TEN

Many assume that if AI produces an answer quickly, it must be accurate and unbiased.But in this conversation, Anoop Mishra explains why fairness in AI is far more complex than most people realize and why measuring it may be one of the most important challenges facing organizations today.As an Applied AI and Responsible AI scientist, Anoop works at the intersection of technology, human behavior, ethics, and measurement science. His research focuses on helping organizations understand how fairness is perceived, measured, and managed throughout the AI development lifecycle.In this episode, we discuss:• Why fairness in AI is a socio-technical challenge, not just a technical one• How developer bias, user perspectives, and organizational priorities can shape AI outcomes• Why measuring fairness may be the key to building trustworthy AI systems• The challenges organizations face when deciding whether an AI system is ready for deployment• Anoop's work developing FairFlow, a framework designed to help teams evaluate AI readiness and stakeholder alignmentThis conversation is especially valuable for business leaders, technology professionals, researchers, policymakers, and anyone trying to understand how AI can be deployed responsibly.

In this episode, Shonna sits down with Daragh Mahon, CIO and SVP at Werner Enterprises, and Kellee Mikuls, Executive Director of Ignite Nebraska, to discuss how employer and nonprofit partnerships are expanding access to high wage, high skill, high demand tech careers in Nebraska through formal training and pathways into great careers with great companies.The conversation highlights:• How Werner Enterprises and Ignite Nebraska are building practical pathways into tech for adult workers seeking meaningful career change• Ignite Nebraska’s student selection focus on grit and fit, prioritizing resilience, work ethic, and employer alignment• The powerful story of a former delivery driver who is now on a career path at Werner• Why investing in adult learners strengthens Nebraska's families and communities• How corporate investment and ecosystem collaboration drive long-term economic growthThis episode is about opportunity, mobility, and what happens when companies choose to invest in local talent.If you care about workforce development, economic growth, or building Nebraska’s tech future, this is a conversation you will not want to miss.

In this episode of the TEN Podcast, Shonna Dorsey of the Aksarben Foundation and the Nebraska Tech Collaborative sits down with Tori Young of CRi, Managing Director at Client Resources Inc., for a candid conversation about what’s really happening in the tech talent market.With more than 25 years in business and deep roots in Omaha, CRi has navigated multiple market cycles. Tori shares how long-term relationships, culture fit, and human judgment are becoming more—not less—important in an era of AI, automated hiring tools, and record applicant volume.The conversation covers:Why tenure and trust still matter in tech staffingHow AI is changing hiring and where it falls shortWhat students and early-career professionals should focus on right nowWhy employers are rethinking remote work and returning to in-person collaborationThe growing disconnect between applicants and automated hiring systemsWhy community involvement strengthens both talent pipelines and businessesThis is a practical, real-world discussion for employers, students, and tech professionals who want clarity without the hype.

In this episode of the TEN Podcast, Shonna Dorsey sits down with Emily Allen, Executive Director of Tech Nebraska, for a dynamic conversation about the policy and advocacy work that is shaping the future of Nebraska’s tech ecosystem.Emily brings a rare mix of experience to this role. She is a licensed attorney, a Nebraska native, and a global policy advocate who has spoken at the United Nations and the World Summit on the Information Society. Her background spans brand strategy, communications, partnership development, and leadership roles at Honor Technology where she expanded the brand into thirteen global markets. Now, as the leader of Tech Nebraska, she is focused on elevating the state’s policy presence, creating space for CIOs and CTOs to influence statewide conversations, and helping Nebraska position itself as a competitive and collaborative place for innovation.Shonna and Emily reflect on the recent Tech Nebraska Summit, the growing demand for statewide advocacy, and the importance of alignment between Tech Nebraska, the Nebraska Tech Collaborative, AIM Institute, and partners across education, business, and government. They also explore how meaningful policy work, strong relationships, and a shared vision can accelerate innovation and opportunity for Nebraska tech.This conversation is full of insight, energy, and clarity. Listen to hear where Nebraska tech is today and how policy and advocacy will influence the next chapter.

Dr. Martha Garcia-Murillo, Dean of the College of Information Science & Technology at UNO, joins Shonna Dorsey to talk about the intersection of education, innovation, and impact.In this conversation, Dr. Garcia-Murillo shares how her journey from political economist to tech-education leader fuels her mission to connect students, faculty, and employers across Nebraska’s growing tech ecosystem. She highlights groundbreaking initiatives like the Nebraska Cyber Matrix, AI Core, and adaptive nano-modules that bring real-world experience and AI-driven learning directly into the classroom.From internships to industry partnerships, this episode dives into how UNO is shaping the future tech workforce and why every company benefits from investing in early talent.