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9:15am EST

Revolutionizing Core Math + Science Classrooms 7-12 with Virtual Reality LIMITED

Monday January 20, 2025 9:15am - 10:45am EST

Oliver, Room 112

Join us for a revolutionary learning experience in Secondary Math + Science that uses virtual reality to transform student engagement, confidence and competence. Come hear from Dr. Trisha Martell, Principal and Ms. Alison DeMarco, Director of Digital Teaching and Learning, at Elizabeth Forward Middle School, what teachers and students are saying and why they feel so passionately about spatial learning with Prisms VR.

You will experience the power of immersive, embodied and kinesthetic learning, and reimagine what it means to teach and learn core Math and Science with the next generation of spatial computers for enduring long term memories.

Learning Objectives:
1. Participants will experience Embodied Learning in Secondary Math + Science with VR.
2. Participants can explain the unique opportunities in learning core math with VR.
3. Participants can lead a Prisms module in a math or science classroom.

Speakers

Alison DeMarco

Director of Digital Teaching and Learning, Elizabeth Forward School District

Katelyn Garland

Grade 8 Algebra

Dr. Trisha Martell

Principal, Elizabeth Forward School District

Beth Carr

Prisms Partnership Director, Prisms VR

Sponsors

Prisms

Prisms, founded in 2020, is pioneering efficacious learning experiences in virtual reality. Backed by the National Science Foundation and the National Institutes of Health, Prisms is the first spatial learning platform for K-12 STEM education, scaling a new way of learning core math... Read More →

Monday January 20, 2025 9:15am - 10:45am EST
Oliver, Room 112

Workshop, Create & Explore

Company Prisms VR
Audience Middle School Educators (6-8), High School Educators (9-12), Administrators, EdTech Leaders
Subject Data Driven Education, EdTech for Equity, Career Connections

10:15am EST

Connecting Communities Through Cosmic Careers LIMITED

Monday January 20, 2025 10:15am - 11:00am EST

Middle School, Room 111

Speakers:
Norton Gusky, NLG Consulting
Mike Hennessy, Moonshot Museum
Tim Powers, Streamable Media
Jacki Clymer, Quakertown School District

Connecting Communities through Cosmic Careers: This interactive presentation will focus on career opportunities in the space industry, virtual opportunities for partnerships to explore space careers, how to develop interactive activities for career exploration, and how to increase the impact of career connections by aligning experiences to standards and a common language. This session will bring together experienced three educators from the classroom, science museum, and business community to explain how they created a series of virtual interactive programs that impacted students across the United States using the RIASEC framework for career connections.

Objectives:

Attendees will learn about the vast array of career possibilities available to students in the region across the STEAM disciplines.
Attendees will explore virtual opportunities to explore space careers, and interactive activities designed for virtual instruction.
Attendees will explore how they can introduce their students to space careers while aligning to standards-based curricula.

Speakers

Tim Powers

Regional Director, US, Streamable Learning

Streamable Learning enhances K-12 education by offering live, interactive video field trips that connect classrooms with experts from around the world. Students can participate in real-time discussions, Q&A sessions, and engaging activities. With over 600 standards-aligned field trips... Read More →

Norton Gusky

Educational Technology Broker, NLG-Consulting, LLC

For over 40 years I've been an educator - teacher, CTO, and now an educational technology broker. For more look at my website:https://nlg-consulting.net/about/

Mike Hennessy

Manager of Learning & Programs, Moonshot Museum

Monday January 20, 2025 10:15am - 11:00am EST
Middle School, Room 111

Session, Engage and Connect

Company Moonshot Museum
Audience Elementary Educators (K-5), Middle School Educators (6-8, High School Educators (9-12, Educators (9-12), All grade levels (k-12), Administrators
Subject Career Connections, Emerging Tech, Space Education, World of Work

11:15am EST

Panel: Gearing Up for the Future: Stories and Strategies from Robotics Teams LIMITED

Monday January 20, 2025 11:15am - 11:55am EST

REA Auditorium

Gearing Up for the Future: Stories and Strategies from Robotics Teams

Panel discussion highlighting best pracitces from our region’s robotics team leaders and students.
Questions:

What specific skills do students gain from participating in robotics teams, and how do these skills translate to future careers or education?
(Follow-up: Can you share examples of how students have applied these skills outside the team?)
How has being part of a robotics team influenced your academic and career aspirations or help you discover new interests or paths you hadn’t considered before?
How do you balance teaching technical skills like programming and engineering with fostering soft skills like teamwork, communication, and problem-solving?
In what ways do robotics teams help students understand broader societal and ethical implications of technology, such as AI, automation, or sustainability?
What challenges do robotics teams face in ensuring students are prepared for rapidly changing technology, and how do you address these challenges?
(Follow-up: How do you stay updated with industry trends and incorporate them into team activities?)
What is your promise for the future? What are you most looking forward to for your robotics team as you look to the season ahead?
Panelists:
David Yackuboskey, FIRST Robotics

A 2021 Innovation in Education Award winner, David has a passion for providing students formative opportunities through STEM education. After earning a bachelor’s degree from Penn State University in Landscape Architecture, David served as a 2012 Teach for America Corps member in the Dallas-Fort Worth region. In Dallas, David was introduced to FIRST Robotics and has been a mentor for the past 12 years. David currently serves North Catholic High School as the Lead Mentor for FIRST Robotics Team 5740, Physics Teacher, and Dean of Academic Affairs. David is excited to discuss how robotics programs can catalyze the evolution of education at TRETC 2025.
Sarah Withee, Girls of Steel
Candi Chen, ROGO

Anna Blake, Unified Robotics
Anna teaches over 400 students from kindergarten to 5th grade each year the fundamentals of computer science and computational thinking as an Elementary Technology Integrator at the Elizabeth Forward School District. She has presented at both local and international conferences about computational thinking and Making in the elementary classroom over the past 5 years. She also sits on the Duquesne University Alumni Advisory Board and volunteers her time to help pre-service teachers prepare for their time in the classroom. In 2021, Anna received the Carnegie Science Center Award for "Most Inspiring Teacher." In addition to awards, Anna has written an Amazon book, "Capturing Creativity: 20 Easy Ways to Bring Low-Tech STEAM into Your Classroom" with her colleague, Melissa Unger. To purchase "Capturing Creativity" follow this link: https://amzn.to/3qB0nVr

Candi Chen, ROGO
Candi Chen has 25+ years of experience in Technology and Management Consulting in the U.S., Europe and Asia. She has been an active women in tech mentor since 1997 and embraced her role as a girls in STEM mentor in the last 10 years. She currently is a coach of two all-girl competitive robotics teams and a drone soccer team with the mission to inspire STEM to the next generation of problem solvers and leaders.

Tracy Smith, USC Robotics Club
Tracy Smith has been at Upper St Clair High School since 2003 where she started as a physics teacher. Prior to teaching, she was a product engineer at Chrysler with a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Lehigh University and a Master's Degree in Automotive Systems from the University of Michigan. In 2019, she started transitioning from teaching physics to helping grow robotics educational opportunities within the district. Along with developing curriculum for three levels of robotics courses, Tracy has played a large role in the development of the USC Robotics Club. This after school club has grown over the past five years to an enrollment of over 400 students this school year participating in FLL Explore (18 teams), FLL Challenge (11 teams), FTC (5 teams), and VRC (3 teams) competitions as well as K-12 non-competitive opportunities. She credits the success of the growing program to the support and dedication of students, volunteer parent coaches and mentors, community members, school administration, local businesses and generous donors. Tracy also helps facilitate the STEAM Pathway at Upper St Clair High School that encourages students to engage in STEAM opportunities through courses, career exploration, and experiential learning.

Moderator: Jimmy Lin, Vex Robotics
Dr. Jimmy Lin is the Director of Computer Science Education at VEX Robotics, where he leads curriculum research and development with a specific emphasis on computer science education. A lifelong programmer, Dr. Lin is deeply committed to the significance of computer programming education. His work lies at the interaction of learning sciences, human-computer interaction, and computer science education. An important aspect of his work is the focus on designing environments and technologies to expand access to computing, aiming to include learners from diverse and historically marginalized backgrounds. One of his major contributions is to the design of Switch blocks which is used to ease the transition for students from block-based to text-based programming.

Moderators

Jimmy Lin

Director of Computer Science Education, Vex Robotics

Dr. Jimmy Lin is the Director of Computer Science Education at VEX Robotics, where he leads curriculum research and development with a specific emphasis on computer science education. A lifelong programmer, Dr. Lin is deeply committed to the significance of computer programming... Read More →

Speakers

Justin Lauffer

Student Showcase, North Catholic Robotics Team 5740 The Trojanators

Zahra Hossain

USC Robotics Student, Upper St. Clair School District

Anna Blake

Elementary Technology Integrator, Elizabeth Forward School District

Anna teaches over 400 students from kindergarten to 5th grade each year the fundamentals of computer science and computational thinking as an Elementary Technology Integrator at the Elizabeth Forward School District. She has presented at both local and international conferences about... Read More →

David Yackuboskey

AP Physics, Dean of Academic Affairs, FRC Team 5740 Lead Mentor, North Catholic High School

Speaker Bio: A 2021 Innovation in Education Award winner, David has a passion for providing students formative opportunities through STEM education. After earning a bachelor’s degree from Penn State University in Landscape Architecture, David served as a 2012 Teach for America Corps... Read More →

Tracy Smith

USC Robotics Club, Upper St. Clair School District

Speaker Bio:Tracy Smith has been teaching Physics at Upper St Clair High School since 2003. Last year, her courses grew to include robotics education. With a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Lehigh University and a Master's Degree in Automotive Systems from the University... Read More →

Maya Guizzi

ROGO (Robotics Offering Girls Opportunities) Co-Captain, USC Robotics Outreach Coordinator, Upper St. Clair School District

Sarah Withee

Lead Mentor, Girls of Steel

Lily Tang

Girls of Steel Robotics

Candi Chen

Lead Coach/Mentor, ROGO

Candi Chen has 25+ years of experience in Technology and Management Consulting in the U.S., Europe and Asia. She has been an active women in tech mentor since 1997 and embraced her role as a girls in STEM mentor in the last 10 years. She currently is a coach of two all-girl competitive... Read More →

Exhibitors

Sofia Alfredson-Themudo

ROGO (Robotics Offering Girls Opportunities)

Monday January 20, 2025 11:15am - 11:55am EST
REA Auditorium

Panel Discussion, Engage & Connect

Audience Appropriate for All
Subject Career Connections, Ethics in AI, Integrating AI into the Classroom, Robotics & Coding, Emerging Tech, ESports and Gamificaiton

12:00pm EST

Innovation Hall: Exhibitor, Vendor, Poster Sessions, and Student Showcase

Monday January 20, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm EST

Snyder Gym

Earn TRETC Cash for just entering the Innovation Hall! Then collect more TRETC Cash as you visit each table. There is SO much to explore. You will use your TRETC cash at the TRETC Auction in the REA Auditorium at the end of the day!

Also,jump in and join the Goosechase!
https://goosechase.com/uses/education

Sponsors:
Fluxspace, Erin Whitaker
Point Park University, Abby Kneuss
Penn State University Extension, Matthew Crutchman
Eduaide, Thomas Thompson
College in High School, University of Pittsburgh, Lesa Skukan
American College of Education
Prisms, Beth Carr
XYCOM, Chad Hill, Sean Davis
Duolingo, Sean Bueford, Kendra Janelle Ross
DQE Communications, Remy Bibaud
Wisdom K12, CR Knight
Play Piper, Chris Bouman
Vex Robotics, AJ Nehme
Steelcase, Doug Rieger
Pittsburgh Opera, Wendy Parkulo
Sphero, Lindsay DeLong
Catalyst Connection, Scott Dietz, Heather Kusenko
Allegheny Education Systems, Melissa Charlson
Howard Industries, Inc, Neal Newmark
ThinkSync, Vince Duffy
Typesy, Matthew Strine
PAECT, Dominic Salvucci
Magic School, Kendall Howard
Goosechase, Zee Poerio

Student Showcase Exhibitors:
Band of Steel
Crohn’s Care Alliance
Girl Scouts Troop 28845
Girls of Steel Robotics
L.A.U.N.C.H.
North Catholic Robotics Team 5740 The Trojanators
Psyche & Cycle
Quasics Robotics
ROGO (Robotics Offering Girls Opportunities)
S.A.F.E. Club
Spark
United Drone Adventures
USC Robotics Club

Poster Sessions Presented By:
Ewrin Czerwinksi, CMU: Truly Useful Data Analysis: Lessons of CMU Learning Engineering
Hunter Dyer, Chatham University
Steven Maker, Beaver Area School District, The Magic Behind MagicSchool
Justin Starr, CCAC, Free Pathways to Implementing Industry Recognized Credentials
Kelsey Kman, NCWIT C4C, Fail Forward Mindset
Damola Idowu,Toyz Electronics Inc, TOYZSTEAM Empowering Gen Z To Be What They Want to Be
Rob Cierniakoski, Crawford Central School District, Leveling Up with Gaming: Students Build PCs to Develop Tech Skills
Melissa Krenzer, Grove City Area School District, Math in Space- My Gamified 6th Grade Math Class
Craig Wetzel, Keystone Oaks School District, Incorporating Entrepreneurship and Technology Education Through a Student Run Business

Sponsors

Allegheny Education Systems

Catalyst Connection

DQE Communications

Duolingo

Eduaide.Ai

Fluxspace

The mission of Fluxspace is to revolutionize learning environments and help educators understand the innovative programs, products, experiences, and mindsets that should take place in them.

Goosechase

Jump in and join the TRETC goosechase!https://goosechase.com/uses/education

Howard Industries, Inc

Kenall Howard

Sr. Events and Partnership Manager, Magic School Ai

Teachers are overworked and burnt out.More than four in ten K-12 teachers in the U.S. (44%) say they "always" or "very often" feel burnt out at work—outpacing all other industries nationally. (Gallup)At the core of teaching is interacting with a child to help them grow—a deeply... Read More →

PAECT

PAECT is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, volunteer-led organization supporting and speaking for educational technology in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Our members consist of classroom faculty, educational technologists, librarians, school administrators and technology directors, spanning... Read More →

Penn State Extension

Pitt College in High School

Pittsburgh Opera

Play Piper

We founded Piper in 2014 with a simple vision: to create experiences around learning with technology that are hands-on, effective, and fun. Since then, Piper has grown into an award-winning EdTech company based in San Francisco, CA committed to providing quality STEAM educational... Read More →

Point Park University

Prisms

Sphero

Steelcase

ThinkSync

Typesy

The premium keyboarding program for education!Fast typing and computer skillsImproves state test resultsOver 16,507 standards-aligned lessonsStudents type and boost literacyTyping is an essential skill for every student.You have probably heard about the push to teach keyboarding (typing... Read More →

Vex Robotics

WisdomK12

XYCOM

Redefining What It Means To Be Connected.What do we do? We make technology work for businesses large and small. We like to call it technology construction because on the commercial level we fall between the IT guy and the electricians.Our team handles the installation, management... Read More →

Monday January 20, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm EST
Snyder Gym

Booth Showcase

Audience Appropriate for All
Subject AI for All (SEL), Career Connections, Computational Thinking Pathway, Data Driven Education, Design Thinking, EdTech Accessibility, EdTech for Equity, Effective Assessment Strategies, Emerging Tech, Ethics in AI, Inclusive Education Through Technology, Integrating A

12:50pm EST

Innovation Hall: Lighting Talks

Monday January 20, 2025 12:50pm - 1:45pm EST

Snyder Gym

Earn TRETC Cash for just entering the Innovation Hall! Then collect more TRETC Cash as you visit each table. There is SO much to explore. You will use your TRETC cash at the TRETC Auction in the REA Auditorium at the end of the day!
Earn TRETC Cash for just entering the Innovation Hall! Then collect more TRETC Cash as you visit each table. There is SO much to explore. You will use your TRETC cash at the TRETC Auction in the REA Auditorium at the end of the day!

Also,jump in and join the Goosechase!
https://goosechase.com/uses/education

Sponsors:
Fluxspace, Erin Whitaker
Point Park University, Abby Kneuss
Penn State University Extension, Matthew Crutchman
Eduaide, Thomas Thompson
College in High School, University of Pittsburgh, Lesa Skukan
American College of Education
Prisms, Beth Carr
XYCOM, Chad Hill, Sean Davis
Duolingo, Sean Bueford, Kendra Janelle Ross
DQE Communications, Remy Bibaud
Wisdom K12, CR Knight
Play Piper, Chris Bouman
Vex Robotics, AJ Nehme
Steelcase, Doug Rieger
Pittsburgh Opera, Wendy Parkulo
Sphero, Lindsay DeLong
Catalyst Connection, Scott Dietz, Heather Kusenko
Allegheny Education Systems, Melissa Charlson
Howard Industries, Inc, Neal Newmark
ThinkSync, Vince Duffy
Typesy, Matthew Strine
PAECT, Dominic Salvucci
Magic School, Kendall Howard
Goosechase, Zee Poerio

Student Showcase Exhibitors:
Band of Steel
Crohn’s Care Alliance
Girl Scouts Troop 28845
Girls of Steel Robotics
L.A.U.N.C.H.
North Catholic Robotics Team 5740 The Trojanators
Psyche & Cycle
Quasics Robotics
ROGO (Robotics Offering Girls Opportunities)
S.A.F.E. Club
Spark
United Drone Adventures

Poster Sessions Presented By:
Ewrin Czerwinksi, CMU: Truly Useful Data Analysis: Lessons of CMU Learning Engineering
Hunter Dyer, Chatham University
Steven Maker, Beaver Area School District, The Magic Behind MagicSchool
Justin Starr, CCAC, Free Pathways to Implementing Industry Recognized Credentials
Kelsey Kman, NCWIT C4C, Fail Forward Mindset
Damola Idowu,Toyz Electronics Inc, TOYZSTEAM Empowering Gen Z To Be What They Want to Be
Rob Cierniakoski, Crawford Central School District, Leveling Up with Gaming: Students Build PCs to Develop Tech Skills
Melissa Krenzer, Grove City Area School District, Math in Space- My Gamified 6th Grade Math Class
Craig Wetzel, Keystone Oaks School District, Incorporating Entrepreneurship and Technology Education Through a Student Run Business

Sponsors

Allegheny Education Systems

Catalyst Connection

DQE Communications

Duolingo

Eduaide.Ai

Fluxspace

The mission of Fluxspace is to revolutionize learning environments and help educators understand the innovative programs, products, experiences, and mindsets that should take place in them.

Goosechase

Jump in and join the TRETC goosechase!https://goosechase.com/uses/education

Howard Industries, Inc

Kenall Howard

Sr. Events and Partnership Manager, Magic School Ai

PAECT

Penn State Extension

Pitt College in High School

Pittsburgh Opera

Play Piper

Point Park University

Prisms

Sphero

Steelcase

ThinkSync

Typesy

Vex Robotics

WisdomK12

XYCOM

Monday January 20, 2025 12:50pm - 1:45pm EST
Snyder Gym

Booth Showcase, Create and Explore

Audience Appropriate for All
Subject AI for All (SEL), Career Connections, Computational Thinking Pathway, Data Driven Education, Design Thinking, EdTech Accessibility, EdTech for Equity, Effective Assessment Strategies, Emerging Tech, Ethics in AI, Inclusive Education Through Technology, Integrating A

1:45pm EST

Empowering the Future Workforce

Monday January 20, 2025 1:45pm - 2:30pm EST

Middle School, Room 101

The L.A.U.N.C.H. (Learn, Aspire, Understand, Navigate, Connect, Highlight) program, Neighborhood Learning Alliance, and STEM Coding Lab are teaming up to share innovative strategies for preparing students to enter the workforce. This collaborative presentation will focus on how career exploration, soft skill development, and breaking down barriers can empower students to thrive in their future careers. Attendees will hear inspiring success stories from past participants and gain practical insights to support students in navigating their pathways to success.

Learning Objectives:
1. Discover the impactful work of L.A.U.N.C.H., Neighborhood Learning Alliance, and STEM Coding Lab, as told through the experiences of program alumni.
2. Gain actionable strategies to equip students with critical skills for success in the growing technology-driven workforce.
3. Explore methods to address and overcome barriers that limit students’ access to career opportunities, fostering equitable pathways to success.

Speakers

Rafalene Costanza

Director, Workforce of the Future, Pittsburgh Technology Council

Kashif Henderson

Executive Director, Neighborhood Learning Alliance

Maya Smallwood

System Analyst, University of Pittsburgh (HSU Alumni)

Tyler Hayes

Customer Success Manager, University of Pittsburgh

Jeremy Mayhew

Engagement Leader, University of Pittsburgh

Cheyenne Mitchell

NLA HSU current student and University of Pittsburgh IT intern

Jason Hivner

Program Director, STEM Coding Lab

Monday January 20, 2025 1:45pm - 2:30pm EST
Middle School, Room 101

Session, Listen & Learn

Company Pittsburgh Technology Council
Audience High School Educators (9-12), EdTech Leaders
Subject Career Connections

2:15pm EST

Panel: The Ai Transformation LIMITED

Monday January 20, 2025 2:15pm - 2:55pm EST

Gregg Theater (Below the Cafeteria)

For the last panel of the day, we will dig into the world of industry and how artificial intelligence and computational thinking is changing the world of work.
Moderartor: Audrey Russo, CEO President of the Pittsburgh Technology Company
Panelists:
Dr. Hooman Rashidi, Executive Director of CPACE, Executive Vice Chair of Computational Pathology, and Associate Dean of AI in Medicine, Univ. of Pittsburgh
Allison Zeppuhar Snyder, Global Enterprise Solutions Engineer, Cisco
Ken Ramoutar, CMO, Lucas Systems
Andrew Kim, Research + Innovation Director, North America, Steelcase

Questions:

How has AI influenced your industry’s approach to problem-solving and decision-making, and what parallels do you see for educators in leveraging AI in their classrooms?

What specific AI tools or applications have become indispensable in your work, and how might similar technologies enhance the teaching and learning experience?

3. In your experience, how has AI reshaped collaboration and communication within teams or across industries, and how do you envision these changes impacting educational institutions?
4. What challenges or ethical considerations have emerged as AI has become integrated into your field, and what lessons can educators draw from your experiences to prepare students for an AI-driven future?

Looking ahead, what skills or competencies do you believe will be most valuable in an AI-augmented workforce, and how can educators effectively prepare students to develop these skills?
Lightning Round to close session - 30 second for each panelist

What is your promise or hope for the future within the Ai Transformation?

The Ai Transformation
Moderator: Audrey Russo, President and CEO, Pittsburgh Technology Council

Panelists:
Allison Zeppuhar Snyder, Global Enterprise Solutions, Cisco
“Allison Zeppuhar Snyder is a Solutions Engineer at Cisco Systems where she architects and consults on network solutions for major global enterprises based in Pittsburgh, PA. With an MBA from the University of Pittsburgh specializing in Leading People in Organizations, she combines business acumen with deep technical expertise validated by five technical industry certifications: CCNP, CCDP, CCNA, CCDA, and Devnet Associate.

At the forefront of emerging technologies, Allison has established herself as a thought leader in infrastructure and connectivity solutions for AI and, more recently, quantum applications. Throughout 2024, she has spearheaded initiatives and delivered expert presentations on Generative AI, focusing on crucial aspects of infrastructure, connectivity, and security across Cisco, its partners, and its customers. “

Dr. Hooman Rashidi, Executive Director of CPACE, Executive Vice Chair of Computational Pathology, and Associate Dean of AI in Medicine, Univ. of Pittsburgh

Dr. Rashidi is a physician scientist, inventor of several established and validated Machine learning Platforms (e.g. MILO Auto-ML, STNG, Pitt-GPT, etc.) and a prolific author. He is the Associate Dean of AI in Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh SOM, Professor & Executive Vice Chair of Computational Pathology and the Executive Director of CPACE (Computational Pathology & Ai Center of Excellence, a joint UPitt/UPMC venture). In light of his extensive background and experience in the machine learning realm, he continues to create innovative new tools and resources along with publishing best practice guidelines that improve clinical practice, research, and education.

He is also a committed educator with numerous teaching awards and well-established educational Apps. His efforts in the AI-ML & digital space are internationally recognized, as evidenced by his numerous continuous invited talks, editorial & reviewer roles, numerous published key invited review articles & his continued national committee roles.

Please reference this 7 part review for more information:

https://www.modernpathology.org/article/S0893-3952(24)00253-9/fulltext

Ken Ramoutar, CMO, Lucas Systems
Ken Ramoutar is CMO at Lucas Systems, which helps companies transform their distribution center by dramatically increasing worker productivity, operational agility, and customer and worker satisfaction using speech recognition and AI optimization technologies. In his 25 years of customer centric roles in supply chain software and consulting, Ken has navigated companies through uncertainty and volatility as a thought leader and change agent. Prior to Lucas, he was SVP and Global Head of Customer Experience for a $3B Accenture and Microsoft-owned company, and he has held leadership roles at IBM, Sterling Commerce, and SAP/Ariba. Ken has a B.S. Aeronautical Engineering from the University of Illinois, and an MBA from Carnegie Mellon Tepper School of Business.

Andrew Kim, Research + Innovation Director, North America, Steelcase
Andrew Kim is a Director in WorkSpace Futures for Steelcase Inc, the global leader in the contract furniture industry. His curiosity and passion revolve around exploring the intersection of social behaviors, the built environment and technology. His research activities have covered topics such as augmented environments, hybrid learning experiences, and immersive learning. With more than twenty years of experience developing products and services, Andrew has spoken at conferences such as EDspaces, Educause, Society for College and University Planning, and Learning Environments for Tomorrow at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. He has also collaborated with institutions including the MIT Media Lab, Virginia Tech Institute for Creativity, Arts and Technology, and the University of Melbourne, Learning Environments Applied Research Network.

Moderators

Audrey Russo

Sr. Dir. for Industry Networks, Pittsburgh Technology Council

Since 2007, Audrey Russo has led the technology business sector for SWPA as President & CEO of the Pittsburgh Technology Council, the oldest & largest technology trade association in North America. Russo facilitates strong interaction across all sectors of the economy. She has an... Read More →

Speakers

Ken Ramoutar

Chief Marketing Officer, Lucas Systems

Ken Ramoutar is CMO at Lucas Systems, which helps companies transform their distribution center by dramatically increasing worker productivity, operational agility, and customer and worker satisfaction using speech recognition and AI optimization technologies. In his 25 years of customer centric roles in supply chain software and consulting, Ken has navigated companies through uncertainty and volatility as a thought leader and change agent. Prior to Lucas, he was SVP and Global Head of Customer Experience for a $3B Accent... Read More →

Dr. Hooman Rashidi

Executive Director of CPACE, Executive Vice Chair of Computational Pathology, and Associate Dean of AI in Medicine, Univ. of Pittsburgh, University of Pittsburgh and UPMC

Allison Zeppuhar Snyder

Enterprise Solutions Engineer, Cisco Systems, Inc

Allison Zeppuhar Snyder is a Solutions Engineer at Cisco Systems where she architects and consults on network solutions for major global enterprises based in Pittsburgh, PA. With an MBA from the University of Pittsburgh specializing in Leading People in Organizations, she combines... Read More →

Andrew Kim

Design Research Director, North America, Steelcase

Monday January 20, 2025 2:15pm - 2:55pm EST
Gregg Theater (Below the Cafeteria)

Panel Discussion, Engage & Connect

Audience Appropriate for All
Subject Career Connections, Ethics in AI, Integrating AI into the Classroom

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