Disrupting Education to Inspire the Future of Work
Brandon Thrasher empowers educators, administrators, and industry partners to connect Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways with purpose, passion, and possibility.
CTE isn’t the alternative — it’s the evolution of education.
About Brandon
Brandon Thrasher is a dynamic CTE Design Strategist, Lecturer, Author, and Speaker redefining what modern education looks like.
With nearly two decades of experience bridging classrooms to careers, Brandon helps educators and administrators transform CTE programs from compliant to compelling — empowering teachers to teach differently so students can live differently.
As the founder of DisruptED Ensayht, Brandon leads a movement focused on real-time learning, student relevance, and future-ready teaching. He is the author of The Gen Z & Alpha Blueprint: Branding CTE for Today’s Learners and From Industry to Classroom: Finding Your Teaching Purpose.
Signature Keynote Topics
DisruptED Ensayht: The Revolution in Real-Time Learning
• Redesign lessons that mirror innovation.
• Inspire purpose-driven learning.
• Build student confidence through relevance.
The Gen Z & Alpha Blueprint: Teaching Today’s Students for Tomorrow’s World
• Understand Gen Z and Alpha engagement.
• Design learning for connection and curiosity.
• Build classrooms rooted in belonging.
CTE 2030: The Future of Work, Skills, and Pathway Design
• Identify future-ready pathways and skills.
• Integrate AI and project-based learning.
• Align CTE with workforce needs.
From Compliance to Confidence: Building High-Quality CTE Programs
• Apply high-quality CTE frameworks.
• Balance accountability with innovation.
• Build teacher capacity through coaching.
The Educator’s Edge: Reclaiming Purpose and Power in Teaching
• Reflect on purpose and personal growth.
• Reignite passion for teaching.
• Lead with confidence and connection.
Breakout Sessions & Workshops
Expand the keynote experience with interactive professional development sessions designed for teachers and site leaders.
Popular Topics:
• Designing Real-World Projects for Real Learning
• AI Tools for Educators: From Prompt to Practice
• CTE Branding and Student Engagement Strategies
• Coaching for High-Quality Pathway Development
Each workshop includes digital resources and actionable next steps.
Books & Digital Resources
Books:
• The Gen Z & Alpha Blueprint: Branding CTE for Today’s Learners – A field guide for engaging today’s students through storytelling and relevance.
• From Industry to Classroom: Finding Your Teaching Purpose – A roadmap for professionals transitioning into education.
Digital Toolkits:
• CTE Speaker Resource Pack
• 30-Day AI Prompt Engineering Plan for Teachers
• Growth Mindset Framework for Student Success
Audience Takeaways
Every audience leaves inspired and equipped to:
• Reimagine education through purpose-driven learning.
• Apply frameworks for Gen Z and Alpha engagement.
• Build stronger, future-ready pathways.
• Rekindle their passion for teaching and leadership.
