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Your PanelModerator: Brian Poland Director, Walmart Lifelong Learning

Mark WagnerThe HartfordAVP ClaimsLearning Tracy PetrilloEDUCAUSECLO

Clarke PorterPearson VUEVice President Credential Management Robert BlockProfessional Examination ServicePresident & CEO

EDUCAUSE Digital Badging Program

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