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EPISODE · Sep 19, 2025 · 34 MIN

Driving Future Success

from LinkedUp: Breaking Boundaries in Education · host Jamie Saponaro

School is only the starting line. The real question is: How do we prepare students to drive and thrive in a future economy we can barely imagine? In this episode, we sit down with Brad Baird, founder of Penda Learning, and Dr. Steve Miller, a leading researcher on learning platforms, to discuss the future of education and explore what it takes to connect learning with real-world opportunities.Together, Brad and Steve share what’s possible when innovation and equity intersect. From improved learning outcomes to data-driven impact, this episode makes us rethink our traditional understanding of student success.---ABOUT OUR GUESTSBrad Baird is a visionary leader with a passion for transforming education through innovative solutions. With over 30 years of experience in sales and technology within the education sector, he has demonstrated a dedication to addressing the most pressing challenges facing students, educators, and administrators. As CEO of Penda Learning, he is driven by a mission to equip schools with the tools they need to foster engagement, achievement, and long-term success.Dr. Steve Miller is an applied neuroscientist and technology executive with 25+ years of experience bridging research, technology, and enterprise operations. A published author, inventor, and seasoned presenter, he thrives on turning ideas into actionable systems, leveraging data, innovation strategy, and leadership to deliver meaningful results.---SUBSCRIBE TO THE SERIES: ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠YouTube Music⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Overcast⁠⁠⁠FOLLOW US: ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠POWERED BY CLASSLINK: ClassLink provides one-click single sign-on into web and Windows applications, and instant access to files at school and in the cloud. Accessible from any computer, tablet, or smartphone, ClassLink is ideal for 1to1 and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) initiatives. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠classlink.com⁠⁠⁠.

School is only the starting line. The real question is: How do we prepare students to drive and thrive in a future economy we can barely imagine? In this episode, we sit down with Brad Baird, founder of Penda Learning, and Dr. Steve Miller, a leading researcher on learning platforms, to discuss the future of education and explore what it takes to connect learning with real-world opportunities.Together, Brad and Steve share what’s possible when innovation and equity intersect. From improved learning outcomes to data-driven impact, this episode makes us rethink our traditional understanding of student success.---ABOUT OUR GUESTSBrad Baird is a visionary leader with a passion for transforming education through innovative solutions. With over 30 years of experience in sales and technology within the education sector, he has demonstrated a dedication to addressing the most pressing challenges facing students, educators, and administrators. As CEO of Penda Learning, he is driven by a mission to equip schools with the tools they need to foster engagement, achievement, and long-term success.Dr. Steve Miller is an applied neuroscientist and technology executive with 25+ years of experience bridging research, technology, and enterprise operations. A published author, inventor, and seasoned presenter, he thrives on turning ideas into actionable systems, leveraging data, innovation strategy, and leadership to deliver meaningful results.---SUBSCRIBE TO THE SERIES: ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠YouTube Music⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Overcast⁠⁠⁠FOLLOW US: ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠POWERED BY CLASSLINK: ClassLink provides one-click single sign-on into web and Windows applications, and instant access to files at school and in the cloud. Accessible from any computer, tablet, or smartphone, ClassLink is ideal for 1to1 and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) initiatives. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠classlink.com⁠⁠⁠.

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