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Cindy Friedemann
Executive Officer, District Strategy & Economic Development
Cindy Mitas Friedemann, M.Ed. is an experienced professional in career and technical education. She served as the Executive Officer for District Strategy and Development at Metro Technology Centers in Oklahoma for 11 years and 8 months, from September 2010 to April 2022.2 In this role, she focused on bringing together business, entrepreneurial, civic, and educational interests to drive strategic initiatives.3
Friedemann has over 20 years of experience in the CareerTech system, starting her career as a strategic planning and policy analyst for the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education.6 She is known for her work in granting students greater access to careers in their communities and building pathways of hope and opportunities for students to better their lives.1
Recently, Friedemann has taken on a new role as the Executive Director at Creative Oklahoma, an organization focused on fostering creativity and innovation.5 She also serves as the director of strategic partnerships at Moore Norman Technology Center in Oklahoma.4
Friedemann is recognized for her contributions to career and technical education, having been featured in The Journal Record's "50 Making a Difference" profiles in both 2015 and 2020.36 Her work emphasizes the importance of connecting education with industry needs and preparing students for successful careers.
