI's impact on financial operations.
Learn MoreInterview: Federal Ban of AI Deepseek
Fox News appearance discussing the congressional bill banning Chinese AI software Deepseek, focusing on espionage risks and data acquisition concerns.
Watch VideoPanel Moderator: Tech Day
Moderated expert panel debating AI innovation collison with regulatory realities, focusing on data bias and policy changes for future automation.
Learn MoreInsights: Hurricane Evacuation & COVID-19
Provided insights on the logistical clash between hurricane evacuation orders and COVID-19 quarantine mandates, detailing sheltering protocols.
Learn MoreGuest: AI Bootcamp at Tulane
Discussed the launch and impact of the AI Bootcamp at Tulane University, highlighting how community members and professionals can leverage AI for career growth.
Watch SegmentKeynote: NOAI Festival
Title: "The Evolution of Education: From Push to Pull in an AI World"
Delivered at the New Orleans AI (NOAI) festival, exploring the ethical and pedagogical shifts required as AI transforms how we acquire knowledge and mentor students.
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Dr. Blaine Fisher: AI Bootcamp at Tulane University
Elon Musk's AI Company Unveils Grok 3, Claims It Outperforms Rivals
New Bill Suggests Getting Rid of DeepSeek
FBI Issues New Warning: Be On The Lookout For Specific Language In Emails
Chemical Fire in Lake Charles After Hurricane Laura Prompts Shelter-in-Place
Disaster Relief Pt. 2: From 'Food Line' to Front Line
Publications & Books
The AI Human
2025The AI Human
This book rejects vendor hype to focus on the concrete habits and standards that survive software updates. It frames AI adoption as a "promotion" in which human value shifts from execution to stewardship, requiring new workflows for scoping and reviewing automated outputs. The text provides educators and leaders with tested frameworks to maintain agency, ethics, and critical thinking in an automated world.
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