The Future of Remote Work

"But remote employees seem to have made peace with a working life that offers fewer social gratifications: 94% of employees in remote-capable jobs want to keep working remote at least part of the time, according to a 2022 Gallup survey. We might miss the human contact with colleagues, but we don’t miss it enough to actually put on pants and go to the office every day."—The New "Hybrid Work" is "AI + Humans" - JSTOR Daily

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About Paul Welty

Dr. Paul J. Welty is Vice Provost for Academic Innovation at Emory University and Interim Executive Director of Emory Continuing Education. He leads large-scale initiatives integrating AI and emerging technologies to enhance learning, faculty development, and institutional strategy.

His leadership has driven groundbreaking projects including Emory's first faculty information and action system, AI-driven workforce development programs, and establishment of the Emory Center for AI Learning. Under his direction, Emory Continuing Education has launched workforce development initiatives, increased organizational productivity, and expanded access to technology-driven education.

A recognized thought leader on AI's implications for education and work, Dr. Welty regularly contributes to public discourse through research and invited presentations. Recent speaking engagements include Simuvaction 2025 (Quebec City) and the ACEN Learning Symposium keynote on "AI at Work."

Dr. Welty holds a Ph.D. in Philosophy from Emory University with focus in ethics and phenomenology. His career spans technology consulting, academic leadership, and entrepreneurship, consistently driving initiatives that define AI's role in organizational and educational transformation.

This blog examines the intersection of philosophy, technology, and the future of work through analysis that combines conceptual rigor with practical implementation experience.