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Next-Gen Skills: Preparing Students for Tomorrow’s Tech

Tuesday, January 6
3:00 PM - 3:40 PM
Today's classrooms hold tomorrow's innovators. Explore the skills shaping an AI-driven future and how industry can strengthen early pipelines to unlock talent.
Conference Track Innovation For All
All CES conference sessions are seated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Speakers

  • Jamie Thomas

    Jamie Thomas

    Vice President, HR, CTA

    Moderator

  • Chris Andrews

    Chris Andrews

    Director of I&A Outreach, Oshkosh Corporation

  • Ben Moscovitch

    Ben Moscovitch

    Public Policy, Amazon

  • Kate Sonka

    Kate Sonka

    Executive Director, Teach Access

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