The Power of AI
In June of 2025, SPTC was joined by Dr. Cayce Myers, Professor of Public Relations and Director of Graduate Studies at the School of Communication at Virginia Tech, as he discussed how AI was constantly evolving and what was to come!
Sensed Medical Environment to Improve Human & Machine Teaming
In April of 2024, SPTC was joined by Dr. Sarah Parker, Research Associate Professor, the Parker Lab at Virginia Tech and Dr. Travis Terry, Research Scientist at GCAPS, as they discussed how technology plays a vital role within high-risk settings such as the medical environment and is making a impact. 
The Evolution of EV Charging
In February of 2024, SPTC was joined by Bridget Gilmore, EV Charging Fellow, Joint Office of Energy and Transportation to discuss the Evolution of EV Charging and how it is affecting our communities within Southern
Virginia. During this session, Bridget covered where the Joint Office of Energy and Transportation is currently with EV Charging and they plan for advancement over the next few years.