What's Happening in Flagstaff, AZ…

Flagstaff is getting an inside look at how Formula 1 racing operates when technology leader Kirk Dunsavage gives his keynote address at Northern Arizona University this fall.

The lecture is part of the Flagstaff Festival of Science, which runs for more than a week from late September to early October. Educational events for children, sky viewing, trail hikes, and concerts are all part of the festivities.

Kicking off the festival is W.L. Gore and Associates Keynote Presentation with F1’s Dunsavage. Prior to his lecture, a ballet called “Vroom, Vroom, Vroom!,” inspired by his keynote address, will be performed by the NAU Community Dance Academy.

Dunsavage is the Chief Technology Officer at PRC-Saltillo. Before that, he was a lead software developer at Williams Racing Formula One. The art of race engineering, including creating simulations and designs to maximize a vehicle’s aerodynamics, was all part of Dunsavage’s work behind the racetrack.

Throughout his career, Dunsavage has focused on helping businesses enhance their strategy, organizational leadership, rollout of technology, and integration of artificial intelligence in roles that have included two decades as an executive at Intel Corporation.

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Kirk Dunsavage’s keynote address is happening on Friday, September 25 at 6:30 pm, with doors open at 6:00 pm, at the Ardrey Auditorium on the NAU campus at 1115 Knoles Drive in Flagstaff.