Company Research Report: Podium Education

Company Overview

• Name: Podium Education

• Mission: To equip college students with in-demand skills needed for today’s workforce while earning college credit. Podium aims to bridge the gap between college education and careers for undergraduate students through experiential learning.

• Founded: 2019

• Founders: No information is available on the specific founders.

• Key People:

• Orly Bartour, VP, Learning Experience

• Dan Blue, VP, Product

• Kim Caldbeck, Chief Marketing Officer

• John Fillmore, Chief Executive Officer

• Isaac Gomez, Chief Technology Officer

• Caroline Ickes, VP, Partner Experience

• Eric Mackintosh, Ph.D., VP, Academic Operations

• Tariq Meyers, Chief Careers Officer

• Aled Owens, VP, University Partnerships

• Christopher Parrish, Co-Founder & President, University Partnerships

• Alex Ricken, Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer

• Jocelyn Rojeck, Chief Operating Officer

• Headquarters: No information is available about the location of the headquarters.

• Number of Employees: No information is available.

• Revenue: No information is available.

• Known For: Podium Education is known for its Global Career Accelerator, a program that combines exploration and hands-on experience directly into the classroom for college credit. It focuses on developing both technical and intercultural communication skills necessary for today's global workforce.

Products

The Global Career Accelerator

• Description: An online for-credit program designed to equip college students with in-demand skills, real-world experience, and a pathway to a successful career.

• Key Features:

• Hands-on experience with industry tools through projects for prominent brand partners like Charity: Water, Publicis Sapient, Intel, and The Grammys.

• Integration of career preparation with soft skill development in communication and collaboration.

• Training in intercultural competency, including an opportunity to earn an Intercultural Specialist Badge.

• Special access to thousands of paid internships and full-time roles, including exclusive partnerships like Upwork.

Recent Developments

• Acquisition: In 2023, Podium Education acquired Untapped, transforming their platform into a comprehensive career network that connects students directly with recruiters and employers.

• Partnerships: Podium Education partners with over 80 universities and serves more than 1,000,000 students globally, enhancing the educational and career readiness of students.

• New Features: The program now includes expanded global and intercultural training scenarios such as the U.N.’s Story Circles.

• Advisory Board: Podium has established an advisory board comprising leaders from industry and higher education to guide the development of their student programs.

Conclusion

Podium Education is committed to enhancing the employability of college students by integrating experiential learning into their educational curricula. By focusing on bridging the gap between college and career, Podium provides students with the opportunity to gain practical experience, develop essential skills, and connect with employers.