Partnering for Progress: BCIT’s Role in B.C.’s Economic Future
Partnering for Progress: BCIT's Role in B.C.'s Economic Future
Join Dr. Jeff Zabudsky, President of the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT), for a timely discussion on the critical role BCIT plays in shaping British Columbia's economy. As our province and industries face rapid geopolitical shifts, BCIT's provincial mandate to deliver strategic workforce solutions has never been more essential. B.C. needs BCIT—now more than ever—to strengthen its workforce and drive economic resilience and productivity.
At the forefront of this mission is BCIT's newly launched Strategic Plan. This bold plan reinforces BCIT's commitment to student success by building a future-ready workforce, driving innovation, and fostering inclusive growth. Through strong partnerships with government, industry, and Indigenous leaders, BCIT is creating collaborative solutions to ensure a stronger, more sustainable B.C.
Discover how BCIT is empowering people, shaping communities, and inspiring global progress—because a stronger workforce means a stronger B.C.
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President
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Dr. Jeff Zabudsky has over 30 years of experience within post-secondary and polytechnic leadership roles, both in Canada and internationally. Throughout his career, he has championed applied education as a transformative instrument to enrich lives and contribute to thriving communities.
Prior to his appointment as President of the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT), Dr. Zabudsky was Provost for the American University of Bahrain, having also served as CEO for Bahrain Polytechnic. Before his career took him to the Middle East, Dr. Zabudsky was President and Vice Chancellor for Sheridan College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning.
Dr. Zabudsky is Chair of the Board of Directors for the British Columbia Association of Institutes and Universities (BCAIU) and Treasurer of the Board of Directors for the Skilled Trades Training Consortium. In addition, he is active on the boards for the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade, the Post Secondary Employers' Association, and Invest Vancouver. Previously, he chaired municipal United Way campaigns for both Oakville and Winnipeg.
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