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| 9:15 AM | As the future of work rapidly evolves, technical programs are increasingly needed to fill the requirements of the labor market. Utilizing data and analytics from the labor market can help colleges and universities pinpoint exactly what skills are needed, and where their programs can improve. This session, featuring education and analytics experts, will explore the role of labor markets and the steps needed to build strong technical programs at colleges and universities around the nation. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:15 AM | While communities across the United States are receiving funding to help support opioid recovery in the wake of the opioid crisis, this funding does not come with guidelines, making it severely less effective than it should be. his session, featuring the experts behind this partnership, will explore its role in countering the effects of the opioid crisis, and the future steps that must be taken. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:15 AM | With the need for renewable energy resources and technologies in greater demand than ever, increasing supply across the United States is paramount. That’s why leading companies are investing in chip-making projects in North Carolina. Increasing the supply of these crucial technologies will help the United States to meet the demands of the growing use of technology across modern society. This session, featuring supply chains and manufacturing experts, will explore how these investments will strengthen the United States’ position as a technological leader. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1:00 PM | As technological innovation increases and supply chain difficulties continue to burden the United States, creating innovative manufacturing and supply systems is increasingly important. Balancing these with sustainability is also paramount. This session, featuring industry experts, will discuss the state of manufacturing and supply chains, and how industries are reacting to the ever changing business landscape. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2:00 PM | As a hub for biopharmaceutical research, the Research Triangle in North Carolina is the catalyst for critical medical innovations. From cutting-edge treatments, to innovative technology, organizations are creating a brighter future for the health of the nation. This session, featuring industry leaders from the Research Triangle, will explore the important work being done, and what innovations are on the horizon. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 3:00 PM | When chemistry and technology work together, medical innovation is at its most effective. That’s why the Research Triangle is a hub for some of the most important research and innovation in the United States. Organizations are working to fully leverage the power of the Research Triangle to create innovative health solutions that have immense benefits. This session will explore this crucial work, and how the Research Triangle benefits the nation as a whole. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 4:00 PM | Sustainability is more important than ever before, and in the wake of continued supply chain difficulties, leveraging digital innovation can help tackle both problems. That’s why organizations are working to maximize supply chain efficiencies, and decrease their burden on the environment. This session, featuring industry leaders, will explore how organizations can create strong, sustainable supply chains by leveraging digital innovation. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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