Opportunity Unlocked:
Providing Pathways for American Workers
Corporate America’s commitment to workforce development is delivering real results for American workers. By investing in skills training, apprenticeship programs and career pathways, leading companies are opening doors to higher-paying jobs, long-term career growth and greater economic mobility.
Explore the stories:
Opportunity Unlocked:
Chris Kastner, President and CEO of HII
At HII, the Apprentice School is the backbone of the business’s success. The four-year program, which HII President and CEO Chris Kastner calls the “Leadership Factory,” unlocks opportunities by teaching apprentices the ins and outs of shipbuilding. After gaining top-level training on all aspects of the shipbuilding process, many graduates go on to become foremen, general foremen and even vice presidents at the company.
Opportunity Unlocked:
Blake Moret, Chairman and CEO of Rockwell Automation
Rockwell Automation matches returning service workers with manufacturing roles, facilitating career growth and furthering industry innovation. By focusing on skills-based hiring and lifelong learning on the job, the company is helping to future-proof their workforce.
Opportunity Unlocked:
Chuck Robbins, Chair and CEO of Cisco
Cisco recognizes that strong talent isn't defined by degrees but rather a person's skills. The company has shifted from traditional degree-based hiring toward skills-based hiring, facilitating a more innovative and dynamic workforce.
Opportunity Unlocked:
Chris Nassetta, President and CEO of Hilton
Hilton is committed to supporting its team at all career stages by providing the skills they need to advance into leadership roles within the company.