Episode 7 - An Education Task Force (featuring Andri Orphanides)

Upon Further Inspection · Jun 26, 2025 · 26m · transcript

Upon Further Inspection is pleased to welcome back Andri Orphanides, API’s Director of ICP. We had such a great conversation going with Andri that we extended our chat and split her interview into two parts. Here’s part 2:

Part two of our conversation with Andri is centered around the need for developing programs and educational pathways to attract younger generations, particularly Gen Z, to the industry. She highlights the concerning trend of Gen Z's (and Gen Alpha’s) lack of interest in mechanical integrity and the challenges it poses for the future workforce. The discussion includes ideas…