Episode #252: Redesigning Workforce Pathways: Empowering Local Talent for Global Impact

The Higher Ed Geek Podcast

In this episode, Dustin is joined by Tara Gilboa, a former educator and current Executive Director of Colorado's Tech Talent Partnership. Together, they explore the growing need for local workforce development, particularly in tech and cybersecurity, and how Colorado is addressing this challenge with innovative pathways for students. Tara shares insights on the importance of collaboration between educators, employers, and learners, and how this approach can make education more equitable and aligned with real-world job demands.

Guest Name: Tara Gilboa, Executive Director of Tech Talent Partnership

Guest Social: LinkedIn

Guest Bio: Tara is the Executive Director of The Tech Talent Partnership, where she strives to increase economic mobility for Coloradans through employer-led pipeline management solutions. She is a former Entrepreneur-in-Residence with the Techstars Workforce Development Accelerator and education leader for several public education institutions. Most recently as the Platform Programs Director at M13 Ventures, she supported the former executive team from Digital Ocean to launch playbooks for hiring and recruiting, organizational design, and OKR frameworks. She is committed to supporting Coloradan businesses thrive through best-in-class employer-ready talent and to championing education institutions to deliver streamlined pathways.

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