Beyond Automation: Why Human Connection Matters in an AI-Driven Workforce

AI is transforming how organizations work, communicate, and serve customers — but technology alone does not create trust. As automation, AI tools, and data-driven decision-making become part of everyday work, the organizations that thrive will be those that combine technology with strong human judgment, communication, empathy, and customer focus. This session explores how AI is changing the workforce, where it creates opportunity, the challenges employees and leaders face, and what organizations can do to build AI literacy and confidence. Participants will also examine where technology should handle transactions and where human expertise remains essential to helping customers understand complexity, make decisions, and feel confident in the outcome.

Panelists:

• Nate Gardner – S360
• Marla Markoff – Insperity
• Evan Landry – Comm Link
• Mike Abernathy - Facilitator