AI, Work, and the Next Economic Shakeout: Strategic Implications for Business and Policy

​AI, Work, and the Next Economic Shakeout: Strategic Implications for Business and Policy

​Join the PA AI group for an insightful session with Dr. Asieh Tabaghdehi as we explore the profound shifts AI is driving in the global economy.

​As AI moves from a productivity tool to a fundamental architect of value creation, it is fundamentally reshaping labor markets and business strategy. This session will dive into how these changes are creating a new landscape of economic volatility and opportunity, offering a strategic framework for leaders and policymakers to navigate the coming "shake."

​Event Details

​Date: Sunday, April 5, 2026

​Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00PM PT

​Location: Microsoft Teams https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/343126725129485?p=r41wxJRJWacqVHCIUl

​What We’ll Cover

​The transition from AI-assisted work to AI-driven value creation.

​Identifying the strategic "inflection points" for businesses in the next 18–24 months.

​The evolving role of labor and the policy shifts required to maintain economic stability.

​Open Q&A for the Palo Alto AI community.

​About the Speaker

​Dr. Asieh Tabaghdehi is an Economist and an Associate Professor at Brunel University London. She leads the Centre for AI: Digital and Social Innovation, where her research focuses on the intersection of emerging technologies, market dynamics, and economic policy. Dr. Tabaghdehi is a recognized voice on how digital transformation impacts competitive advantage and social structures.