The Future of Tech Skills & Jobs: How to Stay Competitive

Are technical skills like coding and data entry enough to stay relevant in a world driven by AI and automation? The Adirondack Innovation Initiative (A2i) invites you to an evening of deep-dive discussions on the future of work.

Connect with industry experts to explore the shifting tech trends and "durable skills", critical thinking, creativity, and adaptability, that are now the gold standard for success. While we are gathering in the heart of the North Country, these insights are applicable at a national and global scale, helping you stay competitive whether you are working for a local firm or a multinational company from your home office in the Adirondacks.

This panel discussion and networking event is designed for students, remote workers, tech-adjacent professionals, and anyone looking to break into the industry. We’ll move beyond the buzzwords to explore how to leverage AI as a collaborator and how to build a resilient career for the next 10 years.

Our Featured Panelists:

Michelle Crimi: Dean of the Graduate School and Professor of Environmental Engineering at Clarkson University. Michelle oversees both graduate education and workforce development at Clarkson, focusing on the intersection of academic research and the evolving needs of the modern job market.

Steve Richards: CEO and Principal at Garnet River. Drawing on his leadership of this IT solutions and staffing firm, Steve specializes in AI, cybersecurity, and robotic process automation with a focus on helping businesses and professionals stay competitive in a tech-driven economy.