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Conference Session

Rise of the Frontier Workforce: AI, Quantum, and Emerging Sectors

Thursday, January 8
3:00 PM - 3:40 PM
Learn how innovative models and AI-driven systems are accelerating talent pipelines for quantum, AI, and fast-emerging sectors powering the next industrial transformation.
Conference Track CTA Stage
All CES conference sessions are seated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Speakers

  • Philip Minardi

    Philip Minardi

    Cofounder, SkillsNation by DC Department of Employment Servic

    Moderator

  • Danna Bailey

    Danna Bailey

    Strategic Planning & Communications, Chattanooga Quantum Collaborative

  • Emily Easton

    Emily Easton

    Director of Education & Workforce Development, Chicago Quantum, Exchange

  • Chris Tonjes

    Chris Tonjes

    Chief information Officer, Department of Employment Services

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