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The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries and career paths, and a forthcoming event at the University of Hawai’i at Mānoa aims too unpack the opportunities and challenges presented by this transformative technology.
On October 20th, from 12:00pm to 1:30pm, PACE and ICS will host a presentation featuring Sanjiv Nathwani at the Walter Dods, Jr. RISE Center, Level 2, on the Mānoa Campus. The event promises to stimulate discussion on how to strategically navigate the evolving landscape of Applied AI.
The Unprecedented Pace of AI Change
AI is being described as one of the most meaningful societal and professional shifts of our time. According to event materials, the speed of this transformation is making it arduous to fully grasp its implications. while much attention has focused on the progress of foundational technologies like Large Language Models (LLMs), Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and AI Agents, a new wave of innovation is emerging – the request of these technologies to real-world business problems.
This “Applied AI” is fundamentally altering the roles within the cognitive workforce and disrupting established professional trajectories. Though, this disruption isn’t solely about displacement.
Opportunities for a New Generation of Professionals
The rise of Applied AI is simultaneously creating a wealth of new opportunities. The event highlights a “bonanza” for entrepreneurs seeking to reinvent commerce and a surge in demand for professionals proficient in AI technologies. “The presentation will stimulate a dialogue on how to think about Applied AI and navigate a path that avoids career threats and creates career and entrepreneurial success,” event organizers stated.
This suggests a proactive approach is crucial. Professionals will need to adapt and acquire new skills to remain competitive, while entrepreneurs can leverage AI to create innovative products and services.
Event Details and further Details
Those interested in attending the event can find ticket information at https://pace.shidler.hawaii.edu/collab.
The event represents a critical opportunity for individuals and businesses in Hawai’i to engage with the evolving world of AI and position themselves for success in the years to come.
Why is this event happening? The event is being held to address the rapid changes brought about by artificial intelligence (AI) and to help individuals and businesses in Hawai’i understand and navigate the opportunities and challenges it presents. The speed of AI transformation is making it difficult to fully grasp its implications, and the event aims to stimulate discussion on how to strategically adapt.
Who is involved? The event is hosted by PACE (Pacific Asian Center for Entrepreneurship) and ICS (information and Computer Sciences) at the University of Hawai’i at Mānoa. The speaker is Sanjiv Nathwani. The event is targeted towards professionals, entrepreneurs, and anyone interested in the impact of AI on business and careers in Hawai’i.
What will be discussed? The presentation will focus on “Applied AI” – the application of AI technologies like Large Language Models (LLMs),Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG),and AI agents to real-world business problems. It will explore how AI is altering the cognitive workforce, creating new opportunities for entrepreneurs, and the skills needed to succeed in this evolving landscape.
How did it end? The event is scheduled for October 20th
