NACCE AI Webinar Series
This 7-part series will open your mind to different aspects of AI!
Event Details
This series will occur on February 5th, February 12th, February 26th, March 12th, March 26th, April 9th, and April 23rd each session will be held from 2:00PM-3:00PM ET.
Thursday, February 5th at 2:00 PM EST
Webinar Title: Community College Innovation in the Age of AI
Webinar Overview: How can community colleges harness the power of artificial intelligence to innovate, expand opportunities, and strengthen human connections that are at the heart of education? Join NACCE for a forward-thinking conversation on AI’s transformative role across campuses, classrooms, and communities, with an eye toward global trends shaping the future of learning and work.
This dynamic session features Dr. Rebecca A. Corbin, President & CEO of NACCE, who integrates AI daily into her leadership to accelerate creativity, generate new revenue pathways, and deepen authentic relationships with members, partners, and teams. From content development to strategic planning, Dr. Corbin will share how AI is becoming an essential leadership tool and how community college innovators can use it to amplify impact.
She will be joined by Dr. Angela Long, Chief Engagement Officer for Tallahassee State College and a nationally recognized researcher, speaker, and thought leader on the future of learning and work. Earlier this year, Drs. Corbin and Long presented at the AI for Good Global Summit, where they contributed to international dialogue on AI ethics, human-centered innovation, and the skills learners will need in an AI-driven world. Drawing on insights from global experts and policymakers, they will explore how community colleges can position students for success in a rapidly shifting economic and technological landscape.
Drs. Corbin and Long—co-authors of Community Colleges as Incubators of Innovation (2019) will revisit the themes of their book through a modern AI lens, discussing how institutions can evolve as engines of creativity, mobility, and opportunity in a world where both work and learning are being redefined.
Adding a cutting-edge industry perspective, Charlie Davis, Chief Visionary Officer of CrazyThink and a key partner supporting NACCE’s SkillPointe technology platform, will offer an inside look at how AI-powered chatbots are designed and deployed. He will highlight current capabilities as well as emerging opportunities for colleges to use AI to expand learner support, streamline processes, and strengthen institutional capacity.
What You’ll Learn:
- Practical ways community colleges are using AI to enhance teaching, student services, and institutional effectiveness
- Global insights on the future of learning and work from the AI for Good Summit
- Leadership strategies for integrating AI ethically and responsibly
- How AI is reshaping workforce development, career pathways, and entrepreneurial learning
- Opportunities to leverage chatbots and automation through NACCE’s SkillPointe platform and tech partnerships
Whether you’re an administrator, faculty member, workforce leader, or innovation champion, this webinar will expand your understanding of AI’s potential and offer actionable steps to help your institution lead boldly in this new era.
Thursday, February 12 at 2:00 PM EST
Webinar Title: The AI Advantage: Transforming Education, Research, and Careers
Webinar Overview: Discover the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in our upcoming webinar, “The AI Advantage: Transforming Education, Research, and Careers.” AI is more than just chatbots—it’s a transformative technology shaping industries and everyday life. In this session, you’ll learn what AI really is, explore its different types—from Machine Learning and Deep Learning to Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision, and Robotics—and see how these technologies are applied in real-world scenarios, educational research, and career opportunities. Understand how AI drives innovations like Netflix recommendations, fraud detection, and self-driving cars, and why it’s essential for the future of work. This is your chance to gain clarity on AI fundamentals, bust common myths, and see how it can empower you and your organization. Don’t miss this opportunity to go beyond the hype and discover the true potential of AI!
Thursday, February 26 at 2:00 PM EST
Webinar Title: AI Explained
Webinar Overview:
Artificial intelligence is transforming education, workforce development, and small business support across the country. In this session, Charles Davis explains how large language models function behind the scenes and what they can realistically accomplish today. The webinar includes demonstrations of real AI applications such as Ventra, an advising assistant designed for student and entrepreneur support, and Jeremy, the AI career specialist used by SkillPointe.
Attendees will see how these systems work in practice and how similar tools can be integrated into everyday environments. The focus is on clarity, real world examples, and practical steps that colleges and organizations can take to adopt AI in a safe and productive way.
Thursday, March 12 at 2:00 PM EST
Webinar Title: AI and the Classroom
Thursday, March 26 at 2:00 PM EST
Webinar Title: TDB
Thursday, April 9 at 2:00 PM EST
Webinar Title: TBD
Thursday, April 23 at 2:00 PM EST
Webinar Title: TBD
About the Speakers:
Thursday, February 5th at 2:00 PM EST
Dr. Rebecca Corbin
Dr. Rebecca Corbin has served as President & CEO of the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE) since 2015. A former Vice President of Institutional Advancement at Rowan College at Burlington County, she is a nationally recognized expert in entrepreneurial mindset, leadership development, and innovation in higher education. Under her leadership, NACCE has launched transformative initiatives that support faculty, college presidents, and ecosystem partners nationwide.
Dr. Corbin is available through NACCE to provide consulting services in entrepreneurial leadership, workforce development, higher education policy, fundraising strategy, book writing and publishing, and keynote speaking. She has delivered commencement addresses and spoken internationally at conferences in China and Switzerland. In recognition of her advocacy, she has testified before the United States Congress on entrepreneurship as a driver of economic development. In 2023, she negotiated the acquisition of the SkillPointe technology platform, as a charitable donation valued at over $6 million. In her tenure, NACCE has regranted over $40 million in subawards to its members.
An engaging speaker and facilitator, Dr. Corbin leads dynamic workshops tailored to educators, business leaders, and philanthropists, helping them activate innovation and amplify impact. She is the author of two books, host of the Forward with NACCE podcast, and a frequent contributor to national conversations on workforce and education. Dr. Corbin also serves on numerous boards and advisory committees, including her as Chair of the Cary Chamber of Commerce. Dr. Corbin has received numerous awards for her leadership and business savvy from Wilmington University, the Triangle Business Journal, and Global MindED.
Dr. Angela Long is a nationally recognized speaker, researcher and author. She currently serves
as Chief Engagement Officer within the Office of the President at Tallahassee State College where she oversees the College’s strategic plan and President’s Leadership Institute. Formerly, Dr. Long served under the Chancellor of the Florida College System as the Director of Learning, Innovation and Success at the Florida Department of Education. She is the former co-editor of the "Innovative Ideas for Community Colleges" national book series, published through Stylus Publishing.
In 2019, she helped oversee the publishing process for the recently released "Community Colleges as Incubators of Innovation," edited by Dr. Rebecca Corbin and Dr. Ron Thomas. In the fall of 2016, Dr. Long published a first-of-its-kind book involving higher education’s top researchers, practitioners, and community college leaders to address the educational disparities that exist among students of color. Angela is the author of the Six Factors theory for increasing nontraditional student retention and formerly served as the Innovation Ambassador for the National Association of Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE). She is currently working on her next book publication with NACCE focused on preparing for the future of work and learning in the age of artificial intelligence and is certified on “Designing the Future of Work” by UNSW Sydney Australia, as well as holds two professional development certifications on Artificial Intelligence Leadership for Community College Professionals from the University of Florida.
Angela has participated in three White House summit meetings on Educational Excellence for Hispanics and has shared her findings across the country. In 2023, she was appointed as Commissioner to the AACC Commission on Research and Community College Trends and Issues, as well as appointed as an advisory board member for the Myers-Briggs Company. In 2024, she became certified as a John Maxwell trainer.
Dr. Long holds a Doctorate of Education degree in Community College Leadership from Oregon State University; a Master of Arts degree in School Counseling and Consultation from Northwest Christian University (NCU) and a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Elementary Education from NCU.
Contact Information:
Dr. Angela Long
Office: 850-201-6057
Cell: 352-642-2424
Thursday, February 12 at 2:00 PM EST
Speakers: Marita Diffenbaugh & Sarah Davis, North Idaho College
Marita Diffenbaugh
Marita Diffenbaugh is the Director of Innovation at North Idaho College and co-founder of NIC X-Labs, a dynamic ecosystem where students, faculty, industry partners, and community members collaborate to solve real-world challenges through design thinking, lean startup, and emerging technologies. NIC X-Labs connects industry and education to deliver innovative tools and processes—using AI as a learning and productivity resource to meet educational needs.
Marita’s leadership reflects a continuum of learning and innovation, from 14 years in K-12 classrooms to statewide roles providing professional development on cloud-based tools for superintendents, principals, and educators, and now advancing higher education strategies that foster relevance and innovation. She holds an Ed.S. in Executive Educational Leadership, an M.A. in Teaching with Technology Emphasis, and a B.A. in Elementary Education. Marita is the author of L.E.A.R.N.E.R.: Finding the True, Good, and Beautiful in Education and co-author of a peer-reviewed article in SAGE Journals on competency-based education policy. She has presented nationally and internationally on activating tools, resources, and processes to connect education with industry and community.
Sarah Davis
Sarah Davis is a Ph.D. student in Computer Science at the University of Idaho, specializing in artificial intelligence, robotics, and explainable machine learning. She holds dual master’s degrees in computer science—one focused on cybersecurity from Syracuse University and another in AI and robotics from the University of Idaho—both earned with a 4.0 GPA. A NASA Idaho Space Grant Consortium Graduate Fellow and teaching fellow at North Idaho College, she conducts research at the intersection of predictive modeling and knowledge discovery, developing hybrid AI systems that integrate deep learning, genetic algorithms, and quantitative association rule mining for environmental and biomedical applications such as Valley Fever forecasting and fish ladder temperature prediction. Prior to academia, Sarah spent six years as a Software Development Engineer at Microsoft, where she engineered platform-wide media, DRM, and error-handling features for Silverlight and collaborated with P0 customers including Netflix. With experience spanning industry, research, and teaching, she brings strong cross-disciplinary collaboration skills and deep technical expertise in machine learning, robotics, and software engineering.
Thursday, February 26 at 2:00 PM EST
Speaker: Charlie Davis, CrazyThink
Charles Davis is the Cofounder and Chief Visionary Officer (CVO) at CrazyThink, an AI SaaS and consulting company based in Tampa, Florida. He specializes in creating applied AI systems that improve support services, enhance user experience, and make information more accessible across a variety of organizational settings. Charles is known for making complex AI concepts simple and understandable, and he frequently educates institutions on how to adopt AI responsibly and effectively.
He has presented on AI and its real world applications at Hillsborough Community College, the NACCE National Conference, and The Bolles School. Through his work with colleges, nonprofits, and companies, Charles designs AI tools that provide clear value and integrate smoothly into existing workflows.
About CrazyThink
CrazyThink is an AI SaaS and consulting company that builds real world solutions for education, workforce programs, and business environments. The company develops practical AI tools that support learners, entrepreneurs, and organizations by improving access to information and streamlining support services. CrazyThink partners with institutions to design AI systems that create measurable impact and fit seamlessly into existing operations.
Thursday, March 12 at 2:00 PM EST
Greta Kishbaugh, St. Petersburg College – AI and the Classroom
Thursday, March 26 at 2:00 PM EST
Angela Long, Tallahassee State College - TBA
Thursday, April 9 at 2:00 PM EST
Kelly Change, Tennessee College of Applied Technology at Knoxville – TBA – has been confirmed as a speaker
Thursday, April 23 at 2:00 PM EST
Dr. Darcie Tumey
Dr. Darcie L. Tumey serves as Director of Events & Programs at the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE), bringing more than two decades of experience in education, entrepreneurship, and workforce development. Her career began at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in the Undergraduate Library and continued with the NC State Employees’ Credit Union and the UNC School of Medicine. These early roles sparked a passion for systems-thinking and student-centered service, which she later brought to her work in the North Carolina Community College System.
Dr. Tumey has held both faculty and administrative roles, with a strong focus on business and entrepreneurship education. She has led Small Business Center initiatives, organized pitch competitions, co-advised NACCE’s Everyday Entrepreneur Venture Fund, and co-organized Catawba Valley Community College’s annual Business Symposium. A two-time national gold medal-winning SkillsUSA Entrepreneurship team coach, she has also served as an HP LIFE Ambassador, supporting entrepreneurial learning through digital tools.
Through NACCE, Dr. Tumey provides consulting on entrepreneurial program development, business competition planning, student engagement strategies, and event design. Known for her collaborative leadership and creative execution, she is passionate about helping students and educators transform ideas into real-world impact. Her work continues to inspire innovation and build entrepreneurial ecosystems across the country.
Dr. Kevin Logan
With over two decades of private sector experience in telecommunications, Kevin now works with students, early-stage business owners, and other individuals and organizations to identify, build and strengthen their human capital through autonomy, competence, and relatedness to connect, communicate, and discover more effectively.