PATF is working on a new AI chatbot to aid Pennsylvanians in finding assistive technology (AT) funding resources. We are looking for a mascot for our AI chatbot that personifies PATF’s brand personality – empowering, inclusive, approachable, and kind.
On July 1, 2025, PATF will launch THE GREAT AI CHATBOT PERSONA SEARCH. This competition to create a new character for PATF is open to everyone (in the US). Submissions should draw inspiration from our brand personality.
The AI chatbot’s name is Aida the AT Funding Navigator, but we will consider alternative name suggestions with submissions. The submission deadline is July 31st. The winner will receive $500 and bragging rights! Terms and conditions apply.
What is a Chatbot Persona?
A chatbot persona is like the soul of a chatbot. It should be a carefully crafted character that embodies the tone, voice, and personality of the brand it is representing.
An ideal chatbot persona should be the secret sauce that turns a robotic interaction into a delightful and engaging conversation with a best friend.
Think of it as an actor playing a role – the chatbot persona sets the stage for how a chatbot interacts with users and represents a brand.
Importance of a Chatbot Persona for PATF
A chatbot persona will:
- Humanize our chatbot, making it more relatable and engaging for our clients.
- Ensure consistent interactions, making our chatbot feel like a cohesive entity.
- Reinforce our brand identity and values through every conversation.
Details:
- The original character should be based on PATF’s brand. Colors for the graphic must be PATF-approved brand colors. Email patf@patf.us to receive more details about our brand colors and fonts. In the subject line write “The Great AI Chatbot Personal Search.”
- Please submit the graphic as a PNG or SVG format with 1000 x 1000 resolution.
- The character should reflect PATF’s core beliefs.
- All people have intrinsic worth.
- All people can and should be as involved as possible in the decisions that affect their lives.
- All people, including people with disabilities, should have the opportunity, if they choose, to live independently, go to work and school, communicate, play, and participate in the community.
- Assistive technology can play an important role in making that possible.
- People with disabilities should be able to get the device that they want, that works for them, from where they want to get it, regardless of age, income level, disability or health condition.
- Knowledge is power. With information and understanding, people can be empowered to make their own decisions for their future.
- Financial education is the foundation for independent living.
- In an equitable and inclusive society where people with disabilities are full members, part of the financial mainstream, and have an equal voice.
- The character should represent PATF’s personality:
- Empowering (#1)
- Approachable
- Passionate
- Kind
- Inclusive
- Knowledgeable
- Equitable
- Person-centered
- Community-driven
- Forward thinking
AI chatbot character design entries should be submitted to PATF by emailing patf@patf.us