Summary
In this conversation, Jason Palmer discusses his motivation for entering politics and his focus on education technology. He highlights the opportunities and challenges in the edtech space, particularly in the context of remote and hybrid learning. Palmer also shares his insights on leveraging AI in education and scaling sales in a relationship-based environment. He emphasizes the importance of social impact investing and the need to bring the country together through common sense solutions. Finally, he discusses the significance of networking and provides information on his investment criteria and contact details.
Takeaways
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Background
00:51 Motivation for Entering Politics
04:09 Focus on Education Technology
09:31 Opportunities in Remote and Hybrid Learning
11:29 Challenges in EdTech Investments
14:00 Leveraging AI in Education
16:06 Scaling Sales in Education
19:24 Bringing the Country Together
22:09 Political Affiliation and Independence
25:23 The Importance of Networking
29:26 Investment Criteria and Contact Information
Guest: Jason Palmer [LinkedIn]
Socials:
X [@educationpalmer]
Instagram [@palmerforpresident2024]
Facebook [@palmerforpresident2024]
Website: [https://palmerforpresident.us]
About Jason:
Jason Palmer's roots trace back to Maryland, where his upbringing was heavily influenced by his father, Lonnie Palmer, a respected educator and U.S. Army veteran who served as superintendent of the City School District of Albany. Jason attended Averill Park High School in upstate New York before pursuing his studies at the University of Virginia, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Interdisciplinary Studies in 1994. Continuing his academic journey, he furthered his education at Harvard Business School, graduating with a Master of Business Administration degree in 1999. In 2010, Jason returned to his hometown of Baltimore, Maryland, marking a significant milestone in both his career and personal life.
Throughout his professional journey, Jason has founded and led three technology and services companies, leveraging his expertise to hold executive positions at Microsoft Education, SchoolNet, and Kaplan.
Palmer's diverse background spans business leadership, impact investing, and political advocacy. He champions conscious capitalism and tech innovation, signaling a shift in political dynamics with his unexpected win in the 2024 American Samoa Democratic caucuses.