Randi Reich Cosentino
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Jul 18, 2025
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From preparing graduates for the AI-driven job market to addressing historic disparities rooted in geographic and socioeconomic factors, innovative solutions are essential. Edtech companies, educators, and policymakers are increasingly collaborating to create equitable, future-ready learning environments that empower all students to thrive in an uncertain world.
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Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 7/11
From the rising demand for targeted training to tackling chronic absenteeism and preparing teens for future careers, these articles highlight the pivotal role that edtech and workforce development companies can play in shaping a resilient, inclusive, and adaptable workforce.
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Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 7/4
The articles in this week's News Roundup collectively highlight the urgent need for a student-centered approach in education, emphasizing relationship-building, inclusivity, and empowerment in the edtech space. From addressing chronic absenteeism through welcoming environments and personalized engagement to leveraging AI tools for tailored instruction, the focus is on creating responsive systems that meet students where they are.
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.
