Upskilling in the news

Kroger Innovates with “Educational Leave”

The new benefit allows associates to take time off work to focus on approved studies, while maintaining their role with the company.

April 16, 2018

Chili’s Adds 250 Slots to New Apprenticeship Program

This is the first-ever earn-while-you-learn apprenticeship program created for the nation’s restaurant, foodservice and lodging industry.

April 5, 2018
Bakery business owners working at laptop

Harley-Davidson Launches Youth Apprenticeship Program

By giving students the chance to learn alongside factory staff, Harley is hoping to bring up the next generation of skilled trades.

March 30, 2018

McDonald’s Boosts Tuition Assistance for Employees

The $150 million investment will boost education support for 400,000 employees and their families.

March 29, 2018

Aon’s Apprenticeship in Professional Services

Aon’s apprenticeship program allows young professionals to develop vital skills and earn a competitive salary while they learn.

March 22, 2018
Victor Gutierrez, Aon apprentice

Taco Bell Partners With Guild To Expand Education Support To Its Entire System Of Team Members

Hungry for upskilling? Taco Bell & Guild Education are offering education support to 210,000 employees across 7,000 restaurants.

March 15, 2018

AT&T Invests $1 Billion in Employee Reskilling

Making the connection: AT&T is boosting institutional knowledge & employee retention by upskilling its employees.

March 12, 2018

Hotel Industry and Pearson Partner to Offer Debt-Free College Degrees to Employees

This groundbreaking initiative will offer streamlined degree programs to employees across ten companies and 1,500 properties.

February 28, 2018

Disney Launches New $50 Million Higher Education Program for Employees

Nearly 88,000 employees will be eligible and can utilize the program to make an impactful investment in their future.

January 23, 2018

Brinker & Pearson Partner to Offer No Cost Education to Chili’s & Maggiano’s Employees

Best You EDU, a partnership between Brinker International and Pearson, is designed to meet employees where they are on their educational journey.

January 22, 2018