As the new chief strategist for AI advancement at Waukesha County Technical College, Phyllis King is set to spearhead the development of the college’s artificial intelligence programs, fostering local and national collaborations, according to Colleen Bruce, director of partnerships and events at Penfield Children’s Center.
Prior to WCTC, King spent nearly 30 years in various roles at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, and most recently served as associate vice chancellor for over 13 years.
Widely regarded as a community leader, King has worked with and served on boards for many nonprofits focused on education, business development, banking and health care. Recently, King completed an interim role as executive director for Farming for the Future Foundation. She currently serves on the boards of the American Red Cross of Wisconsin, UW Credit Union and Penfield Children’s Center, where she chairs the 30th Annual Croquet Ball.
“In addition, her dedication to mentorship is evident through her involvement with TEMPO Milwaukee, where she has been part of the Mentor Awards planning committee since 2010 and received the TEMPO Mentor Award. She is also a fellow in the Bader Leadership Institute,” Bruce said.
