Are your meetings truly collaborative in today’s hybrid world of work?  Meeting spaces may differ, but your needs remain the same – effective and productive collaboration.  The hybrid workplace requires solutions with high fidelity audio and intelligent video.  Learn how today’s technology ensures every meeting is an equitable, engaging and inclusive experience for everyone. 

Rodney Holum, also recognized as the “Buttkicker of Cyber Criminals,” is an acclaimed speaker with national recognition, an accomplished author with mulitple books in cyber security and artificial intelligence (AI), and the visionary CEOcelebrated on the Inc 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing companies multiple times.

With a passion for empowering small to medium-sized businesses, Rodney dedicates his expertise to devising practical strategies for integrating robust cyber security measures and cutting-edge AI technologies into their operations. His work predominantly involves collaborating with CEOs to seamlessly incorporate these critical advancements into their business strategies, enhancing efficiency, security, and innovation.

Rodney’s approachable style and profound insights into the challenges and opportunities facing today’s enterprises make him a valuable asset to any business looking to thrive in an increasingly digital world.

Are your meetings truly collaborative in today’s hybrid world of work?  Meeting spaces may differ, but your needs remain the same – effective and productive collaboration.  The hybrid workplace requires solutions with high fidelity audio and intelligent video.  Learn how today’s technology ensures every meeting is an equitable, engaging and inclusive experience for everyone. 

Bryan Werner is the President and Director of Business Development at Advanced Multimedia Solutions. Founded in 2007, AMS provides design, installation, and support for Audio/Video and Technology needs with the Right People, Right Products and Right Approach. Bryan grew up in La Crosse and currently resides in Holmen with his amazing wife and three beautiful daughters. When not at work, Bryan enjoys traveling, cooking, entertaining and just about anything outdoors: backpacking, downhill skiing, camping, fishing, and more.

Have you ever wondered what excellent companies do to attract, recruit, and retain their top talent? Learn what these companies have in common that allow them to excel year after year.

Teresa Pierce has served as the Executive Director of Workforce Connections, Inc. since Sept of 2012. Prior to becoming the Executive Director, she was the organization’s Director of Operations providing leadership, accountability, project management and program direction for numerous programs in western Wisconsin.  She is well versed in employment and training practices including welfare reform, job training, workforce development, strategic endeavors, and intergenerational human resource practices and trends. As a leader in non-profit development, Teresa holds a Masters Degree in Business Administration from Viterbo College; and is a past member of the Monroe County Board of Supervisors. Her family owns and operates a farm in northern Monroe County.

Western WI regional K12 schools are ever changing; but now more than ever schools and regional employers/organizations need to both understand the role they play in this new opportunity for talent development! Regional high schools have become the growing “gold rush” for talent!  How do regional employers take advantage of new programs?  How do employers say “YES” we want in! Join this breakout to hear from a panel of K12 professionals to explain what student career planning looks like in our schools in which employers play a vital role.

Currently serving as Business Services Coordinator for the Western Technical College BIS and Western WI Workforce Development Board, Kevin works with employers and steering committees throughout western WI to develop strategic pipelines to find employees of all skill levels.  Kevin’s experience in Midwest economic impact tourism roles, leading a WI Chamber of Commerce, serving on the WMC Chamber State Board, AAU Basketball & USA Volleyball club coaching, and implementing regional workforce strategies allows him to understand the K12 student and why they have to be part of all employers workforce strategies.

Prior to accepting a position at CESA 4, Amanda spent eight years in education, six of which were spent teaching middle and high school Business education, with a focus on entrepreneurship, financial literacy and career-based learning programming. Currently, she serves as the director of Career and Technical Education, Regional Career Pathways Regional Coordinator, CESA 4 Academic & Career Pathways Coordinator, and the Mississippi Valley CESA 4 Youth Apprenticeship Regional Coordinator. Her experiences have provided her many opportunities to present statewide to education and employer groups on a wide variety of college and career readiness initiatives. Her passion is collaborating with community stakeholders to develop high-quality career pathways to help students start on a successful path toward rewarding careers, while simultaneously developing a strong pipeline of talent to benefit the extraordinary employers in our region.

Britta Rotering is the Supervisor of Career & Technical Education for the School District of La Crosse.  Britta has spent 21 years in education, 14 of which were spent as a middle and high school Family & Consumer Sciences educator, and leading school-to-career programming for school districts in Western Wisconsin. Since leaving the classroom, Britta has served as a School District CTE (Career & Technical Education) Administrator. Britta leads CTE Programming, Academic & Career Planning, and Career Pathway Development, She is the Administrator of the La Crosse School District Engineering, Health Science, Architecture & Construction, and Culinary Arts Academies. Britta’s role also includes directing the La Crosse Youth Apprenticeship Consortium, which has been very successful in creating strong youth apprenticeship partnerships, bridges to registered apprenticeship, and crosswalked youth apprenticeship programs for dual credit attainment.  She is passionate about creating strong partnerships between our K-12 school system, our students, and La Crosse Area Businesses. Britta also serves as an adjunct professor at the University of  Wisconsin- Stevens Point in the master of education program.  

Isaac Mezera, K-12 Partnerships Manager at Western Technical College, is a seasoned education professional with 20 years of experience as a high school English teacher. Since June 2021, Isaac has been instrumental in building relationships with K-12 partners, developing dual credit options, and facilitating collaboration among K12 Districts, area business and industry, and Western faculty and staff. His student-centered and forward-thinking approach aims to improve access to dual credit programs and experiences for all students, making him a valuable asset in shaping educational partnerships.