{"677928":{"#nid":"677928","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Tim Brown Named Interim Director of Professional Education at Tech AI","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/ai.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003ETech AI\u003C\/a\u003E at Georgia Tech has appointed Tim Brown as interim director of professional education. He is also the new academic program director for AI, a joint appointment by Tech AI and\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/pe.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003EGeorgia Tech Professional Education\u003C\/a\u003E (GTPE). Previously, Brown served as managing director of\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.scl.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003EGeorgia Tech\u2019s Supply Chain and Logistics Institute\u003C\/a\u003E for nearly 10 years, where he focused on program expansion and partnership development.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn his new role, Brown will work closely with the\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/lifetimelearning.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003ECollege of Lifetime Learning\u003C\/a\u003E and Tech AI to develop innovative AI programs. He will identify industry needs and create interdisciplinary academic offerings serving a diverse range of learners, from K-12 students to executives. His initial emphasis will be on mid-career professionals seeking to upskill or reskill, equipping them with the technical skills essential for success in the AI field. He will also enhance existing programs and provide educational opportunities to companies and organizations, addressing current market demands.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBrown has more than 35 years of experience in professional education and supply chain optimization, including roles at IBM, Accenture, Chainalytics, Frito-Lay, and Tropicana. He has worked with executives in various industries, advising on supply chain management and securing $81 million in funding for AI in manufacturing through the Georgia AIM coalition.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn a statement, Brown said, \u201cI look forward to contributing to innovative AI programs at Georgia Tech. Our goal is to create educational opportunities that meet the diverse needs of learners and equip them with the skills necessary to thrive in this evolving field.\u201d\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBrown\u2019s leadership underscores Georgia Tech\u2019s commitment to innovation and education in the rapidly changing landscape of AI. He is dedicated to establishing Georgia as a leader in AI and highlighting the resources and capabilities that Georgia Tech offers.\u003C\/p\u003E","summary":"","format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/ai.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003ETech AI\u003C\/a\u003E at Georgia Tech has appointed Tim Brown as interim director of professional education. He is also the new academic program director for AI, a joint appointment by Tech AI and\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/pe.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003EGeorgia Tech Professional Education\u003C\/a\u003E (GTPE). Previously, Brown served as managing director of\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.scl.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003EGeorgia Tech\u2019s Supply Chain and Logistics Institute\u003C\/a\u003E for nearly 10 years, where he focused on program expansion and partnership development.\u003C\/p\u003E","format":"limited_html"}],"field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"In his new role, Brown will work closely with the\u00a0College of Lifelong Learning and Tech AI to develop innovative AI programs. 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