OneTen

We are incredibly proud of all we’ve achieved this year in making skills-first hiring a reality. 🧡 Your dedication has been and will continue to be, essential in shaping how we, cultivate skills-first hiring practices and unlock career opportunities for talent without four-year degrees. As we look to the new year, let’s make 2025 our best yet. Here’s to building on our momentum with even more impact, innovation, and success! 

As we reflect on this past year, we’re proud of the progress we’ve made toward closing the opportunity gap by helping non-degreed talent find family-sustaining careers. None of this would have been possible without our dedicated partners, and the resilient individuals who remind us why this work matters. This holiday season, let’s celebrate the power of opportunity and the chance for everyone to realize their full potential. Warm holiday wishes from all of us at OneTen!

We’re helping more companies transform the job market with competitive salaries and rewarding careers—no college degree needed! OneTen Co-Chair, Ginni Rometty, is helping to raise awareness about how skills-first hiring is reshaping the workforce for the better.    We're all about redefining your career success. Let's accelerate the shift to skills-first hiring together! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e6TCUnan 

The Dow Last Mile Education Fund invests in the next generation of students interested in manufacturing & skilled trades. Learn more about their need-based awards here: https://lnkd.in/gqYipR8V    #DowLastMileFund #FinishStrongDow 

Looking to boost your financial health and gain insights into wealth-building? Join OneTen and Bank of America TODAY at 2 pm EST for a FREE live webinar, Financial Literacy Webinar: Economic Mobility Part II! Whether you're aiming to build a solid financial foundation or sharpen your money management skills, this session offers strategies for all income levels to help you achieve financial freedom and take control of your economic future. Don’t miss out—register now: https://lnkd.in/et_qByJs

Join OneTen and Bank of America on Wednesday, December 11, at 2pm EST for a FREE live webinar, Financial Literacy Webinar: Economic Mobility Part II! Take control of your finances and enhance your economic mobility with these essential topics:    📝 Discover core strategies for building wealth at any income level.  💵 Get practical tips for budgeting tailored to your financial goals.  🔒 Learn why a financial safety net is crucial and how to build one.  📊 Gain step-by-step guidance to develop a budget that works for you.    Empower yourself with the knowledge to boost your financial health and security. Don’t miss out—register now! https://lnkd.in/et_qByJs 

The Dow Last Mile Education Fund invests in the next generation of students interested in manufacturing & skilled trades. Learn more about their need-based awards here: https://lnkd.in/gqYipR8V     #DowLastMileFund #FinishStrongDow 

In our newly released case study, “Cisco’s Skills-First Success: A Powerful Playbook for the Private Sector,” we showcase how coalition member, Cisco is redefining success by focusing on skills over traditional credentials while boasting an impressive 96% retention rate for skills-first hires.    By prioritizing skills, Cisco is unlocking opportunities for talent without four-year degrees and creating a thriving, inclusive workforce. Are you ready to embrace a future where skills lead to success? Dive into Cisco’s journey: https://lnkd.in/eDTE-ViU    #SkillsFirst #WorkforceInnovation #InclusiveHiring  

As college costs soared, Amari Morgan turned this challenge into an opportunity by choosing a tech training program. Through hands-on training at Per Scholas, a OneTen talent development partner, Amari gained the skills to launch her tech career at General Motors—no degree required! Her journey is a testament to the power of skills-first hiring.      The impact of skills-first hiring goes beyond landing a job—it’s about unlocking potential, creating opportunities, and changing lives. This #NationalApprenticeshipWeek, we’re celebrating apprenticeships and technical training programs as accessible, affordable pathways to high-demand careers, grounded in real-world learning. Discover how Amari's journey exemplifies these values and the power of skills-first hiring: https://lnkd.in/gKSM4Rp3 

Happy #NationalApprenticeshipWeek! We're proud to partner with Dow to create life-changing pathways for skilled talent through apprenticeships. By combining education and hands-on experience, Dow empowers talent to thrive and advance in their careers. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gtt57NaN