The 2024 Leadership Summit will bring education and talent development to the forefront, exploring the skills essential in an AI-driven world and the changes needed in teaching, learning, and employer engagement to make these skills accessible for all. On December 9th, Tom Vander Ark, CEO and Partner at Getting Smart, will join us as our keynote speaker to reimagine talent development.
Tom Vander Ark is a visionary in talent development and education innovation, with a focus on how learning can shape thriving communities and drive economic mobility. With a career that spans roles as the first Executive Director of Education at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, a public school superintendent, and now an advocate for innovative learning ecosystems, Tom brings an unparalleled perspective on the intersection of education, technology, and community development.
At Getting Smart, Vander Ark leads efforts to transform learning ecosystems, helping schools, districts, and communities adopt meaningful, future-forward approaches to education. Through consulting, strategic partnerships, and thought leadership, Getting Smart supports schools, districts, and learning organizations in implementing future-ready education practices that empower all learners to thrive.
In his keynote, he'll explore essential questions, such as:
- How do we reimagine education to better connect students with purposeful work?
- What are the pathways that ensure education meets the needs of a rapidly changing workforce?
- How can we leverage innovative tools to deliver equitable, impactful learning experiences?
Join us for a thought-provoking session as Vander Ark shares practical strategies for creating a responsive, impactful education system tailored to the needs of tomorrow’s workforce, thus Advancing our World-Class Ambitions.
