AI isn’t the future! It’s happening now.
Join us at the Laurel Ridge Community College AI Summit to learn how everyday professionals are using AI to save time, work smarter, and get ahead. Walk away with real tools, real examples, and real value.
“Why It’s Worth It” – Key Selling Points
- Learn how to use top AI tools like ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot
- Discover how to cut hours of work with simple automations
- Get real examples from businesses using AI right now
- Build confidence in navigating AI in your own role
- Network with forward-thinking professionals and leaders in the Shenandoah Valley
- Stay relevant in a rapidly changing work environment
Speaker Bio: Corinne Hoisington
Corinne Hoisington travels over 250,000 miles a year delivering keynote addresses businesses and colleges in over 70 cities worldwide for customers such as the Microsoft Corporation, Microsoft Canada International Events, Cengage Learning, National Geographic Abu Dhabi, Capital One International Bank, Executive LIVE in London, Sydney, and Johannesburg, and the international South by Southwest (SXSW) event in Austin, Texas. Corinne Hoisington is the recipient of the Microsoft Most Valuable Professional award in Computer Programming. Corinne has authored over 40 textbooks with Cengage Learning and National Geographic including Artificial Intelligence in Business. Corinne is a true visionary and thought leader in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Agenda Breakdown
8-9AM: In the Blink of AI: Charting a Course for Virginia’s AI-Powered Future
Get ready to embark on an exhilarating exploration of artificial intelligence and its transformative power, as we uncover how AI is fundamentally reshaping the world of business and IT, creating unprecedented career shifts and sparking vibrant new opportunities across Virginia’s dynamic enterprises. This captivating keynote will illuminate the practical magic of AI through a deep dive into leading tools such as Copilot, ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Claude, demonstrating their immediate impact and future potential. We’ll then look beyond the horizon, anticipating the exciting advancements and trends that lie ahead in the AI journey. Throughout our discussion, we’ll thoughtfully address the critical dimensions of ethics and sustainability, ensuring that as we innovate with AI, we do so responsibly and with a clear vision for a prosperous and equitable future.
9:15AM-10:15AM: Navigating the AI Revolution: Adapting Your Career Path for the Future of Work
The rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming industries and reshaping the very nature of work. This session will explore how AI is impacting career paths across various sectors, from automation of routine tasks to the emergence of entirely new roles. We will delve into the skills and knowledge that will be most in demand in the AI-powered future, such as critical thinking, creativity, emotional intelligence, and the ability to learn and adapt quickly.
10:30AM-11:30AM: Creativity in the Workplace and in the Classroom
In today’s rapidly evolving world, creativity is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. This session explores how artificial intelligence can be harnessed to spark innovation, collaboration, and authentic expression both in professional workplaces and academic classrooms. Through interactive demonstrations and hands-on activities, attendees will experiment with AI-driven creativity and focus on practical applications: how businesses can use AI to foster adaptive teams and fresh ideas, and how educators can integrate AI into assignments that encourage critical thinking, originality, and resilience. By the end, participants will leave with actionable techniques and a renewed vision for blending human imagination with AI innovation in ways that empower learners and professionals alike.
Pricing
- 4-hour class – $225