San Jose, CA — February 5, 2026 — ALLCPR Executive Director Mr. Kenny Miao hosted Mr. Michael Pitkin, Premier Provider Executive from the American Red Cross (ARC), for a meeting today at the University of San Jose.
This session served as a direct follow-up to the exploratory “AI + CPR: Smart Manikin” meeting held on January 21. Today’s discussion focused on advancing that theme by reviewing the specific details related to Smart Manikin systems.
The meeting marks a continued dialogue between ALLCPR and ARC leadership as they evaluate how these systems may support existing training frameworks.
This ongoing collaboration underscores a shared commitment to the “ongoing dialogue and evaluation” deemed essential when exploring new instructional technologies. By further exploring the details of the initiative, ALLCPR and ARC are deepening their partnership to ensure that emerging tools effectively assist instructors and learners while fully respecting established ARC standards and instructional authority.
ALLCPR is a nationwide CPR and First Aid training organization operating across 35 U.S. states through a network of approximately 160 training sites. ALLCPR delivers thousands of instructor-led classes annually to individuals, businesses, and community organizations, with a continued focus on quality, compliance, and accessibility in life-saving education. For more information, visit https://www.allcpr.org
