Siya Raj Purohit | OpenAI, ChatGPT, Engineering in Education, Investing in EdTech

🌟 WELCOME TO SEASON 6 🌟

To kick off this season of the Learning Can't Wait podcast, Hayley Spira-Bauer sits down with Siya Raj Purohit, from the Education Go-to-Market Team at OpenAI and general partner at Pathway Ventures, for an inspiring and insightful conversation. Siya shares her remarkable journey from being an ESL student to becoming a leading voice in the education and technology sectors. They dive deep into the transformative power of education, exploring how it can change lives and open up new opportunities. Sia also discusses the importance of making learning accessible, practical, and relevant in today's fast-paced world, offering listeners a unique perspective on how education can bridge the gap between different communities and empower individuals to succeed.

The conversation also covers Sia's innovative work on the digital divide, providing a glimpse into the future of education and work. As an expert in both technology and investing, Sia shares her thoughts on the evolving landscape of engineering education and the critical skills needed in an AI-driven world. From the future of work to the role of AI in education, this episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone interested in the intersection of technology, education, and social impact. Whether you're passionate about education, technology, or investing, you won't want to miss this conversation about the future of learning and the power of knowledge to transform lives.

Read Siya's Book: Engineering America: Teaching a Penguin How to Fly

Read Siya's post on Medium: Why You Should Start Your Career at an EdTech Startup

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