Keynote Spotlight: David J. Stanley- Futurist and AI
What Happens When AI Starts Working For You… and Instead of You?
What if your future included thousands of AI agents working on your behalf- handling tasks, making decisions, and reshaping how work gets done? This isn’t science fiction. It’s the future. And it’s arriving faster than you think.
Join us for a powerful and thought-provoking keynote with David J. Staley, an internationally recognized futurist, author, and professor at The Ohio State University as he explores The Future of the Agentic Economy- a world where artificial intelligence doesn’t just assist us, but actively participates in how our workplaces and lives function.
🤖 A New Economy Is Emerging
In this bold and eye-opening session, Dr. Staley will unpack a future where:
AI agents handle most transactions autonomously
Individuals are supported by thousands of intelligent digital assistants
Traditional workplaces evolve into systems where AI may supervise humans
Cities operate in real time using AI-driven infrastructure and decision-making
This is not just about technology. It’s about transformation.
🧠 Big Questions You’ll Be Thinking About Long After
What does “work” even mean in this new world?
What role do humans play when AI does cognitive labor?
What happens to careers, education, and leadership?
Dr. Staley brings these questions to life with clarity, insight, and just the right amount of disruption to challenge how you think about the future.
🎤 Why You Don’t Want to Miss This
Dr. Staley is known for connecting big ideas to real-world implications. His work sits at the intersection of education, innovation, and the future of work- making this session especially relevant for higher education professionals. Whether you're leading teams, shaping curriculum, or navigating your own career path, this session will leave you thinking differently about what’s ahead- and how to prepare for it. This is one session you’ll be talking about long after the conference ends.
