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Around The Table: Gates Foundation, Microsoft, and PNNL

April 14th, 2017

In ‘Around The Table,’ we highlight member news and share information on industry trends. This week, we shine the spotlight on the Gates Foundation, Microsoft, and Pacific Northwest National Laboratory. Gates Foundation Launches Higher Ed Podcast “To A Degree” The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation announced the launch of a new podcast led by the organization’s Postsecondary Success team. To A Degree “highlights the… Read more

Around The Table: PNNL and Chateau Ste. Michelle

March 24th, 2017

In ‘Around The Table,’ we highlight member news and share information on industry trends. This week, we shine the spotlight on Pacific Northwest National Laboratory and Chateau Ste. Michelle. In the News: PNNL Director Dr. Steven Ashby pens op-ed, “Skating to where the puck will be” In a recent issue of the Tri-City Herald, Dr. Steven Ashby, Director of the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, highlights… Read more

Meet Our Newest Board Members: Bill Hilf, Kevin McAllister, and Tony Mestres

March 22nd, 2017

The Washington Roundtable is pleased to announce the addition of three board members: Bill Hilf, CEO of Vulcan, Inc., Kevin McAllister, president and CEO of commercial airlines Boeing, and Tony Mestres, president and CEO of the Seattle Foundation. These three bring decades of leadership experience here in Washington state. Their diverse knowledge, passion, and expertise will be an excellent addition the Washington Roundtable board. Welcome!… Read more

Around The Table: Kaiser Permanente and Vulcan

March 20th, 2017

In ‘Around The Table,’ we highlight member news and share information on industry trends. This week, we shine the spotlight on the new Roundtable companies, Kaiser Permanente and Vulcan. Kaiser Permanente Now Providing Care Across Washington We are happy to welcome Susan Mullany, president of Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of Washington, to the Washington Roundtable board. One of the nation’s leading health care providers and… Read more

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Washington Roundtable @waroundtable3 weeks agoThe #apprenticeship program from @amazon is exciting. It works w/ higher ed partners to get participants the education, training & prep needed to earn #credentials and certifications for in-demand positions. Check out the article attached: https://t.co/AjYL7ILeTN https://t.co/OGCt1ZbkPy
Washington Roundtable @waroundtable3 weeks agoRT @wsu: This is great news! @WSUEverett is partnering with @amazon's Career Choice program. Career Choice will provide @amazon employees w…
Washington Roundtable @waroundtable2 months ago“Washingtonians will need more education & training, not less, to prepare for the jobs that our state’s employers are creating,” says Roundtable pres. Steve Mullin. Find out how the WA College Grant can make college & career training a reality. ▶️[https://t.co/3oFfTkVqnl]
Washington Roundtable @waroundtable2 months agoRT @Part4Learning: New from Zillah HS Principal @JeffCharbonneau: WA state needs to allow more high school students to earn college credits…
Washington Roundtable @waroundtable3 months agoLegislators are considering a bill that would open the door for schools to graduate students who lack core basic skills, leaving them ill-prepared to lead economically self-sufficient lives. Say no to HB 1308 as currently written. #waleg #waedu https://t.co/1dvkAEzOZQ