Newell Brands hosted Data and AI Week 2025 as part of the Own Your Impact initiative, a two-week virtual program designed to empower employees with skills in artificial intelligence, data analytics, and career development. This event reflects our commitment to building a workforce that is ready for the future of work.
What is Data and AI Week?
Data and AI Week ran from October 20 to 24 and featured 17 sessions with 1,288 live attendees. The program offered four learning tracks tailored to different levels of experience:
AI for Everyone: Hands-on learning and practical steps to start using AI tools.
AI in Action: Real examples of how AI is applied at Newell Brands to improve processes and decision-making.
AI Lab: A collaborative space for employees to share AI projects and learn from peers.
AI Help Desk: Quick drop-in sessions for troubleshooting prompts and workflows.
Employees could register for live sessions and access recordings after the event, making learning flexible and accessible.
Key Highlights and Engagement
The event attracted participants from multiple regions and functions, including Marketing, Sales, and Finance. The most attended sessions were AI Fundamentals, Copilot Chat Unleashed, and Your Work, Supercharged: Microsoft 365 Copilot, each drawing hundreds of employees eager to integrate AI into their daily work.
Why It Matters for Newell Brands
Artificial intelligence is transforming how businesses operate. By investing in AI education and tools, Newell Brands is enabling employees to enhance productivity, accelerate decision-making, and deliver greater value to retail partners and consumers. This initiative aligns with our Own Your Impact vision, which focuses on career growth and technology enablement to help our employees reach their professional goals.
Looking Ahead
Data and AI Week is part of a larger strategy to prepare employees for a rapidly evolving digital landscape. Through continued learning opportunities, we aim to create a culture of innovation where every employee can leverage data and AI to make informed decisions and drive impact.