Eric Patnoudes

Eric oversees a portfolio of corporate partnerships at Discovery Education, where he designs programs that align corporate social impact goals with measurable outcomes in education and workforce readiness. With more than a decade of experience at the intersection of education and technology, Eric focuses on creating scalable solutions that connect classroom learning to real-world opportunities. 

At Discovery Education, Eric partners with Fortune 500 companies to deliver initiatives that reach more than 45 million students and 4.5 million educators worldwide. These programs provide authentic learning experiences that help students build essential skills and envision potential careers. 

Previously, Eric held leadership roles at Otus and CDW-G, advising school districts on digital learning strategies and building partnerships with global technology leaders. He earned an M.Ed. in Curriculum, Technology, and Education Reform from the University of Illinois and a B.A. in Special and Elementary Education from the University of St. Francis.