Federation University invites you to join us for the next Ballarat Innovation Series event:

Entry-Level to Future-Ready: Creating New Pathways for Talent in an AI-Driven World
Thursday 13 August 2026
12pm – 2pm
Emerging Technologies Hub, Federation University SMB Campus, Lydiard Street South, Ballarat

Our keynote speaker, Richie Paul, Partner, AI & Enterprise Strategy at IBM Consulting, will share insights into the evolving AI landscape and what it means for organisations, educators and future workers.

Richie will be joined by a panel of industry leaders, including:
• Kate Nolan, Chief Information Officer, Grampians Health
• Erandhi Mendis, Associate Director of Government Affairs, Impact and Policy, Kyndryl A/NZ
• Rob Layton, Chief Research Officer, Ballarat Region Artificial Intelligence Network (BRAIN)

Together, they will explore:
• How AI is changing entry-level roles and career pathways
• The skills and capabilities employers are increasingly seeking
• Strategies for attracting and developing future-ready talent
• Opportunities for collaboration between industry, education and community sectors

Whether you’re an employer, educator, student, government representative or simply interested in the future of work, we encourage you to join the conversation.

Register now.