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Locations: CHICAGO, TX, FL, ALABAMA, MO, DC, UKRAINE, SALT LAKE CITY, UT, TUSCALOOSA, ATLANTA, GEORGIA, UNION STATION, WASHINGTON, GA
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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
INROADS, Inc.— the nation’s largest nonprofit developer of underrepresented talent — and Advancement of Blacks in Sports (ABIS ) partner to develop solutions to improve career readiness of Black college athletes.
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- INROADS, Inc.— the nation’s largest nonprofit developer of underrepresented talent — and Advancement of Blacks in Sports (ABIS ) partner to develop solutions to improve career readiness of Black college athletes.
- “Black college athletes can make lots of money during their playing years.
- “Together with INROADS, we will create professional opportunities that inspire Black student athletes beyond sports,” said Gary Charles, CEO, and founder of ABIS.
- Via this partnership, ABIS will connect its student athletes to pre-college programming, paid internships and entrepreneurship initiatives currently offered by INROADS.
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Harris–Stowe State University,
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Nursing ST. LOUIS, MO, Jan. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- INROADS College Links is expanding its presence and impact to St. Louis.
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- ST. LOUIS, MO, Jan. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- INROADS College Links is expanding its presence and impact to St. Louis.
- "We are proud to bring our INROADS College Links Program to St.
- Learn more about INROADS College Links and why you should be involved in this life-changing program.
- INROADS College Links will create opportunities for St. Louis students facing unique challenges in their pursuit of higher education and beyond, leaving a lasting impact on their lives.
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Wednesday, January 17, 2024
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UnitedHealth Group,
Rising Star Award,
The Washington Post,
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Procter & Gamble,
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History,
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Black History Month,
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EST Presented by P&G, this year’s Benefit Gala recognizes change-agents doing breakthrough work to create a more equitable world and achieve the dream of opportunity for all.
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- Presented by P&G, this year’s Benefit Gala recognizes change-agents doing breakthrough work to create a more equitable world and achieve the dream of opportunity for all.
- “Our INROADS founder, Father Frank C. Carr, attended Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s ‘I Have a Dream’ speech during the March on Washington over 60 years ago.
- INROADS is proud to have the support of presenting sponsor Procter & Gamble for this year’s Benefit Gala.
- To learn more about the Benefit Gala and how you can support or register, visit https://inroads.org/BenefitGala/ .
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Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Aircraft,
STEM,
L3Harris Technologies,
Mentorship,
Crystal,
Centre for Airborne Systems,
Engineering,
Quinnipiac University,
Human resources,
Aerojet Rocketdyne,
Sikorsky Aircraft,
United Technologies,
University of New Haven,
University,
National Board for Certified Counselors,
Alexion Pharmaceuticals,
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Psychology ATLANTA, GA, Nov. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- INROADS is delighted to announce the appointment of Crystal Peck to its National Board of Directors.
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- ATLANTA, GA, Nov. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- INROADS is delighted to announce the appointment of Crystal Peck to its National Board of Directors.
- Peck is an INROADS alumna who currently serves as the Vice President of Human Resources for Aerojet Rocketdyne, an L3Harris Technologies company.
- From my college years to being an alumna today, they have played a pivotal role in my professional life," says Peck.
- "We are thrilled to appoint Crystal Peck to our National Board of Directors.
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Wednesday, October 18, 2023
ATLANTA, GA, Oct. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- INROADS is pleased to announce the appointment of Justice Reid to its National Board of Directors.
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- ATLANTA, GA, Oct. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- INROADS is pleased to announce the appointment of Justice Reid to its National Board of Directors.
- Justice Reid brings expertise and leadership to INROADS, having served as the Senior Vice President for Salesforce's Tech Enterprise, Growth Segment.
- "Justice Reid's appointment to our National Board of Directors is a significant milestone for INROADS," said Forest T. Harper, Jr., President and CEO of INROADS.
- INROADS is confident that Justice Reid's diverse experience and unwavering commitment to professional development will make him an invaluable asset to the National Board of Directors.
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IGNITE,
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American Missionary Association,
Economic development,
Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise,
Thurgood Marshall College Fund,
Clark Atlanta University,
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Atlanta University Center,
African Americans,
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Stillman College,
Historically black colleges and universities,
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Spelman College,
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Sustainability ATLANTA, GA, Oct. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The HBCU Sustainable Communities Initiative (HBCU SCI) announces the award recipients of the Southern Company Endowed Professorship in Sustainability, with $500,000 in matching grants going to both Clark Atlanta University and Stillman College.
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- ATLANTA, GA, Oct. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The HBCU Sustainable Communities Initiative (HBCU SCI) announces the award recipients of the Southern Company Endowed Professorship in Sustainability, with $500,000 in matching grants going to both Clark Atlanta University and Stillman College.
- HBCU SCI seeks to equip HBCU talent with support, resources, and knowledge to ensure that underserved communities are socially, economically and environmentally sustainable.
- “The Southern Company Foundation is excited to award Clark Atlanta University and Stillman College with endowed professorships in sustainability.
- Clark Atlanta University was formed with the consolidation of Atlanta University and Clark College, both of which hold unique places in the annals of African American history.
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STEM,
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Minneapolis,
Bank of America,
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Growth,
National Association of Manufacturers,
Johnson C. Smith University,
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City,
RSVP,
Management,
Science Bank of America and INROADS have partnered to address this crisis through the College Links program.
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- Bank of America and INROADS have partnered to address this crisis through the College Links program.
- INROADS College Links, a college and career readiness program, offers mentorship, professional development, and educational resources, fostering a path to academic achievement and future career success.
- Charlotte, NC, has a thriving economic landscape with leadership and job opportunities in government, finance, and healthcare.
- The program will give Charlotte's underrepresented high school students a competitive advantage to secure a career in these fields.
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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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Nursing,
Management SALT LAKE CITY, UT, Sept. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Students in Salt Lake City will soon have early exposure to mentorship, college preparation, and career exploration opportunities through the INROADS College Links program.
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- SALT LAKE CITY, UT, Sept. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Students in Salt Lake City will soon have early exposure to mentorship, college preparation, and career exploration opportunities through the INROADS College Links program.
- The launch event for College Links in the Salt Lake City market will take place on September 26th, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Salt Lake City Public Library Main Branch Conference Center (RSVP here).
- "Bringing this program to Salt Lake City has life-changing implications for the students, their families, and their communities.
- “College Links adeptly equips students with the necessary resources for success, and we look forward to expanding its impact to Salt Lake City,” said Greg Taylor, Executive Director of the NBA Foundation.
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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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Georgia Power,
National Hispanic Heritage Month (United States),
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World Vision Canada ATLANTA, GA, Sept. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Recognizing the pressing need to address the underrepresentation of Hispanic professionals in corporate America, INROADS has designed the Visiones initiative to empower talented Hispanic students across the U.S. by offering unprecedented access to careers in the corporate sector.
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- ATLANTA, GA, Sept. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Recognizing the pressing need to address the underrepresentation of Hispanic professionals in corporate America, INROADS has designed the Visiones initiative to empower talented Hispanic students across the U.S. by offering unprecedented access to careers in the corporate sector.
- The INROADS Visiones initiative encompasses two key areas of impact: paid internship opportunities and the Myrna Garcia Visiones scholarship, all aimed at cultivating the next generation of Hispanic leaders.
- The benefit reception will bring together distinguished Hispanic business and community leaders, INROADS alumni, and partner organizations in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.
- “Our fundraising efforts are focused on leveling the playing field and empowering Hispanic students to excel in the corporate world.
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Wednesday, August 2, 2023
Destiny,
Constellation,
National Conference on Citizenship,
Partnership,
National Conference,
Hope,
Woman,
Student,
Dream,
NASA,
Conference,
Management As part of this commitment, on July 20-21, INROADS proudly presented its highly anticipated 2023 National Conference, Leadership in 3D: Decisions.
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- As part of this commitment, on July 20-21, INROADS proudly presented its highly anticipated 2023 National Conference, Leadership in 3D: Decisions.
- “We have a clear vision and an unwavering dedication to give our students access and hope.
- This is why exposing students to successful entrepreneurs and corporate and community leaders that resemble them is an invaluable opportunity.
- Aisha Bowe, former NASA rocket scientist, global motivational speaker, and founder and CEO of STEMBoard, was this year’s keynote speaker.
