# Event Details - **Event Name**: AI, Innovation, the Future of Careers: Competing in the Global Economy - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 18 Aug, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Tue, 18 Aug, 2026 at 07:30 pm - **Event Description**: Explore how AI is shaking up jobs and how to stay ahead in the global knowledge race.About this EventAI is changing what industries look like, what skills matter, and how careers are built. The nations — and the people — who understand this shift will be the ones who shape it.Join WADSIH for an evening keynote with Stephen Ezell, Vice President for Global Innovation Policy at the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF) in Washington, D.C. Stephen advises governments and industry worldwide on national competitiveness, innovation policy, trade, and critical and emerging technologies. He is the co-author of Innovation Economics: The Race for Global Advantage (Yale) and Innovating in a Service-Driven Economy (Palgrave Macmillan).In this session, Stephen will explore how AI and emerging technologies are redrawing the global innovation map — and what it means for Western Australia's economy, its industries, and the careers of the people who work in them. Expect a candid, internationally-informed perspective on where the opportunities are, where the risks lie, and how WA can position itself to compete.The evening includes:A welcome from WADSIH Director Alex JenkinsA 45-minute keynote from Stephen Ezell, followed by live audience Q&ANetworking with peers from across WA's government, industry, academic and startup communities, over refreshmentsEvent Agenda:5.00pm - Registration5:30pm Welcome - Alex Jenkins5:45pm AI, Innovation, and the Future of Careers: Competing in the Global Knowledge Economy with Stephen Ezell.6:45pm NetworkingWhether you work in policy, industry, research, or technology — or you're simply thinking about where AI takes your career next — this is a chance to hear a global perspective and connect with the people building WA's innovation future.This event is presented by WADSIH in partnership with the U.S. Consulate General Perth. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/perth/ai-innovation-the-future-of-careers-competing-in-the-global-economy/100001996919187044 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Sports, Art, literary-art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 6.61, max: 6.61, currency: AUD ## Event venue details - **city**: Perth - **state**: WA - **country**: Australia - **location**: 78 Murray St - **lat**: -31.9541051 - **long**: 115.8632054 - **full address**: 78 Murray St, 78 Murray Street, Perth, Australia ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: AI, Innovation, the Future of Careers: Competing in the Global Economy - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/a36ae8fce4651e98e679d24c25bbd1b8cfcef8cbcce7f0f4cf6c0ff022a306c5-rimg-w1200-h600-dc081838-gmir.jpg?v=1786503070 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is AI, Innovation, the Future of Careers: Competing in the Global Economy being held? - **A:** AI, Innovation, the Future of Careers: Competing in the Global Economy takes place on Tue, 18 Aug, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Tue, 18 Aug, 2026 at 07:30 pm at 78 Murray St, 78 Murray Street, Perth, Australia. - **Q**: Who is organizing AI, Innovation, the Future of Careers: Competing in the Global Economy? - **A:** AI, Innovation, the Future of Careers: Competing in the Global Economy is organized by WA Data Science Innovation Hub. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** AI, Innovation, the Future of Careers: Competing in the Global Economy is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Perth, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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