Wisconsin Positioned as National Leader in AI Innovation
October 15, 2025 – Kenosha, Wis. – Wisconsin is taking center stage in the national technology landscape. With Microsoft’s recent announcement of a $4 billion expansion in Racine, bringing their total investment to an unprecedented $7 billion, the state is poised to become a powerhouse for artificial intelligence, innovation and future-ready careers.
To seize this moment, Women in Technology Wisconsin, Inc. (WiT) is partnering with Microsoft to launch AI in Motion, a 5-part event series designed to showcase the transformative power of AI while building the talent pipeline to ensure girls and women are at the forefront of this historic growth. WIT is a nonprofit organization dedicated to attracting, growing, and retaining women of all ages in technology-related careers across all industries.
The series kicks off with Building Our Region’s Future on Wednesday, November 19, from 7:15 am to 12:30 pm at UW-Parkside in Kenosha. Each session will be at a different venue in Southeast Wisconsin. WiT members and nonmembers can attend. Click here to register
Attendees will:
- Experience hands-on workshop of Microsoft Copilot to showcase practical AI applications.
- Engage with community and business leaders exploring how AI is fueling economic growth.
- Discover how AI is reshaping the future of work and the skills needed to thrive.
- Connect with innovators and changemakers driving Wisconsin’s tech ecosystem.
- Engage in interactive booths.
“This is a game-changing moment for Wisconsin,” said Natalie Nelson. WiT Executive Director. “AI will transform industries, communities, and careers and we’re ensuring women and girls are not just included but leading this charge. The investments happening here in our state will impact generations to come.”
WiT members and nonmembers who should attend:
- Business and community leaders seeking strategic insights.
- Workforce development and education professionals preparing future talent.
- Technology innovators and entrepreneurs advancing the field.
- Individuals interested in understanding AI’s impact on regional economic development
“AI in Motion is more than an event — it’s a catalyst for collaboration,” Nelson said. “Together with Microsoft, we’re connecting innovators, educators, and community leaders to prepare Wisconsin’s workforce for the future of technology.”
The other four events in the series include:
- Unlocking AI Innovation, February 18, 2026, Kenosha Innovation Center
- Advancing AI Talent, April 2026, Kenosha/Racine County, TBD
- Achieving AI Readiness, May 2026, Kenosha/Racine County, TBD
- Maintaining AI Privacy, June 2026, Kenosha/Racine County, TBD
Wisconsin’s tech boom is more than data centers and innovation. It’s also who will lead this transformation. This is our chance to ensure women are at the table, shaping strategy, driving innovation, and building lasting opportunities across the state. The momentum is building and AI in Motion is designed to put women and girls at the forefront of this future.
