Announcement

IACET Announces Jackie Harman as Senior Accreditation Specialist

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Sterling, VA — August 28, 2025-The International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) announced the appointment of Jackie Harman as Senior Accreditation Specialist. Harman brings a diverse background across business development, content strategy, education, and finance, and will support IACET’s mission by guiding organizations through accreditation and reaccreditation, advancing provider support resources, and strengthening quality assurance across programs.

Harman’s experience includes nearly a decade with Tagoras, where she most recently served as Director of Content and Business Development leading partnerships and multi-channel content initiatives for learning businesses and training providers. She began her career in finance before transitioning into education as a classroom teacher and staff development leader, and she holds a Master of Arts in Teaching from Johns Hopkins University. She is passionate about helping organizations design, deliver, and evaluate high-quality, impactful learning experiences.

“I’m thrilled to join the IACET team and contribute to its mission of advancing the quality of continuing education and training,” said Harman. “My work with learning businesses and associations has given me a deep appreciation for the role accreditation plays in driving impact, and I’m excited to support organizations as they strengthen their programs and better serve their learners.”

“We are delighted to welcome Jackie to IACET,” said Randy Bowman, President & CEO of IACET. “Her combination of content, program, and practitioner experience will enhance the support we provide to Accredited Providers and applicants, reinforcing our focus on measurable outcomes and continuous improvement.”

For further details, please contact:
Randy Bowman, President & CEO
Marketing@iacet.org
703.763.0705 Extension 103

About IACET: The International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET), a not-for-profit organization, has been a leader in educational standards since its founding, pioneering the Continuing Education Unit (CEU) in 1968 to measure professional learning activity. As an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Accredited Standards Developer, IACET remains committed to advancing lifelong learning by establishing research-backed, consensus-based standards for quality and supporting, through rigorous accreditation processes, a global network of training providers committed to delivering high-quality, transformative learning events.