Virtual Tech Speaker Series: AI Disruption and the New Rules of Employment

Artificial Intelligence is already transforming the workplace — automating tasks, augmenting decision-making, and reshaping how we collaborate, create, and compete. But what does that mean for your job?

In this panel, industry experts will explore how AI is disrupting — and redefining — roles. Whether you’re a student preparing to enter the workforce, a professional wondering how to stay relevant, or a leader planning for the future, this session offers a grounded, honest look at how AI is rewriting the rules of employment. Expect real examples, diverse perspectives, and practical insights into which skills are rising in value, which roles are at risk, and how to adapt.

Key Take-aways:

• Understand How AI Is Actively Changing the Workplace
• Learn how automation, augmentation, and AI-driven tools are transforming tasks across various industries—from entry-level to executive roles.
• Identify Which Skills Are Becoming More Valuable
• Discover which human-centered skills and technical competencies are increasingly in demand—and how to start building them.
• Recognize Roles at Risk and Areas of Opportunity
• Gain clarity on which job functions are most susceptible to disruption, and which fields are growing as a result of AI integration.

Who Should Attend:

• Students exploring future career paths and wondering how AI will shape the job market they’re entering
• Recent graduates looking to align their skills with emerging industry demands
• Working professionals seeking to stay competitive and understand how their roles may evolve
• Educators and academic advisors aiming to prepare learners for an AI-augmented economy
• Career counselors and workforce development professionals focused on guiding others through industry shifts
• Team leaders and managers planning for talent development and organizational adaptation
• Entrepreneurs and business owners interested in how AI might disrupt (or enhance) their operations
• Anyone curious about the intersection of technology, work, and human potential

Speakers:

Eric Elwer, Founder and CEO, SteppingStone
Tony Hinton, Professor, University of Advancing Technology
Andre Christian, Chief Marketing Officer, REVOBOTS

Our Sponsor:

University of Advancing Technology (UAT) is an intimate technology University focused on educating students in advancing technology who desire to innovate for our future. UAT is the technophile’s college experience—a community uniquely suited to provide students passionate about technology an ideal place to live and grow. UAT is a private and family-owned University that merges the values of the traditional academy with the modern technology campus, a fusion that enhances our ability to fulfill the mission of educating students in the fields of advancing technology who innovate for our future.