Interview with Dr. Paula Pando VADA Live recently sat down with Paula P. Pando, Ed.D., president of Reynolds Community College, to discuss the critical partnership between community colleges and the automotive industry. Dr. Pando shares Reynolds’ innovative approach to training technicians, including participating in the nationally recognized Toyota Motor Corporation & Lexus Technician Training and Education Network (T-TEN) program and how they’ve embedded EV training into the curriculum. She also discusses the challenges of funding these vital programs and how dealers can help. Hear her inspiring story on how community colleges can transform lives and strengthen communities, and what drives her work every day. Plus, Dr. Pando has a direct message for Virginia’s auto dealers. Enjoy your association news anytime, anywhere. Scan the QR code to visit our online publication to stay up to date on the latest association news, share articles and read past issues. virginia-auto-dealer.thenewslinkgroup.org To watch the interview, scan the QR code. vada.com/blog/2025/02/12/vada-live-interview-with-dr- paula-pando-president-reynolds-community-college/ VADA Live is our newest digital media platform, bringing Virginia’s dealer community timely, relevant insights through live and recorded interviews, trainings and in-depth conversations with industry leaders. Don’t miss an episode! Visit vada.com/live. 10 Virginia Auto Dealer
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