Randi Reich Cosentino
New Market Thoughts
Nov 14, 2025
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Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 11/14
In this week's News Roundup, we've found stories about leveraging innovative strategies, technology, and targeted interventions to address pressing educational and workforce challenges. From the resurgence of community colleges and non-degree credentials to the ethical integration of AI in classrooms and efforts to combat learning loss, a shared focus emerges on expanding access, improving quality, and preparing diverse student populations for the evolving economy.
Nov 7, 2025
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Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 11/7
The articles featured in this week's News Roundup shine a light on a common thread: technology and smarter workforce linkages are reshaping education for today’s job market. From data-driven career coaching and expanded apprenticeships to virtual career fairs and AI-enabled learning, edtech and workforce development firms have opportunities to widen access, align curricula with in-demand skills, and support responsible, humane use of AI in student success and mental health.
Oct 31, 2025
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Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 10/31
Education and workforce development continues to evolve, with recent research highlighting both exciting opportunities and pressing challenges. From the transformative potential of augmented reality in classrooms to the declining aspirations for higher education among high schoolers, and the persistent issues surrounding quality employment and mental health, these developments underscore the need for innovative solutions.
Dr. Randi Reich Cosentino is currently serving as the chief executive of a community college. Prior to her latest role, Dr. Cosentino served as Chief Academic Officer at Guild Education, a marketplace designed to support tens of thousands of working adult learners through partnerships with Fortune 1000 companies, and non-profit universities. Dr. Cosentino was responsible for academic partnerships and operations, and student success/coaching.
Previously, Dr. Cosentino served as Chief Operating Officer of Quad Learning/American Honors, where she oversaw admissions, operations, student support, and the teaching and learning center. Before that, Dr. Cosentino served as Provost and Chief Academic Officer for Strayer University, and in a number of other leadership roles for 13 years.
Prior to joining Strayer, Dr. Cosentino worked in education technology as well as serving several years in city government with the City of New York, including as the Assistant Director in the Mayor’s Office of Transportation. Dr. Cosentino holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology and political science from the University of Pennsylvania, a master’s degree in business administration from Harvard University, and an Ed.D in higher education also from the University of Pennsylvania.
