Focus on Outcomes
Welcome to "Focus on Outcomes," Elevity's podcast where we spotlight organizations making a positive impact in their communities. Each episode features candid conversations with leaders from various industries, including nonprofits and for-profit organizations, to uncover the outcomes of their work and the real-world impact they create. Hosted by Elevity’s Jeff Dotzler, the podcast dives into thought-provoking discussions about challenges, innovations, and successes in the managed services space and beyond.
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Focus on Outcomes
AI for All: How Applied AI Lab is Building the Future of Tech Talent
In this episode of Focus on Outcomes, we sit down with Sarah Buszka, Director of the Applied AI Lab at Waukesha County Technical College (WCTC) and an internationally recognized leader in AI strategy, education, and innovation.
What we cover:
- Why Wisconsin is becoming a rising AI hub (hello, Silicon Prairie!)
- How the Applied AI Lab is helping small and mid-sized businesses adopt AI tools and strategy
- AI-powered accelerator programs for entrepreneurs (including partnerships with gener8tor)
- What it takes to build ethical and responsible AI practices in a fast-changing world
- Sarah’s vision for applied learning and workforce development in tech
Whether you're an educator, innovator, startup founder, or simply curious about the future of artificial intelligence in the Midwest, this conversation will give you both practical insights and big-picture perspective.
Plus: Learn how WCTC is using supercomputing resources, real-world training, and AI degree programs to fuel local talent and transform the regional economy.