Industry leaders from Western Governors U., Business Roundtable, The AES Corporation, NCCER, and Discovery Education shared how businesses and schools can team up to drive talent development and fulfill workforce requirements at the #NationalPathwaysSummit.

Up next, prominent voices from across the country: Kathy Hochul, Governor Mark Gordon, and Senator John Hickenlooper. #NationalPathwaysSummit

“In our new state budget, I secured free community college for adults pursuing high-demand careers, free breakfast and lunch for all students K-12, and continued investments to align education with explosive tech growth happening across our country.” - Governor of NY Kathy Hochul

“Education at a postsecondary level has to be responsive to the needs of industry as it is emerging.” - Governor Mark Gordon shares the initiative of the Wyoming Innovation Partnership at the #NationalPathwaysSummit

"At least in the senate, I think there is a significant majority, 65-70 votes, that would support a reasonable bipartisan approach to an apprenticeship program; we just have to get the partisanship out of the way." - U.S. Senator Senator John Hickenlooper at the #NationalPathwaysSummit

When state policy leads, systems change. Tom Keily from ECS | Education Commission of the States, Amanda Winters from NGA, and Cheryl Oldham from Bipartisan Policy Center, shared compelling state trends to bridge the gap between #education and #workforce at the #NationalPathwaysSummit.

“One of the most important components of success is that we have the ability to accelerate the work.” - Dr. Philomena Mantella. New Jersey and Michigan are proving that two different models can drive economic mobility in unique education ecosystems. #NationalPathwaysSummit

If we want better healthcare systems, we need better training pipelines. #Healthcare and #education leaders and students shared practical approaches to cultivating the next generation of healthcare professionals. #NationalPathwaysSummit

Community colleges = career catalysts. Leaders from SUNY Orange, NOVAcommcollege, and OCC shared their innovative approaches to creating accessible career #pathways at the #NationalPathwaysSummit.

Industry leaders from Strada Education Foundation, ETS, Public Agenda, The Burning Glass Institute, and Pearson explored how data informs more effective and responsive education systems and illuminates the journey from #education to #employment at the #NationalPathwaysSummit.

Clean energy starts with clear pathways. Cross-sector leaders from NY Power Authority, DE Dept of Education, Lyra, Advance CTE, and MDRC discussed building sustainable career pathways in the growing #green economy.

Student ambassadors and leaders from sparknc & CityWorks DC showcased how tech-focused education models and a modern youth apprenticeship program are redefining career exploration and implementation for youth at the #NationalPathwaysSummit!

Industry innovators from Discovery Education, QS, Tallo, and @CorpV showcased scalable platforms that help learners explore, plan, and navigate education-to-career journeys at the #NationalPathwaysSummit!

Student leaders from SUNY - The State University of New York, Arizona State University , University of Washington, Stony Brook University , University at Albany , and UW Bothell shared their priorities and visions of the power of student legislative leadership. Bringing student voice to career #pathways conversations is imperative.

"Let's meet this moment." - U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar at the #NationalPathwaysSummit. "That's how we respond to a rapidly evolving economy and prepare all students for good-paying jobs."

"This is the opportunity for all of us to make the things we'd like to see happen for #education and #career pathways." - Closing remarks from Summit Chair Stanley Litow as he wraps up the #NationalPathwaysSummit.

That's a wrap for #NationalPathwaysSummit 2025! Thank you to our wonderful speakers, attendees, and those who followed along. Let's build what comes next, together, and work toward a future with clear, accessible #education to #career pathways.

Career tech ed creates opportunities & agency for thousands of students across the country. We as educators, businesses & policymakers must align our work & take intentional steps to create more programs to give kids what they need to thrive. #NationalPathwaysSummit

I enjoyed speaking about the P-TECH (Pathways Through Technology) approach to connecting K-12 students with college and career experiences during a panel at the National Pathways Summit at Gallaudet University in Washington, D.C., on May 8, 2025.

Our team at Strada joined a diverse group of cross-sector leaders for this year’s #NationalPathwaysSummit, presented by the National Pathways Initiative Initiative. Together, they: 💼 Discussed innovative strategies to bridge the gap between workforce development and employers’ needs.