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Closing the Talent Gap
The Upstate Talent Forum is a dynamic, two-day forum hosted by USC Upstate, bringing together leaders in industry and education to help shape the region’s workforce future. Engage in interactive sessions and thought-provoking panels discussing critical issues facing South Carolina and the Upstate region.
Join us for the second annual event, where we’ll explore innovative strategies for integrating AI into education and workforce development, shaping a smarter future for our students and communities.
What to Expect:
- Visionary Leaders: Gain insights from top experts on workforce development and AI’s impact on our economy.
- Interactive Sessions: Engage in collaborative workshops with actionable takeaways.
- Enhanced Experience: Building on last year’s success, expect even greater value and networking.
2024 Speakers
Bennie L. Harris, Ph.D.
Chancellor
USC Upstate
Matt Sigelman
President
Burning Glass Institute
John Uprichard
CEO
Find Great People
Schedule of Events
Day One
Tuesday, October 8
Welcome Reception
5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Day Two
Wednesday, October 9
8:00 a.m.
Continental Breakfast and Registration
8:30 a.m.
Opening Remarks – Dr. Bennie Harris, Chancellor
9:00 a.m.
Morning Sessions
12:00 p.m.
Lunch
1:30 p.m.
Afternoon Sessions
4:30 p.m.
Closing Remarks
5:00 p.m.
Conference Concludes
More schedule details and additional speaker information will be available soon. Registered attendants will also receive event information via email.
Talent Pledge Framework
USC Upstate contracted Lightcast to assist in developing the Upstate Talent Pledge. Through breakout sessions, the first event resulted in findings available here in the Talent Pledge Framework. The framework also includes collective actions for employers and the university.
