Shaping the Future of Credentialing and Assessment Security
In this special live episode of Tried and Tested, recorded at the inaugural Credentialing Leaders Summit in Miami Beach, host Isabelle Gonthier dives into the rapidly evolving world of assessment security and innovation. Joined by an expert panel featuring Dr. Yermie Cohen, CEO of Memorang, Janet Garcia, CEO of PSI, and Wally Dalrymple, Chief Security Officer at PSI and ETS, this dynamic conversation explores the critical challenges and groundbreaking solutions shaping the credentialing industry.
From combating exam security threats to leveraging AI as both a defense and offense, the panelists share actionable insights for navigating change and staying ahead of the curve. Discover how organizations can transform disruption into opportunity, the importance of fostering a culture of security, and the collaborative role of vendors and credentialing bodies in building a more secure and innovative future. Tune in for inspiring advice, thought-provoking strategies, and a glimpse into the next era of assessments.
Yermie Cohen
Founder & CEO of Memorang
Dr. Yermie Cohen, MD, is the Founder and CEO of Memorang, where he leads the development of the “AI stack for education,” empowering organizations to create content and personalized learning experiences at scale. Over his career, he has contributed to hundreds of research projects spanning medical devices, data mining, education, and even desalination. As an educator, he has authored hundreds of test prep curricula, and founded initiatives spanning from middle school math through medical school anatomy. As an entrepreneur, he has built and launched dozens of edtech applications reaching millions of learners. Dr. Cohen holds multiple degrees from MIT and a Doctor of Medicine from UCLA. In his spare time, he’s an avid runner, chef, and jazz musician.
Janet Garcia
President of PSI Services
Janet Garcia is the President of PSI Services. She joined PSI in November of 2017 and is a business leader with a strong track record of growing businesses within education and learning technology markets. Based in London, she is responsible for the growth of PSI’s global Credentialing business through a combination of strong organic growth and strategic acquisitions.
Wally Dalrymple
Chief Security Officer at PSI
Wally Dalrymple is the Chief Security Officer at PSI. He has over 30 years of IT experience with a proven track record in leading security programs and driving innovation. He joined ETS as CSO in August 2022 and prior to that served as Chief Information Security Officer at Emergent, Blue Cross Blue Shield™ of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company. Previously, he worked in executive security leadership roles for Dialog Direct and General Motors™.
