This panel discussion will explore how professional associations and certifications can enhance the careers of analytics professionals. This session will shed light on how association memberships and certifications open doors to networking opportunities, continuous learning, career advancement, and industry recognition. Attendees will gain new insights about how active participation in professional communities and earning certifications can influence their career trajectory, marketability, and professional growth in the ever-evolving domain of analytics. This discussion is a must-attend for anyone looking to elevate their analytics career.

The use of AI has grown exponentially and reports projecting that AI could add $15 trillion to the global economy by 2030. This speed and innovative ways corporations, governments, consumers, and students are using AI is outpacing the ability to establish regulations to safeguard its use. This panel will explore how ethics can, and should, frame the use of AI by different parties. The discussion will span topics such as election concerns, consumer protections, and job loss/creation. The panel will also consider “AI for good” and ethical issues around not using AI if it can benefit humanity.