Brock University President and Vice-Chancellor Lesley Rigg moderated a panel on Niagara’s evolving workforce during the Niagara Networks and Industry Collaborative conference on Wednesday, May 6. Brock University welcomed the Niagara Networks and Industry Collaborative conference to campus on Wednesday, May 6.
Hosted by the South Niagara Chambers of Commerce, the event gathered more than 200 community partners to explore topics such as workplace transformation, building a resilient local economy, leveraging financing and funding opportunities, and aligning business goals with national priorities.
The day featured breakout sessions, a networking lunch, a trade show and a panel discussion on what happens to human employees when artificial intelligence (AI) reshapes the workplace. Moderated by Brock President and Vice-Chancellor Lesley Rigg, the panel included Daniel Lirette, Founder and CEO of Flora Track AI; Kate Agar, Manager of Newcomer Programs at Niagara College; and Rahul Kumar, Assistant Professor of Educational Studies at Brock.
