Strategic Thinking to Shape the Future of Education-Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep.65 w/Greg Schermbeck

In Episode 65 of the Global Career Tech Education Podcast, host Sylvester Chisom sits down with Greg Schermbeck, Founder and Principal of SchermCo, to explore how strategic implementation is transforming education and workforce systems across the country. Greg shares lessons from his journey as a former educator turned social impact leader, emphasizing the power of persistence, data, and community partnership. This episode offers practical insights for educators, nonprofit leaders, and anyone working to build more equitable and effective systems.

Topics Covered:-The Power of Public Investment in Workforce Systems

-Education to Employment: Creating Pathways for High School Students

-Data-Driven Family Empowerment That Works

-Listen, Respond, Repeat: The Formula for Family Engagement

-Charlotte’s First Workforce Development Plan

-Greg Schermbeck’s Vision for the Future of CTEGreg Schermbeck Bio:

On today’s episode, I’m joined by Greg Schermbeck, the founder and principal of SchermCo & founder of the SchermCo Foundation a national social-impact implementation firm that partners with schools and mission-driven organizations to drive equity and outcomes in underserved communities. Through services like strategic advising, family empowerment, workforce development, and data-driven corporate social responsibility, Greg and his team are helping to create sustainable change at the systems level. A former teacher, school leader, and Teach For America alum, Greg brings both on-the-ground experience and a visionary lens to his work. He’s also the host of the Square Pizza podcast, where he amplifies the voices of leaders of color making a difference across the country. Let’s dive in.

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