Degreed CEO David Blake

In today's episode, we have a fascinating conversation with Degreed CEO David Blake. David is a well-known figure in the Utah tech scene, and I've had the pleasure of knowing him since the early 2010s. One of my first events was with David at BYU, alongside Ryan Caldwell from MX. David is one of the most thoughtful and well-read CEOs in the world, and his unique approach to education and lifelong learning is truly inspiring. This episode is packed with insights you won't want to miss.

Timestamps:
00:01:06 - David Blake's Background and Introduction to Degreed
00:02:10 - The Concept and Mission Behind Degreed
00:03:50 - Critique of Traditional Education Systems
00:05:14 - Early Career and Inspiration for Degreed
00:07:01 - The Journey to Founding Degreed
00:08:53 - Degreed's Business Model and Evolution
00:12:23 - Challenges and Successes in Scaling Degreed
00:15:10 - Principles and Values in Building Degreed
00:16:17 - Critique of the University System
00:19:19 - Student Loan Debt and Government Policies
00:23:32 - Employer-Sponsored Education and Its Implications
00:25:57 - The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Education
00:29:41 - Future of Job and Skill-Based Hiring
00:31:41 - Transition from Degreed to Politics
00:32:36 - Running for Vice President and Democracy Reform
00:36:47 - Historical Context of Vice Presidential Elections
00:40:00 - Typical Day and Current Roles
00:42:19 - Writing "The Expertise Economy"
00:43:38 - Decision on Hybrid Work Model
00:45:50 - Book Recommendations
00:47:31 - Reflecting on Who Gave a Chance