Artificial Intelligence is changing everything — from how we learn and work to how we hire, train, and build resilient economies. The Artificial Intelligence Track explores how rural regions like Eastern Kentucky can not only adapt but also lead in this era of rapid technological change. These sessions bring urgency, insight, and action to the table, challenging us to design a future that includes everyone.
Ideal Audience
- Employers and HR professionals
- Educators, community colleges, and workforce boards
- Policymakers, civic leaders, and state agencies
- Philanthropy and public-private partnership strategists
- Technology and innovation professionals
- Anyone curious about AI’s impact on jobs, equity, and opportunity
Tuesday, August 26
The Future of Work in the Age of AI: What Comes Next for America’s Workforce?
1:45 p.m. to 3 p.m. | Corbin Center
AI is transforming the workforce faster than most institutions can respond — and rural America has a critical role to play in shaping what comes next. This conversation brings together national leaders at the intersection of workforce innovation, economic mobility, and responsible tech. You’ll explore how AI is disrupting traditional pathways, creating new “middle-skill” opportunities, and reimagining what education, training, and equity must look like in the decades to come.
This isn’t just about adapting to change — it’s about designing it.
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Please Note: This schedule is subject to change. Updates will be made regularly leading up to the event to reflect the most current information.
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