Kristy Cunningham
New Market Thoughts
Jun 20, 2025
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Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 6/20
As industry demands shift and traditional education models face new challenges, it’s essential for edtech and workforce development providers to develop tools that foster skills, inform career choices, and support systemic change—ultimately empowering learners to thrive in an AI-driven world.
Jun 13, 2025
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Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 6/13
From adopting holistic, ethical data practices in schools to addressing the persistent barriers to advanced degrees and college completion, the articles in this week's News Roundup highlight the critical role of technology, policy, and collaboration in shaping a more equitable future.
Jun 6, 2025
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Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 6/6
From enhancing career pathways through innovative edtech initiatives to advancing impact investing for a sustainable future, the efforts of edtech and workforce dev are shaping a more inclusive and resilient economy. Addressing pressing issues such as mental health in higher education and adapting to a competitive job market, the articles in this week's News Roundup highlight the critical role of collaboration, technology, and strategic investment in preparing the next generation for success.
Kristy Cunningham is the former Chief Marketing Officer and SVP of Strategic Growth at Bright Horizons, a global education and care company offering high-quality early childhood education through workforce education solutions to over 1200 companies. She was responsible for accelerating growth across all lines of business and creating a compelling customer experience for clients, parents, and adult learners.
Prior to joining Bright Horizons, Kristy drove customer-led transformations as the SVP of Strategy and Insights for McDonald’s U.S. and the Chief Marketing Officer of Hess Retail. In addition to her decade of c-suite experience, Kristy brings more than 13 years of consulting experience as a Partner at Bain & Company in the Retail and Consumer Practice where she advised some of the world’s leading companies on a wide range of enterprise growth opportunities. Kristy began her career as a consultant at Price Waterhouse/PWC.
Kristy is passionate about equity in education, the advancement of women, and child development. She is a national board member of Citizen Schools, a non-profit bringing hands-on learning and career mentors to public middle schools, and a member of Chief, the leading network of executive women. Kristy earned a BS in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School and an MBA from Harvard Business School.
