Interview with Stride CEO James Rhyu: Disrupting K-12 and Beyond

This interview features James Rhyu, CEO of Stride, Inc., discussing the state of K-12 education and Stride's role in disrupting the industry. Rhyu highlights the large market size of K-12 education, its resistance to change, and Stride's growth in student enrollment and revenue. He addresses the potential impact of AI on education, emphasizing the importance of teachers in the short and medium term due to custodial responsibilities, while remaining optimistic about technology's role in the long term. Rhyu also shares his personal journey to becoming CEO, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, humility, and gratitude in leadership. He concludes with a student success story, illustrating the impact Stride has on individual lives and highlighting the company's mission-driven focus.