Stand Together

This new approach to hiring is revolutionizing the way we think about talent — and it holds the key to long-term economic mobility.

Saprea's retreat empowers survivors of childhood sexual abuse by providing a safe space to heal, connect, and explore different tools for recovery.

We’re excited to share what we’ll be doing at TEDAI San Francisco 2024! This year, we’re hosting a panel focused on AI policy to dive into the critical role of policy in shaping the future of AI, tackling key issues such as regulatory trends, ethical responsibility, and the challenges of propelling innovation. At Stand Together Ventures Lab, the future of AI isn’t just about advancing technology. It’s about using AI to solve society’s toughest challenges in health care, education, the economy, and the future of work. We support our visionary founders with more resources, connections, and mentorship, helping turn bold ideas into transformative solutions. If you’re passionate about creating a policy environment that allows AI to flourish responsibly and for the greater good, let’s connect at TEDAI! #STVLatTEDAI #TEDAI2024 #AI4Good

More than four years ago, John Vance sat in his car at 3 a.m. in an office parking lot. It was the middle of the pandemic, and his anxiety was spiraling out of control. ???? “I had a meth pipe and a big rock of meth. That's all I had,” he said. “I was freaking out. It was like everything was crumbling. I was living in my car. My wife and I were on the rocks, and I'm starting to process that I really screwed this up pretty bad.” His solution? Smoke the meth. “So I got my little torch, and I just killed this meth,” he said. “As soon as that hit, I felt even more anxious.” That’s when Vance realized the drugs weren't fixing anything. “It took me personally in a selfish way, to realize it wasn't making me feel good anymore.” Substance use disorder is different for every person experiencing it. Vance’s mother helped him choose to go into recovery, but he didn't initially embrace that choice as his own. “Basically, I could either continue to be homeless, or I could go to treatment,” he said. “I didn't want to go to treatment. I didn't really want to be homeless, either, so honestly, I wanted to die. But all right, I'll go to treatment. This sounds really stupid, but I'll go.” Vance joined Shepherd’s House in Lexington, Kentucky, a 12-18 month residential recovery program. He also got a job at DV8 Kitchen, an award-winning restaurant that exclusively hires people going through recovery. The two organizations gave him the structure and community he needed to break free of his addiction. Now he’s using his experience of turning his life around to help others. Since his recovery, Vance has worked as a prison counselor helping people in incarceration recover from substance use, showing them every day that life without drugs can be fulfilling and joyful. His own life serves as his best example. “They remind me of where I've been, how far I've come, and I show them I was there too, and they can do this, too...” Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/eYXAjnN7

With 17.1 million Gen Z workers entering the workforce, companies have a chance to harness their unique strengths and capabilities. Employers can prioritize purpose and flexibility over traditional job structures to create a stronger, more innovative workforce.

Traditional talent sourcing is holding back millions. Here’s a new hiring approach that could reinvigorate the American Dream:

Adaptive Training Foundation is more than a gym — it’s a place where individuals who have experienced life-altering injuries, are recognized as athletes. Each ATF athlete arrives with their own story, but together they create a transformative community that seeks to challenge their limits and refuses to let their disabilities limit them.

Instead of fitting into predetermined roles, employees can work with employers to shape jobs that align with their true potential, benefiting both sides.

Have you heard about the Abundance Institute? They’re joining us at TEDAI San Francisco this year, and we couldn’t be more excited. The Abundance Institute is tackling one of the biggest hurdles facing tech advancement today: cultural complacency and fear. Whether it’s in energy, AI, or bioengineering, the Institute’s working to ensure innovation can reach its full potential by investing in talent, supporting founders, and shaping public policy. At Stand Together Ventures Lab, we're all about transforming bold ideas into action, and the Abundance Institute’s mission aligns closely with our own: creating an environment where emerging technologies can thrive. Learn more about the Abundance Institute and its mission here: https://lnkd.in/e3vNUdGP. #STVLatTEDAI #TEDAI2024 #TheAbundanceInstitute

At Adaptive Training Foundation, veterans, amputees, and athletes with severe injuries are redefining what’s possible through shared experiences and mutual support. With help from Beast Philanthropy and Stand Together, ATF athletes can further push beyond their limits—both physically and mentally. This isn’t just about overcoming obstacles, it’s about transforming lives.