S5Ep12: Future-Proof Skills: Why the Trades Will Thrive in an AI age with Lollie Mancey & Conor Kearney
Under Construction with ChadwicksShow Notes
In this episode of Under Construction with Chadwicks, Donncha sits down with two thought leaders shaping the conversation about the future of work — Lollie Mancey and Conor Kearney.
Lollie Mancey is an educational provocateur with a wealth of entrepreneurial experience. She leads the Postgraduate Certificate in Creativity, Innovation and Entrepreneurship and the Graduate Certificate in Digital Transformation, Technology & Resilience, helping learners prepare for the ever-evolving world of work.
Conor Kearney, Executive Director and Founder of CJK Engineering, brings a hands-on perspective from the world of construction and engineering — industries on the front lines of technological change.
Together, Lollie and Conor explore:
What the workforce of the future will look like in a world transformed by technology.
The role of AI today — how it’s reshaping industries and which jobs may be at risk.
Why construction trades remain a cornerstone of the economy and among the safest, most future-proof careers.
How education, innovation, and adaptability will define the next generation of professionals.
This episode dives deep into the balance between human skill and machine intelligence — offering a grounded, forward-looking discussion on how to build resilience in a changing world of work.
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