Session 1: Huntsville Now
Date: Tuesday, June 4, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM CST (1 hour)
The webinar series kickoff session features Ken Smith, Senior Economic Development Director for the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber, who will break down the trends, opportunities, and momentum shaping Huntsville’s rapid rise. With 30+ years of experience in economic development, Ken brings deep insight into what’s happening on the ground — and why it matters for the future of our communities and campuses.
Session 2: Building the Future Workforce with AI and Cloud Tools
Date: Wednesday, August 6, 2025
Time: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM ET
UEDA hosted a conversation with leaders from Amazon Web Services on how AI and cloud-based technologies are shaping the future of work.
Dr. Margie Vela and Joe Briggs explored how higher ed, industry, and tech can work together to build more inclusive and future-ready talent pipelines. From educator training to workforce partnerships, this session highlighted scalable models that empower institutions to stay ahead in a rapidly changing economy.
This free webinar was part of the UEDA 2025 Pre-Summit Series and co-sponsored by Alabama A&M University.