Name: 3. 1.85 Million Credentials: Credential Engine's Counting Credentials Research and What it Means for You
Start: 2026-07-13T15:45:00-0600
End: 2026-07-13T17:45:00-0600

2026 Badge Summit @ CU Boulder
In-person July 13-15 | Online August 4

3. 1.85 Million Credentials: Credential Engine's Counting Credentials Research and What it Means for You

Monday July 13, 2026 3:45pm - 5:45pm MDT

Glen Miller Ball Room

1.85 million credentials from more than 134K providers offer an unparalleled diversity of opportunities for learning and career advancement. Yet this abundance presents challenges: people must navigate a complex landscape of credentials that document skills and knowledge across a lifetime. Digital transformation and transparency offer the solution. Learn more about Credential Engine’s research and how we all can accurately describe, map, and usefully contribute to the credential landscape. See https://credentialengine.org/all-resources/2025-counting-credentials/

Speakers

Jeanne Kitchens

CTSO, Credential Engine

Jeanne Kitchens serves as the Chief Technology Services Officer, overseeing all technological programs, policies, and advancements across all facets of Credential Engine’s work.Previously, she served as the Associate Director for the Southern Illinois University Center for Workforce... Read More →

Deb Everhart

Chief Strategy Officer, Credential Engine

I serve as Chief Strategy Officer at the non-profit Credential Engine, leading credential and skill transparency initiatives that enable more effective connections between education and career opportunities. I've pioneered open technology standards for competencies and skills, learning... Read More →

Monday July 13, 2026 3:45pm - 5:45pm MDT
Glen Miller Ball Room

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Jeanne Kitchens

Deb Everhart

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2026 Badge Summit

Jeanne Kitchens

Deb Everhart

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