Addressing real community needs by creating partnerships that convene new technologies, training assets and mentorship, in order for students to address those needs as part of their education. Bob Welsh is the Founder of School To Table Aquaponics.

Combining 25 years of award winning, innovative workforce development for young people with the latest advances in Controlled Environment Agriculture, Mr. Welsh and his team are expanding their community empowerment model to an international network of Ag tech facilities that aims to create a global community of best practice.

In 2016, Mr. Welsh became the CEO of Integrated Agriculture Systems, Inc. (www.intagsystems.com).

From this position, he is now able to bring his effective Public-Private Partnership models to more schools and communities, offering opportunities for new technologies and industry expertise that translate to dual enrollment, professional development, and certification opportunities for K-12 and post-secondary teachers and learners.

Mr. Welsh sits on many advisory boards, including Penn State University and the Pennsylvania STEM Advisory Council. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx