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Alabama educators are standing at the intersection of unprecedented change—where artificial intelligence meets multi-generational workforces, where digital innovation collides with timeless relationship-building, and where the future of education is being written today. This energizing keynote reveals how to harness both cutting-edge technology and uniquely human strengths to create transformational learning experiences.

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Through Brian's signature blend of humor, storytelling, and practical insights, attendees will discover how to:

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• Bridge the Generational Divide: Transform differences between Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z educators from sources of friction into collaborative superpowers that strengthen your school culture.

• Master the AI Advantage: Explore practical AI applications that enhance (rather than replace) teaching, giving educators more time for what matters most—building relationships and inspiring students.

• Build Lasting Connections: Discover why "kids don't learn from people they don't like" and learn proven strategies for creating authentic relationships that fuel student success across all grade levels.

• Communicate with Impact: From social media strategies that showcase your school's innovation to stakeholder engagement that builds community trust, learn how to tell your story in ways that resonate.

 

Drawing from 25 years of experience helping organizations navigate change, Brian combines research-backed insights with memorable stories and Alabama-specific examples. You'll leave this opening session energized, equipped, and ready to build the digital bridges that will carry Alabama students confidently into the future.

 

Join us for an entertaining, inspiring start to AETC 2025—because the bridges we build today determine the leaders Alabama produces tomorrow!