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UMSI Advisory Board Lightning Talks

UMSI Theme Year 2024-25: Future of Work. UMSI Advisory Board Lightning Talks. Thursday, October 24, 5-6 PM, North Quad Space 2435. Anne Beaubien, University of Michigan, retired. Kyle Cozad, University of Michigan, ITS. Rodger Devine, Pomona College. Nate Oostendorp, Sight Machine. Latif Peracha, M13. Nikki Roda, Deduce Designs LLC. lan Rosen, GM Financial Answers, The Tifin Group. Dr. Veronica Wilkerson Johnson, Lansing Community College. Tom Wilson, University of Alabama, retired. Paul Woods, Alice.

Alumni Event

Location: North Quad Space 2435
Thursday, Oct 24, 2024 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Curious about how technological advancements, shifting societal norms and global trends are shaping the future of work? This unique opportunity offers invaluable insights from industry visionaries and thought leaders.

The University of Michigan School of Information (UMSI) is pleased to host an inspiring event featuring its prestigious UMSI Advisory Board members. These leaders and experts will discuss the evolving landscape of careers and workplaces, offering valuable insights on future opportunities and challenges. Dinner will be provided.

Register at umsi.info/elo-register

Speakers

Nate Oostendorp
Co-founder and chief technology officer, Sight Machine

"Radical Change is Coming to Data Science Jobs"

Ian Rosen
GM Financial Answers, The Tifin Group

"Evolution of Finance: From the Back-Office to Embedded Finance Collaboration"

Tom Wilson
Professor and associate dean for research and technology, University of Alabama (retired)

"Reflections on Education and Work, AI Challenges, Usability: The Gift that Keeps on Giving, and DEI"

Rodger Devine
Assistant vice president, Advancement Operations, Pomona College

"What New Skills and Roles Will be Essential for Sustainable Success in the Future of Work?"

Dr. Veronica Wilkerson Johnson
Former director of the U-M Lansing Service Center; current elected Ingham County, MI, precinct delegate; adjunct associate professor, Lansing Community College; and author

"Navigating the New Political Landscape: The Future of Work in a Changing World"

Latif Peracha
General partner, M13

"The Importance of IRL Peer Support and Mentorship"

Paul Woods
Designer, author and co-founder of Design and Technology Consultancy, Alice

"Addressing the Challenges of Sparking Creativity and Organic Collaboration in Remote Settings"

Kyle Cozad
Identity and access management business systems analyst senior, University of Michigan, ITS

"Adapting IT Infrastructure and Processes for the Future of Work"

Anne Beubien
Librarian emerita, U-M; former director, MLibrary Document Delivery

"Changes in Technology in the University of Michigan Library Since 1971"

Nikki Roda 
Founder, Deduce Designs LLC

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