Developed in partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee and powered by Skillsoft, the initiative serves to bridge the gap between emerging technology and workforce readiness. Students begin their participation by completing a self-assessment, which assigns them to one of three specific learning paths tailored to their existing knowledge. Throughout the summer, participants engage with interactive modules covering topics ranging from predictive data analysis to the role of artificial intelligence in modern banking and social media.
Associated Bank Expands AI Academy for Milwaukee Students
Middle and high school students across Milwaukee are gaining early exposure to machine learning, digital ethics, and personal finance through the second iteration of Associated Bank’s AI Academy. The program, which launched June 29, pivots to a self-paced model to better accommodate student schedules while maintaining a structured curriculum.
Terry Williams, executive vice president and chief information officer at Associated Bank, noted that the transition to an on-demand format was a direct response to feedback from the 2025 pilot program. Students commit roughly 90 minutes to two hours of study per week, earning digital badges and internal incentives known as "AB Bucks" for their progress. The curriculum, vetted by both banking experts and educators, concludes with a Student Pitch Showcase where participants present their findings. Recruitment is currently active at key local sites including the Davis, Hillside, and Mary Ryan clubs, marking a significant effort by the $50 billion asset holding company to foster financial and technological literacy in its home state.
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