Michael Bettersworth

Michael Bettersworth, a native of Texas, currently serves as the Chief Marketing Officer at Texas State Technical College (TSTC) and is the Founder of Skills Engine. Over the past 25 years, Michael has been a key figure at the intersection of workforce and education. His most notable achievement is his instrumental role in designing the nation's first higher education funding model based entirely on student earning outcomes.

This innovative approach has led to TSTC being the only college in the country paid on commission by the taxpayer, rather than seat time. Michael's academic credentials include a Master's degree in Communication Studies and a Bachelor's in Telecommunication from Baylor University. He has authored over 25 studies on emerging careers and technologies and their relevance to Texas business and industry. Michael also holds a patent in machine learning for text-to-skill translation and is a respected advisor on workforce and education policy, shaping industry standards with his expertise.

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