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🎉 The wait is over. We are thrilled to announce the official launch of Riipen’s inaugural Annual Impact Report! 🌟 Discover how we’re revolutionizing higher education and internships to end underemployment. See how bridging the gap between education and industry transforms students’ lives and the pivotal role employers play in developing a skilled workforce. 🥑 What you will find inside: · Who we are and where we are · The ecosystem approach · Our journey to 1M learner experiences · Our impact methodology · Our vision for 2024 and onwards 👉 Explore the future of work and our vision for 2024 and beyond. Join the conversation and download your copy today: https://hubs.li/Q02BZ3y10 #Impact #Report #EdTech #ExperientialLearning #WorkBasedLearning

📍Stay informed on all things #HigherEducation, #FutureOfWork, and #ExperientialLearning. Sign up for The Riipen Report, our monthly newsletter, which features the latest Riipen news, upcoming webinars, work-based learning insights, user spotlights, success stories, and more. Read our latest edition here: https://hubs.ly/Q02Ww4GD0 👉 Subscribe now: https://hubs.ly/Q02Ww4JD0 #TheRiipenReport #Newsletter #EdTech #WorkBasedLearning

🌟 A look back at a week of impactful insights and inspiring conversations. Riipen had the pleasure of attending two transformative events this week, each dedicated to shaping the future of education and work. Here’s a glimpse into our journey: 🥑 AI & Education: From Access to Impact Summit | Cambridge, MA Our Co-Founder & VP of Experiential Learning, Dave Savory and our Director, Strategic Partnerships, Dr. Mara "Red" Woody, Ed.D., joined forces with Charles Ansell, Vice President for Research, Policy, and Advocacy at Complete College America, and Dr. Mark Potter, Provost of City Colleges of Chicago, in a session titled “AI for All.” Together, they explored strategies to bridge the digital divide through work-based learning, highlighting how innovative AI integration can provide more equitable access to career-aligned skills for diverse learners. 🥑 2024 CAEL Annual Conference | New Orleans, LA At CAEL’s 50th annual event, Dr. Mara "Red" Woody, Ed.D. represented Riipen in a panel discussion on “Building a Connected Ecosystem for Higher Education and the Workforce.” She was joined by Melissa Martin, Director of Workforce Development at the Colorado Community College System, Dr. Chris Graham, Ed.D., Executive Vice President of Workforce Education Solutions at National University, and Jason Tyszko, Senior Vice-President at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation. The panelists discussed how cross-sector partnerships are driving accessible, impactful learning opportunities. Michael Weber, Riipen's Account Executive, also connected with attendees at our booth and explained how Riipen connects students to real-world projects to build essential career skills. 💡 Reflecting on this dynamic week, we’re inspired by a shared vision of an equitable, skills-driven future where every learner can succeed. 👉 Curious how Riipen can help your institution? Book a chat with our team today: https://hubs.li/Q02WByLV0 #HigherEdInnovation #EdTech #CAEL2024 #AIEdEquity #WorkforceDevelopment #ExperientialLearning

🌟 Riipen is excited to speak at Accelerate 2024, taking place in Victoria, BC, this November. This conference brings together leading voices in education and industry to tackle the challenges of future-proofing skills and closing the gap between learning and the workforce. 💡 Join Dave Savory, Riipen’s Co-Founder and VP of Experiential Learning, Dr. Mike Kennefick, Senior Advisor, Business Development at Mitacs, Andrea Giles, Executive Director at the University of Victoria, and Charlene Marion, Executive Director at CEWIL/ECAIT Canada, for an engaging session moderated by Matthew McKean, Chief Research & Development Officer at the Business + Higher Education Roundtable (BHER), on how Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) initiatives are preparing students for success through industry collaboration. 🗓️ Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at 1pm PT 📍 University of Victoria, Sngequ House Conference Center 👉 Secure your spot now: https://hubs.li/Q02WxR730 #Accelerate2024 #WIL #FutureofWork #HigherEducation #ExperientialLearning

🥑 The October 2024 edition of the Riipen Report newsletter is out. Discover our upcoming webinars, latest partnership announcements, news and insights, user spotlights, and more.

🚀 Riipen is thrilled to partner in Year 2 of the Diverse Tech Talent Program (DTTP)! For Black Canadians & newcomers to Canada, seize this opportunity for hands-on learning, mentorship, and a $10,000 scholarship. 👉 Applications are open—apply today to join this incredible journey in tech!

✏️ Mark your calendars. Riipen will present at the Technology and Education Seminar and Showcase (TESS) Conference 2024, hosted by eCampusOntario, in Toronto, ON, on November 6, 2024. This event will bring together educators, administrators, and digital learning experts to share insights and shape the future of education. We’re looking forward to discussing how work-integrated learning (WIL) is redefining education for an AI-driven future. 💡 Join Midia Shikh Hassan 施美迪, Riipen's Manager of Strategic Partnerships, and Simone Moreau-Rodgers, Professor and Program Coordinator at Fanshawe College, as they explore how a digital-first curriculum and industry partnerships can drive learning and innovation. They will also share practical strategies for integrating real-world projects and fostering industry collaboration that drives both student success and economic growth. 🗓️ Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at 11:15am ET 📍 Toronto Reference Library, Novella Room. 👉 This session is ideal for those looking to strengthen connections between education and the workforce. Register now: https://hubs.li/Q02VM6gC0 #TESS2024 #HigherEducation #ExperientialLearning #WorkIntegratedLearning #EdTech

✨ Webinar reminder alert! ✨ 🗓️ Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at 1pm ET (10am PT), join us for a unique, storytelling-based session sharing Riipen’s indigenization journey. Kathaleen ‘Shannon’ Loutitt, Matriarch and Co-Founder of IISB, and Midia Shikh Hassan 施美迪, Strategic Partnerships Manager at Riipen, will dive into how our partnership with the IISB has shaped us, revealing meaningful personal stories and cultural insights along the way. Hear firsthand how Indigenization is transforming our work, sparking new perspectives, and paving the way for deeper, impactful connections. 👉 Register now: https://hubs.li/Q02WkCzk0 Can’t make it live? No worries—register to receive the recording! #Indigenization #Storytelling #DiversePerspectives #IISB #Riipen #Collaboration

Version française ci-dessous. 🌟 We’re hiring! Are you ready to help shape the future of education and make a lasting impact? We are seeking a Bilingual Sales/Business Development Representative (EN/FR) to join our Employer Success team and help grow our network of employers who are collaborating with students across North America. 🥑 Bilingual Sales/Business Development Representative (EN/FR): In this role, you will be working in both French and English to prospect, nurture, and convert employers into active customers. Your work will directly increase the number of employers on our platform providing students with meaningful experiential learning opportunities. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to make a real difference in a mission-driven, innovative environment. 👉 Take the next step in your career and apply today: https://hubs.li/Q02WhF4v0 #Hiring #CustomerSuccess #Bilingual #JoinOurTeam #HigherEd #EdTech #RemoteWork #Innovation **** 🌟 Nous recrutons! Êtes-vous prêt.e à contribuer à façonner l'avenir de l'éducation et à avoir un impact durable? Nous sommes à la recherche d'un.e représentant.e bilingue des ventes et du développement des affaires (EN/FR) pour rejoindre notre équipe de réussite des employeur.euse.s et contribuer à la croissance de notre réseau d'employeur.euse.s qui collaborent avec des étudiant.e.s à travers l'Amérique du Nord. 🥑 Représentant.e bilingue des ventes et du développement des affaires (EN/FR) : Dans ce rôle, vous travaillerez en français et en anglais pour prospecter, nourrir et convertir les employeur.euse.s en client.e.s dynamiques. Votre travail permettra d'augmenter directement le nombre d'employeur.euse.s sur notre plateforme offrant aux étudiant.e.s des opportunités d'apprentissage par l'expérience significatives. Vous collaborerez avec des équipes interfonctionnelles pour faire une réelle différence dans un environnement innovant et axé sur une mission. 👉 Entamez la prochaine étape de votre carrière et postulez dès aujourd'hui : https://hubs.li/Q02WhF4v0 #Recrutement #ServiceClient #Bilingue #RejoignezNotreÉquipe #EnseignementSupérieur #EdTech #Télétravail #Innovation

🔦 Educator spotlight: Meet Dr. Jim Ruether, Full-Time Faculty at Strayer University. 🌟 Dr. Ruether uses Riipen in his Business 399: Business Experience through Workplace Learning course to teach students teamwork and project management skills through real-world projects. His course is structured to provide practical experience in team organization, overcoming challenges, and delivering real client projects. 💡 Discover how Dr. Ruether’s 11-week course helps students develop essential skills, receive constructive feedback, and deliver unique presentations that clients often implement. His students find the experience highly rewarding, and clients consistently return for more. 👉 Read more here: https://hubs.li/Q02WhFNw0 #HigherEducation #WorkBasedLearning #StudentSuccess #RealWorldProjects #EducatorSpotlight