You’ve Got Skills (They’re Multiplying) - a conversation with Skillcrush founder Adda Birnir on the new skill based economy
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Did you know that by 2030, 90% of the world’s population will be diving into new skills, sparking 12 million career transitions? Don’t let the wave of change catch you off guard—now’s the time to master the skills shaping the future of work! Join us for a dynamic conversation with Adda Birnir, the visionary founder of Skillcrush. Skillcrush, recently acquired by PowerToFly, is not just an online coding and design school—it’s a game-changer. With over 20,000 students empowered through mentor-led, flexible courses in AI, coding, design, and beyond, Adda will delve into the art of tech upskilling. Get ready to explore how mastering new tech skills isn’t just a choice—it’s your ticket to thriving in the digital age!
Adda Birnir (She/Her)
Before founding Skillcrush over ten years ago, Adda ran a web design and development company that built sites for media clients such as The New York Times, ProPublica, the Manhattan Neighborhood Network and MTV. She has been named one of the "20 Women to Watch in Media'' by the Columbia Journalism Review, one of the "30 Most Important Women in Tech" by Business Insider, and has been featured on the BBC, PBS, Fast Company, and Mashable. And she was appointed by former Mayor Bill DeBlasio to the New York City Workforce Development board. Adda is a graduate of Yale University and calls NYC home. When not growing or teaching at Skillcrush, she enjoys exploring her home borough of Queens and hanging out with her husband and two sons.