Jamie Merisotis

Jamie Merisotis is an influential American leader in education and workforce development. He is best known as the president and CEO of Lumina Foundation, a philanthropic organization focused on increasing postsecondary education access and success in the U.S. Merisotis advocates for innovative solutions to address skills gaps in the workforce and promote equity in education. He emphasizes the importance of aligning education with the needs of the economy, ensuring that more people can gain the skills necessary for quality jobs. His work aims to create a more educated population to drive social and economic progress.