Sasha Thackaberry-Voinovich
Founder & President of Newstate University
Dr. Sasha Thackaberry-Voinovich is the Founder and President of Newstate University, an innovative, AI-focused institution designed to deliver radically affordable, competency-based education for today’s workforce. With more than two decades of experience in higher education leadership, she has held senior roles including President of SkillsWave, Vice President for Online and Continuing Education at Louisiana State University, and leadership positions at Pearson and Southern New Hampshire University. A recognized thought leader in digital learning, workforce development, and educational innovation, Sasha is known for reimagining how institutions can better align with industry needs, improve access, and accelerate student success through technology-enabled models.
