About this episode

This episode discusses Florida's approach to strengthening pathways from high school to postsecondary education and careers with insights from Nathan Hoffman.

In this episode of Statehouse Spotlights, host Ashley Mullins explores Florida’s evolving approach to strengthening pathways that connect students from high school to postsecondary education, careers and long-term economic opportunity. Ashley is joined by Nathan Hoffman, Senior Legislative Director at ExcelinEd in Action and Director at the Foundation for Florida’s Future, to discuss the policy priorities shaping Florida’s higher education and workforce agenda this legislative session.  As lawmakers consider a broad slate of proposals, Florida is placing increased emphasis on return-on-investment accountability, workforce alignment and transparency across education systems. The conversation highlights how policymakers are working to ensure college programs and credentials are connected to real labor market demand and that students and families have access to clearer information about outcomes, costs and career opportunities.  As Florida’s legislative session enters its final stretch, this episode offers insight into how policymakers are working to build stronger connections between education and the workforce—and what…

People in this episode

Host: Ashley Mullins

Guest: Nathan Hoffman

Topics covered

• college pathways
• career pathways
• higher education
• workforce alignment
• legislative priorities
• economic opportunity

Keywords

• Florida
• education policy
• workforce development
• legislative session
• student outcomes
• career opportunities

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: ExcelinEd in Action, Foundation for Florida’s Future

Places: Florida

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