Senator Tammy Baldwin joins The TechEd Podcast to discuss bipartisan support for career and technical education, the future of apprenticeship laws, and funding for short-term training programs.
Inside the Bipartisan Push for America’s Skilled Workforce – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Read More »
Tariff policy is shifting by the day—and technical education won’t be immune.
From rising equipment costs to major changes in funding, curriculum, and workforce demand, this episode breaks down five critical outcomes that educators need to prepare for now. It’s not about predicting the future—it’s about scenario planning for what’s coming next.
AI, education, energy—these are key issues for states in 2025. In this episode, one state senator shares his perspective on how leaders should approach investment, policy, and regulation in tech and the workforce.
AI Regulation Can Wait—But Education Reform Can’t – State Senator Julian Bradley Read More »
What Rising Tariffs Mean for Companies, Workers, and the Future of Trade John Murphy, Senior Vice President, Head of International – U.S. Chamber of Commerce Love the episode? Leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ With tariffs back in the spotlight, what’s their real impact on trade, business, and jobs? Are they a
Can U.S. manufacturing stay competitive in 2025? Congresswoman Haley Stevens explores the policies, innovations, and workforce strategies needed to strengthen America’s industrial future in a rapidly evolving global market.
Oak Ridge National Laboratory is transforming manufacturing with breakthroughs in 3D printing, smart technologies, bio-based materials, and cutting-edge workforce programs that are shaping the future of American innovation
Beyond the Buzz: The Real State of Artificial Intelligence, and 9 Insights To Move Us Forward Matt Kirchner, Host of The TechEd Podcast Love the episode? Leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ From boardrooms to classrooms, AI is making waves—but what do organizational leaders really think of artificial intelligence? In this episode,
Wisconsin is on the brink of an AI revolution, with a new report highlighting significant opportunities in manufacturing and education. With Microsoft’s $3.3 billion investment, the state is set to lead in AI innovation, transforming workforce development and creating a skilled talent pipeline for the future.
Wisconsin Poised to Lead AI Revolution, New Report Reveals Read More »
Discover how Wisconsin attracted a $3.3 billion tech investment from Microsoft and what it means for the future of innovation in the region. Dale Kooyenga, President of MMAC, shares insights on Wisconsin’s transformation into a tech magnet and the critical role of education and leadership in this journey.
How Wisconsin Became a Tech Magnet – Dale Kooyenga, President of MMAC Read More »
Tech hubs are emerging in unexpected places in the U.S. Innovator and entrepreneur Greg Tehven (Emerging Prairie) gives advice for startups on this podcast.
You may know Leo Reddy from MSSC, but did you know he had an astounding career in foreign diplomacy during the height of the Cold War? Learn about his fascinating story and pivotal role in the Helsinki Accords during some of the most historic moments in our nation’s history.
Leo Reddy: The Diplomat Who Architected the Helsinki Accords and Helped End the Cold War Read More »
From student-centric learning, to a K-12 career readiness roadmap, North Dakota has continuously updated their approach to education in order to best serve its students and communities. Now, hear from Governor Doug Burgum about how these lessons can be applied nationwide.
A “STEM-Powered Enterprise” with 100,000 engineers in its employ, the U.S. Department of Defense is on the cutting-edge of tech innovation in the world. DUSD Dr. David Honey gives us a unique glimpse into this work and how STEM education can pave the way to a career at the DOD.
Precision agriculture, predictive weather tech, nuclear fusion..these are just some emerging technologies we discuss with Congressman Frank Lucas. It’s an exciting time to be in a STEM field – a great reason to support and grow STEM education in America.
We sat down with Christopher Guith to get a sense for the global energy landscape – what do business owners need to know about energy policy, and how can education respond to emerging trends and technologies in the energy sector?
Brian Beaulieu, world-renown economist and CEO of ITR Economics, predicts what 2023 has in store for our global and national economy and how these trends will impact manufacturing and technical education.
Darca Schools CEO Gil Pereg shares how the private equity model has enabled his organization to affect positive change in Israel’s schools.
Senator Todd Young, U.S. Senator for Indiana, joins us to talk about the CHIPS and Science Act and how it will impact semiconductor manufacturing and research around emerging technologies in the United States
Sequoya Borgman discusses strategies for business owners to help raise their company’s value – including professionalizing the business, investing in automation, and having a workforce development plan.
In episode two of our two-part series with Automation Alley Executive Director and CEO Tom Kelly, we get into some of these initiatives that deploy cutting-edge technologies like 3D printing, blockchain, artificial intelligence and more.
3D Printing, Blockchain and Industry 4.0 Startups – Automation Alley CEO Tom Kelly Read More »
Tom Kelly, Executive Director and CEO of Automation Alley, shares his insights into the current state of Industry 4.0 in the U.S., what manufacturers can be doing to embrace digital transformation, and the role of collaboration in these efforts
Industry 4.0 Readiness in the U.S. – Automation Alley CEO Tom Kelly Read More »
Janelle Duray, EVP and COO of Jobs for America’s Graduates, provides insight into the 3-pronged strategy that enables JAG specialists to prepare students for success in education, life and work.
The 3-Pronged Approach that Empowers Young People to Succeed Read More »
Johnson Controls’ Marc Vandiepenbeeck gives the inside scoop on the company’s investments in smart technology and the future of building controls.
Smart Tech Strategies: How Johnson Controls is Digitizing Their Business Read More »
Hear how Briggs & Stratton CEO Steve Andrews has built a culture of highly-focused, highly-skilled team members building the future of power solutions.
Power Solutions and a Commitment to Win Read More »
Jeff Oravitz shares key insights into economic trends, strategies and changes impacting manufacturing in 2022.
The Economics of Manufacturing: What to Expect in 2022 Read More »
100Kin10 has taken up the bold goal of ending the STEM teacher shortage in the U.S. Hear about this national network of educators, employers and nonprofits who prepared over 100,000 STEM teachers in the last 10 years.
100Kin10: The Mission to End the STEM Teacher Shortage Read More »
Michigan Works! Association’s CEO Ryan Hundt talks about the statewide initiatives to address workforce and economic development in Michigan.
A Statewide Ecosystem for Workforce Development Read More »
“The Education Governor” Tony Evers talks all about education and workforce development on this episode of The TechEd Podcast!
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Joshua Johnson (Jobs for the Future) talks about the life-changing power fo apprenticeship, and how to build DEIA into these programs.
The Power of DEIA in Apprenticeships Read More »
LEO Director Susan Corbin talks with us about Michigan’s Sixty by 30 goal to get more degrees and credentials in the workforce.
Sixty by 30: Reskilling Michigan’s Workforce Read More »