142: Closing the Gap: Aligning Education and Workforce Systems with Angie Besendorfer Chief Impact Officer at AstrumU

In this episode of EdUp Learning and Development, host Holly Owens interviews Dr. Angie Besendorfer, Chief Impact Officer at AstrumU. They discuss the challenges of the current job application process and the need for a more equitable and effective system. AstrumU is a data and insights company that aims to level the playing field in the skills economy. They help individuals create verified skills profiles and work with learning institutions and employers to provide career insights and upskilling opportunities. The conversation highlights the importance of communication and collaboration between education and workforce systems to better align skills and job opportunities.

Takeaways -

The current job application process is broken and disadvantages many qualified individuals.
AstrumU aims to level the playing field in the skills economy by providing verified skills profiles and career insights.
There is a need for better communication and collaboration between education and workforce systems to align skills and job opportunities.
The traditional resume is a static document that does not effectively showcase an individual's skills and abilities

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