Announcement

IACET Announces 2025 Distinguished Service Award Recipient

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Sterling, VA — October 29, 2025- The International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) proudly presents the Distinguished Service Award to Tye Beard, honoring her exceptional leadership, dedication, and contributions to the continuing education and training community.

With more than 20 years of experience in Learning and Development, Beard serves as Director of Live Training and OnDemand Solutions at ASTM International. Under her leadership, more than 700 courses have been launched, reflecting her expertise in building robust educational portfolios and leading high-performing teams. Beard has also made significant contributions to IACET, serving as an Accreditation Commissioner and as Chair of the Artificial Intelligence Task Force, where she helps guide the organization’s work at the intersection of technology and talent development.

In her acceptance remarks, Beard said, “I’m deeply grateful to receive this award from IACET. Being part of a community that values quality, innovation, and lifelong learning has been one of the great privileges of my career. It’s inspiring to work alongside professionals who are shaping the future of education and training every day.”

“Tye’s service to IACET has been nothing short of transformational,” said Randy Bowman, IACET President & CEO. “Her leadership, especially in emerging areas such as AI and digital transformation, continues to elevate our mission and inspire the broader learning community.”

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.