Seattle Southside Chamber Summit Addresses AI and Workforce Challenges
The Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce recently hosted an Education and Workforce Summit in Kent, focusing on the impact of artificial intelligence, economic uncertainty, and workforce shortages on education and employment in South King County. The event brought together educators, economists, employers, and public officials to discuss workforce readiness, apprenticeships, digital access, and child care barriers. Key speakers included Samantha Le, President and CEO of the Seattle Southside Chamber, and economist Aaron Terrazas, who highlighted the stagnation in the Puget Sound economy and the importance of adapting to new technologies. The summit emphasized the need for adult education and retraining programs to help workers adapt to economic changes. 
