Roderick M. Wright
Expert in Workforce Education | Certified Workforce Development Professional | Workforce Strategist & Convener
- Role
- Director for the Build Better Careers Initiative at Cael
- Location
- Oklahoma City, OK, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Roderick M. Wright
As Director for the Build Better Careers Initiative at CAEL, I focus on workforce education and career pathway development. Collaborating with workforce developers, community organizations, and educational institutions, I work to align degree and certificate programs with in-demand occupations, fostering sustainable talent pipelines. My role emphasizes partnership-building to support CAEL\'s impact and revenue goals while convening stakeholders in diverse regions. Leveraging prior experience in training system management and workforce development, I contribute to initiatives that empower individuals and communities through education and career opportunities. I am committed to bridging the gap between industry needs and educational offerings, ensuring alignment with market demands. My dedication lies in fostering collaborations that enhance skills development and drive long-term economic growth
Experience
Director for the Build Better Careers Initiative
Nov 2024 — Present
In my role at CAEL, I spearheaded the Build Better Careers Initiative, focusing on creating sustainable career pathways through strategic partnerships.• Directed a $15 million grant initiative to establish career pathways across five regions. • Coordinated with workforce developers, community organizations, employers, and educational institutions to identify and validate in-demand occupations. • Developed certificate and degree programs to align with career pathway needs, enhancing talent pool sustainability. • Nurtured strong client relationships, contributing to annual impact and revenue goals for CAEL\'s initiatives.• Convener and Ecosystem builder with partners in various states.• Worked to build a sustainable model of workforce and economic development in each region once the grant period ended
Education
Southern Nazarene University
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
2013 — 2013
Oklahoma State University
Master's degree, Adult Education and Workforce Development
2018 — 2021
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