Handshake Sees Explosive Growth as It Builds the Workforce for the AI Economy

For a decade, Handshake has helped millions launch their careers. Now, as AI rapidly transforms every corner of the workforce, Handshake is once again rewriting the rules with Handshake AI—connecting top academic talent with the world’s leading AI labs to validate frontier technologies, build critical skills, and help shape the next generation of foundational models.

With record-breaking growth, and a surge of national attention, Handshake is powering innovation and opening doors to high-skill careers in the fastest-moving part of tech.

In this special episode of Let There Be Light, GSV Ventures’ AI Lead Claire Zau sits down with Handshake co-founder and CEO Garrett Lord, Chief Education Strategy Officer Christine Cruzvergara, and Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer of Handshake AI Sahil Bhaiwala, as they share insights from the front lines where frontier AI labs, higher ed, and the future of work collide.