Cognitive Load, Focus, and Burnout in Technical Work And Human Machine Teaming

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Meeting Sponsor: CGI

Topic: Cognitive Load, Focus, and Burnout in Technical Work,
Human Machine Teaming

Topic: Cognitive Load, Focus, and Burnout in Technical Work
A practical look at how constant context-switching, information intake, and “always-on” expectations impact focus, decision-making, and energy. This session explores how cognitive overload quietly leads to burnout, and what individuals can realistically do to protect mental bandwidth while maintaining high performance.

Speaker: Ashley Rene Casey
Ashley René is the founder of Presence Over Pixels® and a keynote speaker who helps organizations solve their biggest workplace challenge: keeping humans engaged and productive in an AI-driven world. A former senior leader at Amazon and BNSF Railway, Ashley delivers actionable strategies for digital wellness, human-first leadership, and sustainable high performance.

When not on stage, Ashley performs as lead singer of rock band Bourbon Jury and champions St. Louis's vibrant arts community.

Topic: Human Machine Teaming
Speaker: Phil Milner