Christine Cruz Vergara

Garrett Lord, Co-founder and CEO of Handshake, leads the charge in democratizing job opportunities for college students. Christine Cruzvergara, Chief Education Strategy Officer, highlights partnerships with universities adapting to AI needs. Sahil Bhaiwala, Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer for Handshake AI, discusses the importance of expert data and foundational skills. Together, they explore AI's influence on the talent market, the role of fellowships in shaping careers, and how innovative job matching is redefining entry-level roles in a fast-evolving workforce.

Christine Cruz Vergara, Chief Education Strategy Officer at Handshake, dives into the complexities of leading Gen Z employees. She discusses their unique approach to work-life balance shaped by the pandemic, illustrating how this isn't laziness but a different perspective. Christine shares mindset shifts to enhance coaching and retention, alongside five key questions that can improve trust and productivity within teams. This insight aims to help leaders turn potential management challenges into successful workplace dynamics.

Christine Cruzvergara, Chief Education Strategy Officer at Handshake, shares insights on how AI is transforming entry-level jobs and the skills needed in the workforce. She discusses the Handshake AI Fellowship, which helps students gain practical experience with AI in real-world settings. Christine emphasizes that AI fluency and domain expertise will be crucial for early-career success, while also addressing the importance of collaborative efforts with AI labs to enhance job readiness and reduce bias in AI outputs.