The Future of Tech Skills & Jobs: Networking & Panel Discussion

June 18, 2026 –

Fellow professionals joined the conversation on the future of tech, innovation, and careers in the North Country and beyond!

Event Details:

Date: Thursday, June 18
Time: 5 PM – 7 PM
Location: Cambria Hotel, Lake Placid
Cost: Free
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This was an evening dedicated to building a thriving career in the mountains through local connection, community, and great conversation.

This event was designed for tech-adjacent professionals, remote workers, students, freelancers, entrepreneurs, and anyone interested in the tech industry. We kicked off the evening with plenty of time to mingle, enjoy light bites and soft drinks, and expand your local network.

Following the networking hour, we’ll sat down with local experts for an interactive conversation. Together, we moved past the buzzwords to talk about the human skills, like critical thinking, creativity, and adaptability, that are truly shaping the future of work. Whether you are working for a local firm or a remote company from your home office in the Adirondacks, we explored how we can stay competitive and thrive globally while living locally.

Our Featured Panelists:

Steve Richards: CEO and Principal at Garnet River. Drawing on his leadership of this IT solutions and staffing firm, Steve specializes in AI, cybersecurity, and robotic process automation with a focus on helping businesses and professionals stay competitive in a tech-driven economy.
Michelle Crimi: Dean of the Graduate School and Professor of Environmental Engineering at Clarkson University. Michelle oversees both graduate education and workforce development at Clarkson, focusing on the intersection of academic research and the evolving needs of the modern job market.
Peter Newcomb: Principal Engineer at MetaRouter. Based in Lake Placid, Peter brings a wealth of deep technical expertise in software engineering and enterprise data architecture. Prior to his current role, he spent over 13 years at Walmart Global Tech, where he served as a Distinguished Architect leading data foundation services, building scalable platforms, and driving Global Tech initiatives.

Agenda at a Glance: