Steve Beard, Chairman and CEO of Adtalem Global Education, discusses the urgent nursing shortage and innovative solutions to bridge the gap. He emphasizes the importance of building practice-ready clinicians through modern education methods, including immersive experiences and technology integration. Beard highlights impactful partnerships, like that with SSM Health, to develop training programs that support aspiring nurses. He also advocates for diversity in healthcare education to better serve underserved communities, ensuring a more inclusive workforce.