Go Expand Room
13:15 pm to 14:15 pm
As the world of work evolves, developing new skills has become essential for continued growth and adaptability. This session explores practical strategies for building future-ready talent, fostering lifelong learning, and embracing new tools and technologies. Speakers will share insights on how individuals and organizations can stay competitive, resilient, and prepared for emerging opportunities in an ever-changing workforce landscape.
Adnan Sarwar is an Investment Banker from London, U.K., who is now a Full Time Term Faculty at University Canada West and also an AI and FinTech Entrepreneur mentoring many StartUp CEO’s in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
Adina Gray is an educator, speaker, and founder of PurpleOwl AI, a training and consulting firm that helps educators and business professionals harness the power of generative AI. She also serves as AI Initiatives Lead at Thompson Rivers University’s Bob Gaglardi School of Business and Economics and Advisor for AI & Digital Strategy with the […]
A designer, educator, and researcher, he brings a multidisciplinary approach to exploring how information, language, and design influence human understanding. With a Master’s in Information Design and a PhD in Language and Literacy Education from the University of British Columbia, he bridges creativity and analytical rigor. Currently an Associate Teaching Professor and Graduate Program Coordinator […]
Tony Botelho is the Managing Director of the UBC Career Centre, bringing over 25 years of leadership experience in post-secondary career development. Under his guidance, teams have earned national recognition for innovation and service excellence. Tony is a respected voice in the Canadian career development community and has received multiple awards for his contributions, including […]
Fernanda Ave is a seasoned marketing strategist with over 15 years of experience helping startups and small businesses grow through smart, data-driven marketing. For the last 4 years, she has been the CMO at I2A2, an Artificial Intelligence Institute, where she leads initiatives to educate and empower people with AI knowledge. Fernanda is also a […]
