Future of Work Symposium

In 2025, the Future of Work Symposium continues its exploration of the evolving world of work—how, why, and where it happens. This free event brings together creative leaders, innovators, and professionals from across industries to discuss how work, the workforce, and the workplace are being redefined.

This year’s theme highlights how individuals are shaping meaningful careers that align with their skills, values, and ambitions—through entrepreneurship, freelancing, gig work, and corporate innovation. Conversations will delve into:

• The rise of independent, flexible, and purpose-driven careers

• Strategies for aligning work with personal and professional values

• The impact of automation, AI, and the creator economy

• How to future-proof careers through lifelong learning and adaptability

Join UNO for our next conversation, September 17, 2025 | 9 A.M. to 12:05 P.M. | Barbara Weitz Community Engagement Center (CEC).

Featuring a keynote address from Genevieve Custer Weeks, Founder and CEO of Tutu School.

Event Schedule:

Welcome & Keynote Address (Genevieve Custer Weeks, Founder and CEO, Tutu School) - 9:00-9:50 AM

Leadership Remarks (Chancellor Joanne Li, University of Nebraska at Omaha) - 9:50-10:10 AM

Panel Discussion: Redesigning Your Career with an Entrepreneurial Approach - 10:10-10:50 AM

Break - 10:50-11:00 AM

Breakout Sessions - 11:00-12:05 PM

Parking Information:

Meetings and event guests park in Lot E. Please use the information provided here to ensure you get to Lot E and not another location or parking lot on the side or back of the building.

• Google Maps Link (directly at Lot E entrance)

Get to Lot E Traveling East on Dodge:

• The best access point for traveling this route is just after 67th and Dodge Street. You will turn right after UNO's Thompson Alumni Center, on University Dr W.
• Then turn left on South University Dr Rd N.
• This will lead you to the entrance for Lot E (on your right).

Get to Lot E Traveling West on Dodge:

• The best access point for traveling this route is just after 67th and Dodge Street. You will turn left near Elmwood Park on University Dr E.
• Then turn left on S University Dr R North.
• This will lead you to the entrance for Lot E (on your left).

Download CEC Guest Parking Map

Keynote, Panelists & Facilitators:

Keynote Speaker and Panelists
	Keynote Speaker & Panelist: Genevieve Custer Weeks Founder and CEO Tutu School
	Moderator & Panelist: Dr. Joanne Li Chancellor University of Nebraska at Omaha
	Moderator & Panelist: Dr. Erin Bass Executive Director University of Nebraska at Omaha
	Panelist: Emiliano Lerda Co-Founder & CEO Elevator
	Panelist: April Hibbler Executive Program Lead, Nebraska Opportunity Exchange Urban League of Nebraska
	Panelist: Alan Tipp Co-founder MTRLobjects
	Panelist: Rick Knudtson Co-founder & CEO Workshop
	Breakout Facilitator: Cassie Mallette Program Manager for the AI Learning Lab and Senior Instructional Designer University of Nebraska at Omaha
	Breakout Facilitator: Ashley Smith First National Bank of Omaha
	Breakout Facilitator: Mary Kyle First National Bank of Omaha
	Breakout Facilitator: Myah Lanoux-Nguyen Senior Director of Strategy and Operations University of Nebraska at Omaha
	Breakout Facilitator: Dr. Brent Clark Associate Director, Center for Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Franchising Management University of Nebraska at Omaha
	Breakout Facilitator: Scott Henderson General Partner NMotion
	Breakout Facilitator: Tyler Scherr, PhD Licensing Specialist & Business Development Manager UNeMed
	Breakout Facilitator: Dr. Leif Lundmark Management, Associate Professor University of Nebraska at Omaha

If you have any questions about the event or future sessions of this symposium series, please contact Dr. Erin Bass, Executive Director at the Center for Competencies, Skills, and Workforce Development, at aebass@unomaha.edu.