Apprenticeship Works

Exciting News!! ?? ?? The first day of our Data Analytics program has successfully launched! We are incredibly grateful to partner with BuildWithin, City of Chattanooga, Chattanooga 2.0, Chattanooga State Community College, Tech Goes Home Tennessee, Chattanooga Technology Council (ChaTech), The Enterprise Center and Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce. This partnership exemplifies the power of collective action in creating pathways to economic mobility and a more equitable future for #Chattanoogans. From a competitive pool of 180 applicants, we selected eight exceptionally bright individuals to join our inaugural cohort. These driven individuals are eager to embark on this seven-week intensive training, where they will gain invaluable skills and earn six sought-after Data Analytics certifications. Get ready, #Chattanooga! The future of #DataAnalytics is bright, and these talented individuals are leading the way. #apprenticeship #skillsdevelopment #workforcedevelopment #upskilling #lifelonglearning #techjobs Andrew Hudson Patrick O'Hagan, Ed.D. Austin Corcoran Lindsey Parker Walton R.

At Unum in #Chattanooga, leadership is redefining professional growth from within. Daniela LaCelle is adopting an approach that provides her team members with a meaningful opportunity to #upskill and expand their knowledge and capabilities. This week, two Unum team members officially began their apprenticeship program; a direct investment in their professional growth and the future of Unum. What makes this approach pretty amazing? - It demonstrates Unum's commitment to provide structured pathways for employee development - It equips their team members with new skills and knowledge - It supports their internal talent through targeted learning opportunities Daniela's vision goes beyond traditional training, she's creating a culture that recognizes and supports the potential of her team members. We are so appreciative of Daniela's bold approach in adopting the #apprenticeship model to upskill her team and encourage you all to do the same! Congrats to Unum's newest apprentices and to a leadership team committed to nurturing the potential of its people! #professionaldevelopment #internaltalent #upskilling #careergrowth City of Chattanooga Hamilton County Government Hamilton County Department of Education Chattanooga 2.0 BuildWithin

We're incredibly proud to announce the completion of the inaugural Chattanooga Tech Accelerator cohort in Data Analytics! Starting with over 180 applicants, we selected 8 exceptional individuals who demonstrated remarkable dedication - attending intensive style training Monday through Friday from 5:30-8:30pm for seven consecutive weeks. These trainees didn't just complete a program; they transformed themselves into work-ready data analytics professional equipped to meet the evolving demands of today's technology landscape. The commitment shown by these trainees is truly inspiring. They balanced existing responsibilities while dedicating 15+ hours weekly (in person, and many more on their own!) to upskill themselves for the future workforce. Their perseverance has paid off, and they're now ready to make immediate impact in their new roles. As technologies evolve, so does the skills gap. Through this accelerator, we're proud to be equipping local talent with the precise capabilities employers need in the moment! To our amazing graduates: Congratulations! Your journey is just beginning! To our partners and stakeholders: Thank you for helping us create this life-changing opportunity. The #collectiveimpact makes this vital work possible. Interested in connecting with our newly certified data analytics professionals? Reach out - these talented individuals are ready to contribute to your organization's success! Leticia Nunez Weston Braddock Rayder Yoc Tyrin Breaux Deborah Crutcher Fernando H. Lakisha Howard #DataAnalytics #WorkforceReady #TechTalent #SkillsGap #LocalTalent #TechAccelerator City of Chattanooga Chattanooga 2.0 BuildWithin Tech Goes Home Tennessee The Enterprise Center Chattanooga State Community College Chattanooga Technology Council (ChaTech) Andrew Hudson Walton R.

Looking to grow your talent pipeline without the complexity? Our CEO, Dr. Ximena Gates Hartsock, recently shared valuable tips on launching successful apprenticeship programs that can transform your workforce development strategy. Right here in #Chattanooga, we're seeing real results with active apprentices in diverse roles ranging from #CustomerSuccess to #DigitalMarketing to #SoftwareDeveloper and beyond. Large and small companies locally are embracing apprenticeships for a number of reasons: - Upskilling their existing workforce - Reducing turnover through meaningful on-the-job training - Decreasing onboarding costs for new talent acquisition - Building sustainable talent pipelines aligned with specific business needs The business case for #apprenticeships is clear and compelling. Learn more in Dr. Ximena Gates Hartsock article below, and connect with us to learn how our U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship Pathways can benefit your organization. #hiringstrategy #humanresources #chattanooga #workforcedevelopment City of Chattanooga Hamilton County Government Chattanooga 2.0 BuildWithin Hamilton County Department of Education

Big thanks to Joshua Cropp, CFP?, CDFA? for leading the final Tech Mentors Talk this week on #FinancialLiteracy for the trainees of the Chattanooga Tech Accelerator in Data Analytics. Josh gave a whirlwind tour of everything from budgeting to credit scores to personal investing. He led the trainees in a dynamic conversation and we are thankful for his investment in their professional trajectory. We know that in order for #EconomicMobility to be possible someone needs the #SocialCapital and financial skills to manage the fiscal capital that their hard-earned #TechSkills can help them reach. Thankful for a Chattanooga community committed to helping us lead through #collectiveimpact. As part of a Chattanooga 2.0 #ViablePathwaytoProsperity this Tech Accelerator seeks to remove all barriers through a wholistic approach to professional development. Thanks to our partners that have made this opportunity possible Chattanooga 2.0; City of Chattanooga, The Enterprise Center, Tech Goes Home Tennessee, Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce, Chattanooga Technology Council (ChaTech), Chattanooga State Community College, Apprenticeship Works, BuildWithin Keri Randolph, Walton R., Austin Corcoran, Geoff Millener, Sammy Lowdermilk, Melissa Callejas, m.ed, Sarah Marquez Berestecky, Lindsey Parker, Charita D. Allen, Patrick O'Hagan, Ed.D., Dr. Ximena Gates Hartsock, Chyna Keene

We are thrilled to highlight Glenn Perry, the Coordinator for Work-Based Learning and Youth Apprenticeships at Hamilton County Department of Education, as one of our amazing apprenticeship ambassadors! Glenn is not just a tireless proponent for #apprenticeships, but also an active participant in our steering committee. His dedicated involvement and passion for developing our future #workforce is energizing. As a lifelong Chattanoogan, Glenn cares deeply about our community. His support and engagement have been invaluable to our innovation hub, helping to shape and nurture #opportunities for our youth in Hamilton County. Glenn's efforts have opened career pathways for students who may have been limited in their options after high school by educating them about both pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship opportunities. Thanks Glenn for your unwavering commitment and for being a beacon in the apprenticeship community. Your dedication makes a tremendous difference and plays a huge role in the #collectiveimpact! City of Chattanooga Hamilton County Government Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce BuildWithin

Collaboration and #collectiveimpact is at the heart of our success, and our partnership with Andrew Hudson and Chattanooga 2.0 exemplifies this philosophy. Andrew brings exceptional professional development leadership and valuable expertise to the table, making our daily collaboration both productive and inspiring. We're grateful for this strategic relationship that continues to drive our growth and impact.

Meet Omar Gearing, one of our current apprentices at EPB! After graduating from local Hamilton County Department of Education Central High School in 2019, Omar worked as a package handler before discovering a life-changing opportunity through apprenticeship. Today, Omar is developing valuable skills, earning a thriving wage, and building a meaningful career at EPB. Omar represents the incredible talent right here in #Chattanooga. His journey from package handler to #skilled professional showcases how apprenticeships bridge the skills gap while creating #pathways to sustainable careers. We're proud to connect #locatalent like Omar with employers who understand the value of apprenticeships. His success story is just one example of how we're building a stronger workforce, one apprentice at a time. Employers: Building your #workforce talent from within through apprenticeship is simpler than you might think. Let Omar's success story inspire your next workforce development strategy. City of Chattanooga Hamilton County Government BuildWithin Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce EPB

Super thankful to Shadrina Booker for speaking with the trainees of the Chattanooga Tech Accelerator this week! She brought a wealth of leadership experience, wisdom, #softskills, and #socialcapital from a CEO's perspective. This was an awesome opportunity for the trainees to learn from an innovative leader in our community. This week's Chattanooga Technology Council (ChaTech) Tech Mentor Talk focused on "Time Management and Organization." Learning to create balance and focus for success is a life skill that will not only bring professional success in a thriving career but broader success to sustain a thriving life. Now in week six of the seven week Tech Accelerator, trainees are synthesizing these #durableskills with the #hardskills of data analytics and professional development broadly. This training is a key example of #collectiveimpact and a #viablepathwaytoprosperity. Grateful for our partner organizations making this possible Chattanooga 2.0, Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce, The Enterprise Center, Tech Goes Home Tennessee, City of Chattanooga, Chattanooga State Community College, Apprenticeship Works, BuildWithin Austin Corcoran, Keri Randolph, Walton R., Lindsey Parker, Geoff Millener, Sarah Marquez Berestecky, Melissa Callejas, m.ed, Patrick O'Hagan, Ed.D., Charita D. Allen, Dr. Ximena Gates Hartsock, Chyna Keene

Meet Heather Williams, one of our incredible Steering Committee members! A proud #Chattanooga native, Heather brings her expertise as Vice President of Client Success at Steam Logistics to our organization. Her strategic approach to growth and development, both for internal and external stakeholders, has proven invaluable to our mission. What sets Heather apart is her infectious energy and unwavering commitment. She brings thoughtful suggestions, active engagement, and meaningful support to our steering committee meetings. As an ambassador for our outreach efforts, her impact resonates throughout the community. We're truly fortunate to have Heather's voice and leadership helping guide our path forward. Her deep understanding of both our local community and strategic growth makes her an essential part of our collective team. #leadership #communityimpact #professionaldevelopment #apprenticeship #workforcedevelopment City of Chattanooga BuildWithin Hamilton County Government Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce Hamilton County Department of Education