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UpSkill America supports employers and workforce organizations to expand and improve high-quality educational and career advancement opportunities for America’s front-line workers.

UpSkill America, an initiative of the Aspen Institute Economic Opportunities Program, supports employers and workforce organizations to expand and improve high-quality educational and career advancement opportunities for America’s front-line workers.

We seek to create a movement of employers, civic organizations, workforce intermediaries, and policymakers working collaboratively to implement education, training, and development strategies that result in better jobs and opportunities for front-line workers, more competitive businesses, and stronger communities.

JetBlue's Chief Executive Officer and President, Robin Hayes congratulates the first graduates of JetBlue's employer-sponsored college degree program - JetBlue Scholars. (Photo: Business Wire)
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JetBlue Celebrates First Graduates of Its Employer-Sponsored College Degree Program

The program offers crewmembers the opportunity to earn a fully-accredited associate or bachelor’s degree with JetBlue covering most of the cost.

Walmart, Amazon and a nonprofit train the workforce of tomorrow
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Walmart, Amazon and a nonprofit train the workforce of tomorrow

Private sector actions are part of the strategy to combat income inequality and alleviate poverty.

Gap Inc. Announces Expansion of Internship Program
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Gap Inc. Announces Expansion of Internship Program

This Way Ahead empowers low-income teens and young adults with job readiness skills while generating business benefits for participating stores.

Economic Opportunities Program – September 2016 Newsletter
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Economic Opportunities Program – September 2016 Newsletter

The latest news & announcements from the Aspen Institute Economic Opportunities Program.

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Announces One-Year Enrollment and Graduation Results of Free College Degree Program with College for America at SNHU
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Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Announces One-Year Enrollment and Graduation Results of Free College Degree Program with College for America at SNHU

Full-time employees can earn an associate or bachelor’s degree at no cost.

Five Questions for Amazon’s Global Leader for Career Advancement, Juan Garcia
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Five Questions for Amazon’s Global Leader for Career Advancement, Juan Garcia

“Our aim is to help associates pursue their passions and their career goals, whether that means a career at Amazon or somewhere else.”

Jamie Dimon: Why We’re Giving Our Employees a Raise
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Jamie Dimon: Why We’re Giving Our Employees a Raise

JPMorgan Chase is investing over $200 million on training for thousands of entry-level employees.

Walmart and Cengage Learning Deliver H.S. Diploma and Career Certificate Opportunities for Associates
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Walmart and Cengage Learning Deliver H.S. Diploma and Career Certificate Opportunities for Associates

Walmart’s Career Online High School offers high school diplomas and career credentials from associates’ first day of employment.

Cybersecurity 101: Educating Computer Scientists in Security
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Cybersecurity 101: Educating Computer Scientists in Security

AT&T is making critical investments in employees’ cybersecurity education.

Economic Opportunities Program – July 2016 Newsletter
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Economic Opportunities Program – July 2016 Newsletter

The latest news & announcements from the Aspen Institute Economic Opportunities Program.

UpSkill America – The first year
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UpSkill America – The first year

I’ve learned a great deal about how employers are going about educating, training, and developing their workers.

About UpSkill America

UpSkill America, an initiative of the Economic Opportunities Program, supports employers and workforce organizations to expand and improve high-quality educational and career advancement opportunities for America’s front-line workers.

About the Economic Opportunities Program

The Aspen Institute Economic Opportunities Program advances strategies, policies, and ideas to help low- and moderate-income people thrive in a changing economy.

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