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AI and the Future of Work: What Employers Expect Now

Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping how we work, how companies hire, and the skills needed to succeed. For college students, bootcamp participants, and early-career professionals, understanding these shifts is critical to staying competitive in today’s job market.

Join us for a 60-minute virtual panel featuring industry AI leaders who are at the forefront of these changes. In this session, panelists will share candid insights on how AI is transforming the workplace, what employers are looking for in candidates, and how job seekers can effectively position themselves in an AI-driven economy. Come ready to ask questions and leave with a clearer, more honest picture of the workforce you're entering — and what it takes to thrive in it.


Sarah Bartel works with some of the world's largest Technology companies to imagine the human side of AI, Data and Cloud. Together, they are finding ways to use generative and agentic AI to create new abilities and opportunities for people. She helps leaders redesign work with AI agents and automation, upskill their workforce with continuous learning and enable new ways of working with a Human + AI workforce. On a personal note.... she believes in using AI to create more opportunities for people - not to automate humanity out of business. Let's work together to help organizations AND people thrive in the era of AI.


Kevin Burson is a Principal AI Strategist at One North, where he brings over a decade of leadership in digital innovation and AI strategy, driving transformation across AI integration, financial services technology, and data modernization. His expertise spans building scalable B2B and internal solutions generating millions in recurring revenue. Kevin combines technical acumen, strategic vision, and execution excellence to deliver impactful AI solutions for our clients across industries.


Priya Raman is a global data and AI leader with 25+ years of experience across Microsoft, Coca-Cola, GE, Nielsen, and Accenture, where she has built and led AI and analytics teams at scale. Her work today focuses on how AI is changing jobs, skills, and the future of work—while emphasizing the importance of using AI responsibly and thoughtfully.


Jen Brun is a Services Account Manager with TEKsystems, owning strategic service delivery and client success across Higher Education institutions in Washington State. She is a champion for Digital Equity, an advocate for Health and Well Being, and an advisory Board Member of Computing for All.

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