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Intersection of Talent + Technology

EXECUTIVE BUSINESS FORUM TAILORED FOR NORTHSHORE DECISION MAKERS

Running a business in 2024 can be challenging. Whether you are selfemployed, a small business owner or operate a business with a vast number of employees, information is the key to making successful decisions.

The Southeastern Louisiana University College of Business will help bring critical information to the Northshore as they launch their inaugural “Intersection of Talent + Technology” Executive Business Forum which is scheduled for Thursday, April 25, 2024, at the Castine Center in Mandeville.

“Our Executive Business Forum is designed for decision makers on the Northshore with information our business leaders need to navigate in the future,” said Dr. Tará Lopez, the Dean of the College of Business. “Our presenters will take national business issues and tailor the information for Northshore businesses.”

The Business Forum will present helpful and practical information with a focus on “Talent, Technology, and the Economy.” The slate of speakers includes Louisiana Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple and nationally recognized economist, Ted Abernathy, as well as others.

When asked what specific challenges Northshore businesses are facing in 2024, Dr. Lopez says that AI and talent recruitment, and retaining employees are areas that are critical in the upcoming year.

Key Discussions & Insights

• Navigating and Using AI

• Regional Concerns

• Talent Recuitment

• Retaining Workforce

To provide answers to those concerns there will be topic experts to share their wisdom on ways to navigate and use AI. As well as a heavy focus on talent recruitment, retention, and training.

“Since the Southeastern College of Business is working with and educating the future business leaders for our region and state, we have an insight to what new employees are desiring in the workforce. This is one of the reasons our Executive Business Forum will be so dynamic.”

Sponsorships are available for companies wishing to have more exposure with Northshore business leaders and the Southeastern College of Business.

“We’re looking forward to our Executive Business Forum. We feel we are providing critical information for businesses in our region, and we know this forum will continue to grow for years to come. We encourage businesses to contact us for details on sponsoring or attending the forum”

— Dr. Tará Lopez

Southeastern Louisiana University College of Business - April 25, 2024

More information - 985.549.2258 or visit southeastern.edu/businessforum