We started by asking a question:

​

Can a high school student graduate with the knowledge, skills, and credentials to be qualified to go directly into the workplace? 

​

We think the answer should be "YES." We know it can be. We've seen it, we believe it, and we envision this as a pathway to help solve the workforce shortage problem. 

​

Then we went farther. 

​

• Can we ridge business and K12?

• Can we show kids a pathway to a future career?

• Can we resource schools to help students succeed?

• Can we SHIFT MINDSETS to change beliefs?

• Can we REVOLUTIONIZE the way we train high school students?

• Can we offer these solutions to employers to develop (upskill) current employees? 

• Can we find people who are misaligned, nontraditional, underserved, or otherwise have the aptitude, but need to find a career?

• Can we solve the workforce crisis?

​

Still, the answer is "YES." The question is "HOW?"

​

What started as a consortium of manufacturers in 2019 to launch our first Manufacturing Institute for 20 kids has become a movement to change the way we prepare tomorrow's workforce. 

​

We need your support. It takes money and resources, and you can help make the difference. All funds run through the Spokane Workforce Council and hold a 501(c)(3) status. 

​

We're still building the site...but please reach out to us if you'd like to help or learn more. We look forward to working with you as a part of our solution. 

​

Email Us

​