Experience Hult: Austin

The Human Edge in an AI Economy

Human creativity has always been collaborative, building on what came before. As AI becomes a bigger part of our work and daily life, success depends less on narrow expertise and more on how well you can work with intelligent tools. This session shows professionals how to adapt to this shift.

For tech professionals, the focus is on using human–AI collaboration to increase impact. For those changing careers, the session explains how to turn your expertise into unique value. You will also learn how to develop your personal brand and show that you are thoughtful and adaptable in a market where AI is widely used.

Caryn Pang, Ph.D. is an esteemed faculty member at Hult International Business School in Boston and Parsons School of Design in NYC. She has over 15 years of experience as a retail business executive and has consulted for international businesses, which has enabled her to impart her knowledge of marketing, branding, and business fundamentals to her students.

Dr. Pang has worked with several leading retail companies like Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, TJX Corporation, and Macy's. She integrates the latest business and marketing strategies into her classroom teachings to equip her students with practical skills to prepare them for the industry. Dr. Pang's research focuses on cross-cultural consumer consumption and business strategies at the intersection of hospitality and retail. She earned her Ph.D. from Iowa State University.

Dr. Pang is a 2024 recipient of the ExW ExtraOrdinary Women Award from the Mayor of Boston’s Office of Women’s Advancement. In 2024 Dr. Pang spoke at the inaugural fashion and beauty track for the SXSW Conference. Her presentation was about the positive impact of mutual mentorship and how strong communities can be formed through mentorship. In 2025 she spoke about the future of consumerism and emerging trends at SXSW. Dr. Pang is also a TEDx Talk speaker.

Holly Watson brings nearly fifteen years of experience across technology, product, and go-to-market strategy, helping teams turn complex ideas into products that resonate. A recognized leader in product marketing, she teaches across universities and online programs, mentors professionals, and contributes regularly to the broader product and marketing community. Holly enjoys partnering with teams seeking greater clarity in how they take products to market.