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title: "Webinar-Preparing the Federal Workforce for the Future of IT and AI: Strategies for Upskilling and Adaptation"
description: As artificial intelligence and advanced IT systems continue to reshape the landscape of federal operations, it is imperative to prepare and upskill the workforce to meet the demands of a technology-driven future. This panel will focus on effective strategies for federal agencies to implement comprehensive training programs that empower employees to stay ahead of the technology curve. Experts will discuss innovative approaches to workforce development, highlight successful case studies, and explore best practices for fostering a culture of continuous learning. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on how to build a future-ready federal workforce capable of harnessing the full potential of AI and advanced IT.
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# Preparing the Federal Workforce for the Future of IT and AI: Strategies for Upskilling and Adaptation
From Leadership Connect
As artificial intelligence and advanced IT systems continue to reshape the landscape of federal operations, it is imperative to prepare and upskill the workforce to meet the demands of a technology-driven future. This panel will focus on effective strategies for federal agencies to implement comprehensive training programs that empower employees to stay ahead of the technology curve. Experts will discuss innovative approaches to workforce development, highlight successful case studies, and explore best practices for fostering a culture of continuous learning. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on how to build a future-ready federal workforce capable of harnessing the full potential of AI and advanced IT.
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## Speakers
Dave Hinchman
*Director, Information Technology & Cybersecurity*
U.S. Government Accountability Office
Joseph P. Mitchell, III
*Director, Strategic Initiatives & International Programs*
National Academy of Administration
Ebbie Yazdani
*Director of Federal Policy and Government Relations*
TechNet
Patrick Spencer
Research *Fellow, Research Development*
InfoTech
## Moderator
Michele Anderson
*Vice President *
Leadership Connect
## Event Details
**Date: April 3, 2025**
**Time: 2:00 – 3:00 pm ET**
**Location: ZOOM **
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