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Leveraging Partnerships and Funding to Drive Innovation in Education – Dr. Charles Lepper, President of Grand Rapids Community College

There are dozens of funding sources colleges can tap into. Dr. Charles Lepper, President of Grand Rapids Community College, shows us how to do it using strategic partnerships.

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Collaborative Solutions to Systemic Challenges: How to Build a Better Future for our Students – Joel Brennan, President of the Greater Milwaukee Committee

Joel Brennan discusses the challenges of the Milwaukee education system and why public and private organizations can work together to improve it.

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How STEM Experiences Can Help Learners Envision What’s Possible – Bryan Wunar, CEO of Discovery World

STEM experiences can open a world of possibilities to learners of all ages. Discovery World is on a mission to create a love of science in an underserved community.

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The New Corporate Learning Method to Attract Talent, Reduce Attrition and Empower Career Growth – Michelle Westfort, Chief University Officer at InStride

Ditch tuition reimbursement programs. Here’s how to attract talent, reduce attrition and empower career growth all in-house.

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Career Pathways Built on Industry-Education Collaboration – Dr. Casey Sacks, President of BridgeValley Community & Technical College

To prepare students for today’s technical workforce, we need to align K-12 to higher education to industry. Hear how BridgeValley is building career pathways through strong collaborations with education and industry partners.

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Competency-Based Learning: A Skills-First Approach to Education – Dr. Doug Jensen – President, Bismarck State College

In today’s workforce, it’s all about having the right skills for the job. Discover how Bismarck State College is running a competency-based model under President Doug Jensen’s leadership.

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How a Bold Vision for Expansion Can Energize an Organization – Tiffany Sanderson, President of Lake Area Technical College

While every other college is worrying about declining enrollment, Lake Area Tech College is expanding! Discover the power of expansion to build excitement and attract collaborators for any organization.

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Launching a Tech Company: A Startup Guide for Entrepreneurs – Amber Busuttil Mullen, Partner at Bowen Tax Law

Want to start your own tech company? In this episode, hear how to structure, launch and sell your own business – a great step-by-step guide for any entrepreneur!

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How an Industry-Sponsored Model Drives Enrollment in this Technical Program – Dr. Rod Flanigan, President of North Dakota State College of Science

How can colleges increase enrollment, provide relevant, skills-based learning to students, and guarantee a job out of college? The answer might be by implementing an industry-sponsorship model. Learn how NDSCS is using this model in their diesel technology program.

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The Value of Neurodiversity in the Manufacturing Workforce – Peter Rathmann, CEO of Allis Manufacturing

Manufacturing can offer a great career for neurodiverse individuals. Learn about how to build a company culture that embraces neurodiversity in our conversation with Peter Rathmann.

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