GTAZ Welcomes Kevin Cassidy of the International Labour Organization to Discuss the Future of Work
Global Ties Arizona, in partnership with Arizona State University’s Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law, hosted Kevin Cassidy of the United Nations’ International Labour Organization as part of the World Affairs Councils of America's 2023 Engage America: Collaborating for a Better World of Work to address global workplace trends and their impact on the Greater Phoenix labor market. The event featured two panel sessions highlighting women's employment in the post-COVID era and the use of AI in workplaces and hiring practices.
Mr. Cassidy addressed crucial economic and social issues affecting countries worldwide, including:
The role of technology in driving business transformation over the next five years
The significance of Environmental, Social, and Governance metrics in consumer and investor decision-making
Global youth employment and workforce preparation for the future
The first panel session, "Women at Work Today: Employment Gains and Obstacles," was introduced by Clare Felix, Manager of Community Engagement Strategy at the Salt River Project. Panelists Vanessa Garcia (Performant Scout), Ashley Kelly (J.P. Morgan Chase), and Marian Zapata-Rossa (Snell & Wilmer) discussed:
Strategies for women in leadership roles and navigating traditionally male-dominated spaces
Legal protections and gaps affecting women in the workplace
Overcoming challenges in corporate America and the importance of mentorship
Nick Enoch from the Arizona Labor and Employment Relations Association introduced the final panel, "AI in the Workplace: Challenges and Opportunities," featuring Dr. Charla Griffy-Brown (Thunderbird School of Global Management), Minky Kernacs (Mercurio Analytics), and Melissa Shingles (Littler Mendelson). The panelists explored:
The impact of AI and machine learning on the workforce
Approaches companies are taking to address job displacement caused by AI
Evolving regulations and policies in response to AI technologies
Global Ties Arizona extends its gratitude to Kevin Cassidy, the panelists, and collaborators for their contributions to this informative forum. If you missed the event, you can watch the recording here on the Global Ties Arizona YouTube channel.
Global Ties Arizona also thanks our venue host, ASU’s Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law, and forum sponsors, Salt River Project, Arizona LERA, and Workplace Resolutions LLC for their generous support in helping to bring this forum to our community.
