Ifeanyi Okafor

As AI continues to advance at break-neck speed, individuals, companies, and entire industries are asking the same existential question: What does the future look like in the age of AI? Drawing on both cutting-edge AI advancements and the rich lessons of past technological revolutions (such as the replacement of horses with automobiles, or the film camera with digital cameras), this session offers a forward-looking exploration of how AI will reshape industries, redefine professions, and create new opportunities. By examining historical patterns from the Industrial Revolution to the digital age, and mapping them onto today’s AI breakthroughs, we’ll illuminate the signals that separate hype from true disruption. We’ll unveil a practical framework to help individuals and organizations anticipate whether their roles are likely to be eliminated, substituted, or accelerated by AI–and how to strategically adapt. Join us to discover how to future-proof your career, harness AI’s potential, and thrive in the next era of the job market.