Econ on the Hill: NWA Workplace Needs
The modern workplace is transforming with AI (artificial intelligence) and algorithms. How do you help to prepare our students for tomorrow’s jobs?
Join the Bessie Moore Center for Economic Education and Economics Arkansas for a new evening seminar, Econ on the Hill, designed to serve the needs of NWA educators and students.
For this session, Joe Rollins from the NWA Council will share skills and knowledge the local businesses want from your students. Rob Kimbel, founder of Kimbel Mechanical will share what he looks for when hiring your students. Manny Mejia, a Walton College MBA student, will share how to develop and showcase an impressive resume. Michele Jackson, from Siloam Springs, and Dr. Rita Littrell, from the Moore Center, will share resources for your students.
Kimbel Mechanical is providing dinner and Economics Arkansas will provide 2 hours of professional development and a $25 stipend for attending. What a win, win, win and win opportunity! Well worth 2 hours of your time.
When: Monday, February 24, 2020
5:00-7:00 pm
Where: Kimbel Mechanical, 1936 N. Shiloh Drive, Suite 1, Fayetteville, AR 72704
Targeted Audience: Middle and Secondary Educators