Becky Takeda-Tinker

Becky Takeda-Tinker Overview

Dr. Becky Takeda-Tinker is a strong advocate for workforce success, focusing on innovative and evidence-based education and training programs. As the Chief Education & Operations Innovation Officer at the Colorado State University System, she utilizes her extensive experience to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and deliver cutting-edge higher education and training initiatives, ensuring a successful workforce. Previously, she served as the Recovery Officer for Colorado's Departments of Labor & Employment and Higher Education, strategically investing post-pandemic federal and state funds for economic growth and recovery. Having been the first president & CEO of Colorado State University Global, Becky played a pivotal role in driving operational, organizational, and business success through human development, technological advancement, and data-driven analysis. Under her leadership, CSU Global became the nation's only online, fully accredited, state, nonprofit university.