Randi Reich Cosentino
New Market Thoughts
Dec 19, 2025
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Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 12/19
In today's ever-changing world of education and workforce development, technology is increasingly shaping the opportunities available to students, schools, and employers. From online talent marketplaces and cutting-edge edtech tools to personalized support systems and updated regulations, these changes reflect a shared effort to make education more transparent, results-focused, and centered around the learner.
Dec 12, 2025
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Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 12/12
In today's rapidly evolving workforce Industry, traditional pathways into employment are facing unprecedented challenges, from eroding entry-level opportunities to shifting perceptions of higher education's value. As AI continues to transform skill requirements and job roles, innovative approaches (such as portfolio-based work-based learning, skills-first strategies, and streamlined educational systems) are emerging as vital solutions to bridge gaps and foster economic mobility.
Dec 5, 2025
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Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 12/05
In this week's News Roundup, the articles featured highlight how the traditional pathways from education to career are facing unprecedented challenges and opportunities. From the widening gap between high school graduation and workforce readiness to the diminishing returns of a college degree, stakeholders across the education and employment sectors are rethinking how we prepare young people for success.
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.
