The modern workplace is transforming with AI and algorithms.  How do you help to prepare Arkansas students for tomorrow’s jobs?  Join the Bessie Moore Center for Economic Education for a new evening seminar series, Econ on the Hill, designed to serve the needs of NWA educators and students.  For this session, Joe Rollins from the Northwest Arkansas Council, will share skills and knowledge the local businesses want from your students.  Rob Kimbel, founder of Kimbel Mechanical Systems will share what he looks for when hiring your students.  There are some great opportunities at Kimbel Mechanical.  Manny Mejia, a Walton College MBA student, will share how to develop and showcase an impressive resume.  Michele Jackson, Siloam Springs teacher, and Dr. Rita Littrell, director of the Moore Center, will share resources for your students.  Kimbel Mechanical is providing dinner and Economics Arkansas will pay your $25 stipend for attending.  What a win – win – win – win opportunity!  Well worth 2 hours of your time on a Monday evening.

What: Econ on the Hill: NWA Workplace Needs
When: Monday, February 24th, 2020 — 5 to 7

Where: Kimbel Mechanical, 1936 N. Shiloh Drive Ste.1, Fayetteville, AR 72704

Why: Increase your knowledge and prepare your students; resources for your classes

For Whom: Middle and Secondary Educators – 30 accepted

To Register: https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=399553 

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