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SC Johnson | Agile Skills for a Community In Need

SC Johnson partnered with Gateway Technical College to address the Racine community’s skilled worker shortage. They created a 14-week Bootcamp program to train unemployed and underemployed people in manufacturing and industrial trades.
Ohio Manufacturers’ Association Educational and Industrial Development Institute

The Ohio Manufacturers’ Association (OMA) is working to create a more diverse and skilled manufacturing workforce. Partnering with over 100 employers, including major companies like Honda, Lincoln Electric, and Kenworth, OMA is specifically targeting women, urban residents, and individuals from Appalachian coal communities. Through collaborations with leading community organizations, OMA…
Southwestern Oregon Workforce Investment Board | Driving Prosperity

In southwestern Oregon, the Driving Prosperity program tackles the national truck driver shortage by bolstering the regional transportation industry. This initiative prioritizes partnerships with trucking companies like A&M Transport and Bettendorft Trucking to ensure training aligns with employer needs. Their goal is to train a significant number of new drivers…
MKE Tech | Building a Diverse Tech Talent Pipeline

The MKE Tech Hub Coalition targets both sparking early interest and equipping the workforce with relevant skills. For K-12 students, the MKE Hour of Tech ignites a passion for technology. Beyond K-12, they partner with the National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) to offer computing programs at technical…
Coated Technical Solutions | Liberating the Maker, Inspiring Youth

Faced with a projected 18% annual growth in the smart fabrics industry, Rhode Island’s Coated Technical Solutions (CTS) partnered with the Rhode Island Department of Education and other organizations to create FabNewport. This community-based program uses the motto “Make, Learn, Do” to provide students as young as third grade with…
Texas Instruments | STEM Literacy, Creativity Through Robotics Competitions

Texas Instruments is concerned about the future of STEM education in the US. There are not enough graduates to fill the growing number of STEM jobs. They believe robotics competitions are a fun and engaging way to get students interested in STEM. Texas Instruments partners with organizations like FIRST and…
Exxon | Partnership with the National Math and Science Initiative

Facing a future dependent on a strong STEM workforce, ExxonMobil tackles the challenge from two angles: supporting qualified STEM teachers and providing high-quality STEM education to students. They collaborate with organizations like the National Math and Science Initiative (NMSI) to expand access to rigorous STEM courses, preparing students for college…
Florida Gulf Coast University Board of Trustees | Southwest Florida Equitable Jobs Pipeline

Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) received a grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) to establish the “Florida Gulf Coast University Southwest Florida Equitable Jobs Pipeline.” This program targets four key industries crucial to the region’s economy: healthcare, manufacturing, education, and transportation/distribution/logistics. With a focus on equity, FGCU will…
Honeywell | Partnership with Mesa schools to promote STEM learning

Honeywell, an aerospace company based in Phoenix, has partnered with Mesa Public Schools to boost Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education in the district. This collaboration aims to spark student interest in STEM fields through various initiatives. The program offers seminars, hands-on activities, and mentorship opportunities for students across…
Abbott | Shaping the Future of STEM Internship Program

A report by Talent Forward highlights a concerning gender gap in STEM fields. Nearly half of girls surveyed indicated they weren’t encouraged to pursue STEM studies, and only 60% of women with STEM degrees transitioned into related jobs. The study also found that many women leave STEM careers within a…