Adapting to the Future of Work & Technology | Kate Buchanan

Summary In this episode, Kate Buchanan from Autodesk joins Anthony to discuss the future of technology, work, and learning. She shares how Autodesk is investing in innovation and workforce development to prepare industries and people for rapid change. From the role of AI in construction and design to the importance of adaptability, creativity, and lifelong learning, Kate offers powerful insights on how we can navigate disruption with optimism and purpose. Special Guest Kate Buchanan is part of the Impact Team at Autodesk and the Autodesk Foundation, where she focuses on supporting innovative solutions at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and workforce development. With a background spanning nonprofits, policy, and technology, Kate helps channel millions of dollars annually into initiatives that empower workers, foster lifelong learning, and drive systemic change in industries like construction, manufacturing, and design. Chapters: 00:00 - Podcast Introduction and Welcome to Kate Buchanan 03:30 - Overcoming Fear of Technological Change 07:15 - Importance of Lifelong Learning and Skill Adaptation 12:00 - Technology's Impact on Construction and Design Industries 18:45 - AI and Sustainability in Project Development 24:20 - Future of Workforce Training and Education 29:50 - Autodesk's Role in Supporting Technological Innovation 34:30 - Closing Thoughts and Future Opportunities KATE'S INFO: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/katebuchanan/ Autodesk Foundation: https://www.autodesk.org/ Autodesk: https://www.autodesk.com/ PODCAST INFO: Website: https://FutureFactory.live Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0SsZRdrvWTUs1QY6Zu1sU6 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/future-factory/id1659895549 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/207e04aa-11a1-4b28-964a-148608422a49/future-factory   FUTURE FACTORY SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/futurefactorypodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FutureFactoryFF Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/futurefactorypodcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/futurefactorypodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@futurefactorypodcast?_t=8ZIxAf4Orra&_r=1 ANTHONY'S SOCIAL: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/anthonyamunategui/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anthony.amunategui.3 Find great guests at PodMatch https://www.joinpodmatch.com/futurefactorypodcast