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This week, the AAPOR Executive Council of which our CEO is part, met to focus on enhancing trustworthy data and evidence in the profession. Participation in the Council is rewarding and impactful. The meeting fostered collaboration among key members and celebrated past contributions while acknowledging future challenges, humorously dubbed the “last human council.”
Generation1.ca hosted the event “Poly.technic Futures” at Humber Polytechnic, uniting students, educators, and industry leaders to discuss inclusive ecosystems for learner success. Key themes included skills development and community partnerships. Attendees enjoyed a Caribbean lunch, and CEO and Professor Arundati Dandapani won a raffle prize, adding to the vibrant experience.
A new episode of Leading by Association with Generation1.ca CEO Arundati Dandpani features Ashley Casovan, Managing Director, Center of AI Governance at the IAPP discussing AI governance, emphasizing its necessity in today’s organizations. She highlights the importance of human-centered approaches, ethical leadership, and AI literacy amid rapid technological advancements. The conversation underscores that responsible innovation involves both smarter systems and wiser management practices.
The week included significant activities at the AAPOR conference, highlighting advancements in research, AI, and global collaboration. Key initiatives like the AAPOR-WAPOR Global Research Panel and the official launch of a Global Research Affinity Group led by our Founder and CEO were timely to our presence at the conference. Our presentations addressed synthetic data’s role in improving representation for hard-to-reach groups, emphasizing ethical governance.
The Spring 2026 Virtual Insights Career Fair features a Case Competition centered on preparing the workforce for future space exploration. Six teams will tackle challenges in social diversity and business innovation in aerospace. The event emphasizes global collaboration and aims to connect talent in relevant fields, supported by Champion Sponsors.
