📅 November 16, 2026
Almost 70% of U.S. employers report difficulty filling roles, with AI skills surpassing all other skill categories for the first time.
As AI reshapes employer expectations, professional roles, and the skills graduates need, colleges are under growing pressure to respond – but the question is how.
The challenge is knowing where to focus, what to prioritize, and how to build an approach that remains relevant as AI continues to evolve.
In this webinar, we’ll explore five smart ways colleges can respond to AI, along with the strategic decisions institutions should consider when shaping an AI-ready academic offering.
Webinar Highlights
AI & the Job Market
How AI is changing jobs and the skills employers seek in graduates
Building an AI Strategy
Why colleges need a strong strategy for responding to AI
Key Strategic Decisions
What institutions should consider before investing in AI
5 Practical Approaches
Five ways colleges can strengthen their response to AI
Meet Our Speakers:
Dr. Gabriela Rosu – Dean of Instruction at Chandler Gilbert Community College
Gabriela is a higher education leader specializing in AI, cybersecurity, and workforce development. She spearheaded the implementation of the first undergraduate degree program in AI and ML in the USA, recognized with the Arizona Governor’s Innovation Award for AI. Gabirela has also contributed to national AI consortia and helped secure over $30 million in grants and investments. Her work focuses on aligning education with industry needs. Gabriela holds an EdD in Higher Education Administration from the American College of Education.
Dr. Pedro Santos – Executive Director of Emerging Tech at Miami Dade College
Pedro has over a decade of experience in educational and technological leadership, integrating emerging technologies into higher education. He develops innovative academic programs, builds industry partnerships, and collaborates with faculty to align curricula with evolving workforce needs. His work includes expanding access to AI education and preparing students for technology-driven careers. Pedro holds a Master’s degree in Management Information Systems and a DBA from Florida International University.
Moderator: Oded Israeli, CMO and Head of AI Programs at Wawiwa
Oded is an AI evangelist since the onset of the AI revolution in 2022. He boasts over two decades of expertise in marketing, strategy, and product management across both large enterprises and successful startups. Oded also advised Fortune 500 companies as a Strategy Consultant at the Boston Consulting Group, and founded several companies as an entrepreneur. Oded holds LL.B. and LL.M. degrees (cum laude) from Tel Aviv University and an MBA from INSEAD Business School.
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November 16, 2026
11:00 AM ET / 6:00 PM Israel
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