
September 18th, 2025 – 9:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.
Augustus 1 Ballroom, Caesars Windsor
377 Riverside Dr E, Windsor, ON N9A 7H7
Workforce WindsorEssex, WEtech Alliance, and Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island are proud to host the AI Workforce Summit—a full-day event taking place on September 18, 2025, at Caesars Windsor. This summit is designed for workforce professionals, small-business owners, employers and service providers. Through expert-led workshops, panels, breakout sessions, and networking, attendees will gain actionable strategies for integrating AI into recruitment, retention, workforce planning, and operations — with a keen focus on ethical, equitable adoption.

Preliminary Agenda for the AI Summit:
(Subject to Minor Changes)
- 9:00 AM – 9:45 AM | Keynote: AI in the Real World
- 9:45 AM – 10:45 AM | Panel: How We’re Using AI Today
- 10:45 AM – 11:15 AM | Coffee & Connection Break
- 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM | Breakout Tracks
- 2-3 Breakouts – Participants can select from their level of expertise with AI
- 12:15 PM – 1:15 PM | Networking Lunch
- 1:15 PM – 2:00 PM | Session: AI, Privacy, and Ethics
- 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Choose Your Deep Dive
- Option 1: AI in Small Business & Nonprofits
- Option 2: AI & the Future of Work
- 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM | Coffee & Connection Break
- 3:30 PM – 4:15 PM | Community Voices: Local AI Innovators
- 4:15 PM – 4:30 PM | Closing Remarks: What’s Next?
Looking to get involved?
Become a Sponsor –
Sponsoring the AI Workforce Summit is more than just brand visibility – it is a meaningful way to support our community’s shared goal of building a future-ready workforce. Your contribution helps local businesses, nonprofits, and service providers gain the tools and knowledge they need to adopt AI in ways that strengthen our economy and create opportunity for all.
As a sponsor, your organization will:
✔ Be recognized as a champion of innovation, technology adoption, and workforce resilience
✔ Gain exposure to employers, workforce professionals, and community leaders through digital marketing, event materials, and on-site branding
✔ Align your brand with cutting-edge discussions on AI adoption, digital skill-building, and inclusive workforce transformation
Your contribution helps equip local businesses and organizations with the tools they need to integrate AI responsibly into hiring, training, and operations — while strengthening our region’s talent pipeline.
Together, we can close digital skill gaps and ensure our workforce is ready for what’s next.
Become an Exhibitor –
As an exhibitor, you will have the opportunity to engage with over 150 employers, workforce professionals, and industry leaders who are exploring the integration of artificial intelligence into their operations. This is a unique and affordable opportunity to showcase your products, services, or initiatives to an audience actively seeking innovative solutions.
Exhibitor benefits include:
✔ Prominent display space in a high-traffic area at the event venue
✔ Dedicated networking opportunities during the networking lunch and two scheduled connecting breaks
✔ The chance to build relationships with decision-makers, business leaders, and changemakers across sectors
Exhibitor spots are limited to 10 organizations. We encourage interested businesses and organizations to apply early.