Unlock the secrets to building an inclusive AI workforce! In this episode of Democratizing AI Talent, Sanjay Puri (Chairman/Founder, RegulatingAI) breaks down how policy, innovation, and a focus on equity can transform opportunities for aspiring AI professionals across regions and industries.

▶️ What You’ll Learn:
~ Why diversifying AI talent is critical for the industry’s future
~ How policy decisions can support education, accessibility, and local innovation
~ The risks of hyper-concentration in tech “zip codes”
~ Success stories from non-traditional AI adopters: manufacturing, healthcare, retail
~ Actionable solutions for rebuilding talent pipelines—community colleges, online upskilling, open-source, K-12 initiatives

Who Should Watch:
~ Students and professionals pursuing AI careers
~ Policymakers and educators
~ Business leaders driving tech adoption
~ Creators passionate about equity in tech

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Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction & Host Welcome
01:30 – Why Democratizing AI Talent Matters
04:20 – Policy Barriers & Technology Gaps
07:00 – Equity Challenges: Beyond Tech Zip Codes
09:45 – Innovation Success Stories (Manufacturing, Healthcare, Retail)
12:30 – Solutions: Education, Community Colleges, Online Upskilling
15:10 – Building Inclusive AI Pipelines
17:00 – Key Takeaways & Closing Remarks

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