Discover how future professionals are embracing artificial intelligence to transform business and workforce practices. A Conference That Sparked Change On October 22, 2025, sixteen Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) students attended the AI for Business Conference – Tools, Tactics, Transformation at Olds College Alumni Centre. The Central Alberta Regional Innovation Network (CARIN) was proud to have sponsored this event, where we connected businesses and students with valuable AI

Business Owners: Kelsey & Jenner About Kelsey Meston: Kelsey Meston is a Central Albertan who, along with her husband Jenner, frequently travels and has also spent time on the rodeo circuit. Originally from Manning in Northern Alberta, Kelsey and Jenner now hail from Stettler, Alberta. Kelsey works, is a mom and entrepreneur/business owner. ( Favorite quote: “You’re only as tall as the shoulders you stand on.” Origin unknown)   Where SwitchUp Buckets Came From                

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