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A NOTE OF REFLECTION We live in interesting times. As we pause and take a 30,000-foot view of issues facing our nation, two of them are COVID-19-related unemployment and social equity. NPower did not have to adjust anything to be part of the solution to both of these challenges.

NPower’s mission is to create pathways to economic prosperity. “Creating Pathways” means clearing obstacles out of the way. The NPower California staff is an obstacle clearing detachment! We work as a team comprised of three components: Program, Placement, and Development.

So, what are the challenges and obstacles facing our graduates? Lack of tech skills, confidence, a network, or a mentor? Needing resume building support or an inability to get a job interview? The NPower California team helps reduce those obstacles. We provide tech instruction, professional development, social support, and job placement services that prepare our graduates for the workforce. NPower leverages a network of employers and partners to get our graduates living wage jobs. In short, we create technology professionals and set the conditions for them to be gainfully employed within the tech ecosystem.

One of our recent alumnae was placed in a firm and in three weeks lost her job due to Covid-19. Three weeks of work, then furloughed indefinitely. When I called her to try to boost her spirits and give her some encouragement. She mentioned that she had applied to two new positions and had an interview lined up.

Her resilience and determination paid off. After a successful interview process, she landed the job and also introduced the firm to our team—resulting in a new employer partner!

Instead of boosting her spirits, she boosted mine. Her attitude, spirit, confidence and initiative were readily apparent. NPower had helped her showcase those innate qualities.

To our employer partners who have hired our graduates, our deepest and sincerest appreciation. Thank you for making a difference, for changing lives, and for supporting our students during the economic and societal obstacles they faced this year.

Semper Fidelis,

Christopher C. Starling COLONEL, USMC (RET.) Executive Director, NPower California

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My advice to our graduates is to get out there and do your best. We are always a resource for when you need help. Our graduates are able to master their tech careers as they have mastered the Tech Fundamentals program. We are extremely proud of our Spring 2020 graduates. You will accomplish great things.

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OUR STORY NPower is a national nonprofit that offers an alternative fast-track to tech careers for military veterans, military spouses and young adults from underserved communities in New York, Texas, California, Maryland, New Jersey, Missouri, and Michigan. Our six-month program fuels a diverse pipeline of digital professionals hired into entry-level and mid-level jobs by Fortune 500 companies throughout the U.S. Our curriculum equips students to meet marketplace demand—engaging businesses, volunteers and nonprofits in their long-term success. We invest in the growth of our alumni with continued professional development and credentialing.

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS David Reilly | Chair Chief Information Officer, Global Banking and Markets Bank of America Matt Horner | Vice Chair Senior Vice President, Global Enterprise Sales World Wide Technology, Inc. Gail Fierstein | Secretary Head of People CaaStle Vittorio Cretella | Treasurer Chief Information Officer Proctor & Gamble Steven Ballantyne COO Watermark Insights Randy Barnhardt

US MARINE CORPS (RETIRED)

VP, Cloud & Innovative Solutions SHI International Corp.

Craig Cuffie SVP, Chief Procurement Officer Salesforce

Dean Del Vecchio EVP, Chief of Operations and CIO The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America

Viola Maxwell-Thompson President and CEO Information Technology Senior Management Forum (ITSMF)

Guillermo Diaz, Jr. Chief Executive Officer Kloudspot

Stephen M. Murphy Sr. Managing Director, Financial Services Technology Dwight D. Shepherd REAR ADMIRAL (RETIRED) Global Lead President Accenture Dwight Shepherd Consulting

Edward Fandrey Vice President of Financial Services, US Microsoft Michael Fey Co-Founder & CEO Zero Abstraction Debra King Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer Corteva Agriscience Jenifer Kleinert Chief Operating Officer, Enterprise Infrastructure Operations & Technology Citi

Frank Pedersen Partner Apply Digital Christopher J. Perry President Broadridge Financial Solutions Dan Petrozzo Partner Oak HC/FT

Larry Quinlan Global CIO Deloitte Diane Schwarz Chief Information Officer Johnson Controls

Anupam Singhal Senior Vice President and Business Head Tata Consultancy Services Josh Sutton Chief Executive Officer Agorai Peter Trizzino Senior Vice President, Worldwide Sales Dell Technologies Bertina Ceccarelli Chief Executive Officer NPower

Thomas Knowlton Vice President, Partner TCC Group

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Stephen Franchetti Gwatoh Kroma Head Of Business Technology Human Resource Business & IT, Vice President Partner Slack Accenture Alicia Johnson Principal, Technology Transformation Ernst & Young Troy Johnson Managing Director, Western Regional Technology Deloitte

Corey Marshall Chief Strategy Officer Brighthive Sean Miner Head of User Experience (Global) QuinStreet

Malcolm Palmore Sylvie Veilleux VP, Chief Field Security Officer Chief Information Officer Palo Alto Networks Dropbox Janessa Robinson Senior Communications and Program Manager ServiceNow Kris Stadelman Director NOVA Workforce Board

Jim Wong Chairman of the Board National Veterans Transition Services

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TECH FUNDAMENTALS SPRING 2020 STATISTICS The curriculum for this program includes a NetAcad learning module courtesy of the Cisco Networking Academy.

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PETER AMPAH

ANGEL AQUINO U.S. NAVY

U.S. AIR FORCE

SAN FRANCISCO, CA INTERNSHIP CoLabL

SAN JOSE, CA

PLEASANT HILL, CA DIRECT PLACEMENT Murphy, McKay, & Associates

I left computer retail with Best Buy for a college soccer scholarship. After my seventh semester I was hoping to earn the same hard skills as my best friend’s father, a Lieutenant Colonel in Washington, DC. I endeavored to anchor my liberal arts education with the logistics of bucket-powered submarines, so I looked west to join the Navy. After discharge, I returned to friends and family for another year in retail with a sporting goods giant while coaching girls’ soccer for my old semi-professional team. The lack of school-related work on my resume prompted me to reconsider my major.

I returned for mobile app development, but Hurricane Sandy and a family member’s passing interrupted CompTIA for a decade. I looked west again to pursue patent law and web development.

I traveled far to earn a commendation serving disabled World War II veterans, as well as promotion to non-profit board membership and entry-level positions with for-profits. My affinity for public health has come full circle, from senior semester as a compounding clerk for a retail pharmacy, evolving into a junior IT analyst position. This is a natural progression; with my coding and billing experience, I seek favorable outcomes with providers. I plan to go far with the skills NPower gave me!

I joined the U.S. Navy directly out of high school and served 20 years, obtaining experience in law enforcement, intelligence gathering, and database management. After retiring from the Navy, I became a federal law enforcement officer. But I still wanted to find a way to incorporate my technical knowledge with my law experience. During my job hunt, I was introduced to NPower by a church friend, and it grabbed my attention. I enrolled in Tech Fundamentals to expand and develop my skills, including cybersecurity, intelligence, and coding. I believe this training will facilitate both my short- and long-term career aspirations. My goal is to obtain a permanent position within a government, federal, or military environment in IT, working in cybersecurity, Intelligence, or law enforcement.

I served eight years in the Air Force and six years in the Reserves.

After leaving the Reserves, I decided to go to school; I received my associate’s degree in IT. I learned about NPower by looking online for programs that help out veterans. I joined to learn the terminology and get help with career searching, as well as to get my foot in the door. My goal is to start in a tech company in an IT support role, and then continue to earn certifications and work my way up.

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RAYMOND BERLEJUNG

U.S. ARMY

TAE CHUN

FRANK COOK

U.S. ARMY

U.S. NAVY RESERVE

MARTINEZ, CA

SAN JOSE, CA

MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA

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I served in the U.S. Army in the logistics field for 16 years. As As the U.S. quietly enters a new a non-commissioned officer, I had age of cyber warfare, and as many leadership positions and my military career ends, I wish to performed numerous missions. remain relevant and active in defense of our critical infrastructure. After leaving the Army, I wanted a career change. Fortunately, I NPower has given me the opportunity, through foundational heard about NPower from the Warrior Wounded Project. I now information technology and study ITF+ and A+ to pass the network security training, to certification tests for a new career. continue protecting our national I sincerely thank you, NPower! interests.

You truly pointed the way toward potential IT employment opportunities and a future life.

The instructors and staff are amazing—so professional and supportive. With these new skills, I plan to transition to a full-time IT position.

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Before joining NPower, I worked admin during my time in the Navy Reserve. My job was to ensure that all documents were updated. I was accountable for all personnel. During this time, I was also working on my prerequisite courses to become a radiology technician. I was referred by a friend to NPower, so I decided to try it. I am relatively new to the tech industry, but with my acquired certification of CompTIA ITF+ and A+, I am excited to take on any opportunity that presents itself!

GERMAN CORTES 23 SAN JOSE, CA

BENNETTE CUSTODIO

U.S. ARMY

ROBERT ENRIQUEZ 20 SAN JOSE, CA

When I started at San Jose City College, I studied business administration, where I became exposed to different subjects, including IT. Through my research on tech start-ups, as well as staying on top of the news in the field, my mind became open to new ideas. A friend, an alumnus of NPower, introduced me to the program; he talked about how he was able to get certified in Tech and graduate. Over the years, I have held several jobs, which has allowed me to gain work experience in different industries, including business management, sales, and customer service.

Now, because of NPower, I’ve gained the skills I need to transition into the IT field. I am excited about my future and hope to seek a job as either a business analyst or a junior project manager.

I was born and raised in East San Jose, CA. I was a struggling college I have worked in marketing in biotechnology, computer software, student still trying to find a career that excited me. One day in class, and nonprofit organizations. As a NPower gave a presentation, marketer, I've analyzed business data and translated it into insights and I decided to give NPower a that helped organizations achieve try. I am learning more about their goals. I learned, as a military tech every day. I don’t know what veteran, that I could take the Tech the future holds, but I hope to find myself in a field that I enjoy, Fundamentals program, free of charge. Upon completion, I would where I am motivated to go to work every day! like to apply the knowledge I've gained at an established company.

I'd also like to acquire more experience in utilizing business intelligence tools, including SQL, Tableau, and Python since I'd like to pursue a business intelligence or business analyst role.

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JEANELLE EVANS U.S. AIR FORCE SAN JOSE, CA

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I grew up in Mesquite, TX, just outside Dallas. I joined the Air I was born and raised in Lagos, Force not long after being the first Nigeria. I developed an interest in in my family to graduate from IT in college and was fortunate to high school. After completing my take part in a CCNA training class, service, I enrolled in the School which broadened my knowledge of Arts and Technology at the of, and passion for, networking.

University of Texas in Dallas. I have After graduating from college, I always been interested in the arts worked as a network engineer for and technology, and this program two years on a 4G LTE network. was the best of both worlds.

This helped me understand backShortly after I graduated with my haul networks, database set-up, B.A., my husband was offered a eNodeBs installations, and wonderful opportunity in the Bay management. I relocated to the Area. However, I found myself United States in 2017 to pursue stuck with limited career choices. a master’s degree in business I found NPower while researching administration with a concentration opportunities to broaden my in management information career. I was excited at the prospect systems. A friend who is an of getting a jumpstart on a NPower alumnus, referred me to career in IT. I hope to grow into a the program. My goal is to network administrator position. become a cybersecurity expert.

Being here is a guarantee! I am looking forward to combining my existing skills with those I’m now acquiring to impact the IT world positively.

In 2016, I graduated from San Francisco State University with a B.S. in business management.

After graduating, I became a project manager and operations analyst, helping launch restaurants, establish standard operating procedures, and conduct ‘as-is’ analysis to optimize business development. I act as an operations consultant to help my clients understand the procedures and challenges in operating a restaurant in this rapidly changing environment.

My experience made me realize the vital role technology and data play in making businesses succeed. NPower not only aids its students with entering the IT industry, it provides professional and personal mentorship. My goal is to obtain my PMP and CompTIA A+ certifications, and then take my experience in management and operations analysis to establish a successful career in technology.

MATTHEW HO

TINGBIN HUANG

SAN JOSE, CA

SAN LORENZO, CA

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After high school, I didn’t have a clear direction. After some thought, I joined the U.S. Marine Corps as a combat engineer.

Upon leaving, I attended college.

I always had an interest in computers. I enjoyed troubleshooting and building PCs. I decided to reenlist into the U.S. Army Reserve as an IT specialist.

After graduating the Army’s IT course with honors, it was still difficult to find a job without certifications. I heard about NPower from a Veteran Affairs representative. NPower allowed me to earn the ITF+ and A+ certifications. I hope to have a career in cybersecurity as an analyst.

I am a veteran who served in the U.S. Navy for four years. I have a B.S. in computer science. I heard about NPower while studying at the College of San Mateo. I love information technologies, and I want to develop my skills. More importantly, I am someone who likes to work with machines and people because I love solving problems for both sides. I joined NPower to learn tech fundamental skills and meet some great people.

In addition, my background in customer service as a logistics specialist in the military can help me to grow at a faster pace. I am sure that what I learned from NPower will help me go even further in the tech field.

I was studying for a B.S. in computer science at Brooklyn College, working as a cashier on the side. While I was learning a lot at Brooklyn College, I never knew how to apply what I was taught to the real world. Businesses don't look at your grades as much as they look at your experience, and when it comes to technology I had very little. Additionally, internships required some background in technology. I was taking the right classes, but I felt like I wasn't on the right track.

I was wandering with no sense of direction hoping to end up somewhere. This led me to the NPower doorsteps—to get my foot in the door of the growing IT world. Software engineering has always been a goal, but there are always new things to learn, new things to explore. I am expanding my knowledge of the vast world of technology, starting by completing my degree in computer science.

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MICHAEL MANKIN II TERRY MARTIN JR.

U.S. ARMY

U.S. ARMY

SACRAMENTO, CA

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I joined the Army after graduating from high school and served Born and raised in the heart of 10 years of active duty with two Silicon Valley gave me front-row deployments to Afghanistan. After seats to the daily happenings a medical discharge, I was unsure of the IT industry. As a teenager, of my future. I attended community I spent most of my free time college for a degree in business learning the ins and outs of management, and while doing so, different operating systems, as I took an intro to computer science well as navigating the World class. I was intrigued; I finally Wide Web. Any problem I had, knew that I wanted a career in the hardware or software, I took it IT industry! After hearing about upon myself to troubleshoot and NPower through the Wounded resolve; having to pay somebody to repair something I was perfectly Warrior Program, I put my schooling on hold to attend this excellent capable of doing myself did not program. NPower gave me the sit well with me. After spending tools and education to succeed in the last four years floating through the tech environment, and I am college, I was recommended to truly grateful for this opportunity. I NPower by a landlady whom my plan to use the skills to start a family was seeking to lease an career in information security. apartment from. With my computer experience together with Tech Fundamentals, I will surely thrive in data analytics and cybersecurity.

During my seven years in the U.S. Army, I learned many skills, from operating construction equipment, to planning and supervising construction projects, to helping people begin a career in the military as a recruiter.

After being stationed in the Silicon Valley, I realized how important IT was, and I quickly became interested in launching a new career. With the skills I learned as a soldier and those I learned through NPower, I am prepared and excited to begin this new chapter in my life!

KYUNG MIN

RICHARD MORENO

U.S. ARMY

U.S. ARMY

U.S. ARMY

SUNNYVALE, CA DIRECT PLACEMENT Slingshot Connections

SUNNYVALE, CA

SAN JOSE, CA DIRECT PLACEMENT County of Santa Clara

I was referred by another veteran to NPower; I had been looking I am a veteran of the U.S Army, for a way to refresh and sharpen serving for 10 years. As well, I my IT skills, especially through have over 10 years of experience hands-on experience. I thought working in security in the private NPower would help me obtain sector and a few years working my goal. The idea of going back in tech support and being a repair to school was both scary and technician. Despite having exciting. It is great to be among experience in tech and knowing the well-intended and staff and how to repair electronics, it was fellow students and meet people difficult for me to present my skills from diverse backgrounds and during interviews. It’s my hope generations. Everyone seemed to that after completing the program, be learning and having fun.

I will be able to confidently walk Once I finish Tech Fundamentals into interviews and showcase and obtain my certifications, I my skills. My goal is to continue to hope to obtain a job in IT, where I grow and gain experience and can return all the kindness eventually help to revolutionize and encouragement that teachers, the bureaucratic and economic staff, and fellow students gave me. structure of the U.S. I aspire to The experience at NPower is making an impact on the executive already a victory and super cool, branch of government and but graduating and passing all empowering the common worker. certifications as planned will be most fulfilling!

After serving four years in the Army, and one tour during the Gulf War, I returned home and worked for a dry ice company. By 1997 I was hired by TCI Cable, now Comcast Xfinity, where I worked 21 years as a video, internet and home alarm technician. In 2019, I was hired by the County of Santa Clara as a warehouse driver for a department that images and preps computer hardware. I also began assisting the multimedia/ video team on the side. One day, my supervisor asked if I would be interested in learning more about becoming an IT field technician.

She told me about NPower and insisted I apply. She even fixed my schedule so I could attend the afternoon classes. I was so behind I thought about quitting and staying a warehouse driver. The folks at work helped me by giving me hands-on experience. My classmates, instructors, and the whole NPower team wouldn’t let me fail! I hope to become an IT field technician. I will always be so grateful to NPower for what they gave me.

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THOMAS PICKETT

SAN JOSE, CA DIRECT PLACEMENT Murphy, McKay, & Associates

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I recently graduated from San Jose State University with a B.S. in computer engineering. I found NPower through the San Jose Work2Future Career Fair. Having some prior programming experience, I thought it would be great to have some knowledge in IT as well. Therefore, I joined NPower to learn more about IT and pass the ITF+ and A+ certifications. With my past experience, combined with the skills acquired at NPower, I plan to transition to a full-time software engineering position.

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Since graduating from high school, I've bounced from job to job, trying to figure out what I wanted to do. I had numerous customer service jobs, and I also tried my hand at the nursing field, but nothing seemed to fit. I was talking with a co-worker who happened to be an alumnus of NPower, and I thought it would be perfect! I had always had an interest in computers—I even built two of my own. With the skills and knowledge I'll gain from NPower, my plan is to enter the IT field and become part of the future of cloud computing.

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I have worked in the field of electronics for over 10 years as a technician. I have tested and repaired electronics circuit boards for computers and communications equipment. The veteran’s counselor at the California E.D.D. recommended that I enroll in the Tech Fundamentals class at NPower so that I can have up-to-date skills and training. In the future, I plan to get a job where my technology and computer skills can be of good use.

LUIS RUIZ 19

STOCKTON, CA INTERNSHIP CoLabL

SAN JOSE, CA INTERNSHIP EMR CPR

Prior to enrolling at NPower, I worked part-time as an instructional aide helping children with special needs for San Joaquin County. Through reporting from the Navy Reserves, I found out about NPower and immediately saw a perfect opportunity to advance my skillset and general experience. I am a very inquisitive person who likes to learn anything, so I grabbed this chance and joined the program.

I am a full-time student currently enrolled at Evergreen Valley Community College. My plan is to obtain my associate’s degree and then transfer to San Jose State University to achieve a bachelor’s degree in computer science. I have been fascinated with coding and thought I should broaden my knowledge with the basics and scale my way up from there. I was going to start a job at a warehouse when a classmate recommended NPower. I saw it as a brighter opportunity. Always eager to learn, I joined in hopes of learning more, acquiring handson knowledge, and getting a firsthand glimpse of the tech industry.

I never thought I would see myself in Tech, but here I am! My future consists of all the stepping stones I’ve crossed to build a solid foundation for my son and my future family.

NIKET SAKPAL

U.S. MARINE CORPS SUNNYVALE, CA

I was born and raised in India. I came to the United States after finishing 10th grade, and after high school, I joined the military. I was in and out of school during my time there. I started working at FedEx to pay my expenses in the Bay Area, but I knew that I was meant to be on the tech side of town; I had been interested in network and cloud engineering since high school. I joined NPower to pursue this goal. I now have my certifications, the base from which I can get what I want in life—a successful career in tech.

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U.S. ARMY

SAN JOSE, CA

SAN JOSE, CA

SANTA CLARA, CA

Prior to joining Tech Fundamentals, I worked in the construction industry. In the last five years, I have noticed how technology has improved drastically in power tools, electrical hardware, and networking equipment. Although many companies are turning to technology to get ahead of the competition, there are still many aspects of construction that are untouched by tech. I joined NPower to build a solid foundation in tech, hoping that with these new skills I will find real-life solutions for the construction industry. I look forward to a future in tech and the opportunity to make helpful contributions.

I was born and raised in Scotland.

I served five years in the elite Royal Marines Commandos before leaving to pursue a B.S. degree in my hometown of Edinburgh. After graduating, I got married and moved to the United States. I have worked in a number of roles, from sales to tech, including for a high-flying automotive start-up, the wine industry, and most recently as a lead at Guitar Center.

I found out about NPower through the British Benevolent Society and saw it as a great fit to advance my career and learn about the tech industry. My ultimate aim is to work in the data science or data security sectors.

Before NPower, I served in the U.S Army for nine years. While in the Army, I gained more than five years of experience in operation and project management. In my last assignment, I directed a multi-profession team to provide health and medical training for thousands of U.S military personnel and local nationals in Central America. I realized while in the Army that there is much improvement needed in the health care system, cybersecurity, and IT. I joined NPower hoping to get opportunities and tools needed to achieve that mission.

I am very excited about this career path!

NELSON THAN

U.S. MARINE CORPS FREMONT, CA

PHU TRUONG

U.S. MARINE CORPS RESERVE

STEVEN VICIJAN

U.S. NAVY RESERVE MONTEREY, CA

I immigrated to the United States during high school; upon graduation, I joined the U.S. Marines. After serving, I started in community college. It was tough—really tough. I recall falling asleep in class and becoming frustrated with my school-life balance. But I never gave up! I learned to set short- and longterm goals. Upon graduating, I transferred to CSUEB and finished my B.S. in supply-chain management. My long-term goal was to be a successful project manager. I entered an MBA program and got my PMP certification. Now, NPower will take me where I need to go! It has opened the door to the tech industry and given me skills for my dream job. NPower is helping me sharpen my professional, personal, and teaching skills and supporting me in unimaginable ways. Our country, the United States, is great—not just because of those who served, but because there are organizations like NPower helping those who served. Thank you, NPower!!!

As a first generation American, it has been challenging to adapt to the huge world of technology.

Seeking more challenges, I joined the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve and stayed four years. I saw how tech has helped make work more efficient and effective. I acquired some background in computer hardware growing up and while in the military, and now, NPower has given me the stepping stone to earn my certifications in CompTIA ITF+ and A+. Tech is changing the world, and I want to put a footprint in IT! My goal is to complete Tech Fundamentals and further my knowledge so I can become an IT networking/ hardware specialist, I trust that NPower can be the foundation to success in the technology world!

I was born in Monterey, CA and raised in the former Yugoslavia before the Iron Curtain toppled down in 1989. My interest in tech actually began then, and expanded when I came back to the United States due to the Chernobyl nuclear disaster.

Ironically, information and communications were censured and inherently, I knew that these were critical to making life-changing decisions. Fast forward to the vast technology advancements in the U.S. The third world has not kept up, and as a result, their economies have been stunted. Security and data access have become intertwined since 9/11. I gained an educational background to better understand globalism, but I was missing a tech understanding. NPower came to the rescue! I am completing all available certifications (ITF+, A+, MOS Microsoft) so that I can be fully equipped to enter these IT fields: data analytics, network, or cybersecurity analyst. I hope to grow into a full-time database/ management position.

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Prior to NPower, my educational and work background included health care and policy. I obtained my B.S in health science and wanted to pursue my M.S. in public health, but I realized it wasn’t what I was truly passionate about.

I wanted to transition into the tech field without taking on more debt.

I searched for programs and found NPower through Indeed.com.

I knew it would be the perfect opportunity in taking the first step.

NPower provides curriculum with interactive activities, but more importantly, it provides assistance with professional development, such as resume building. NPower really cares about their students’ education and well-being. It is perfect for young adults and veterans who are looking for a stepping stone into the tech field. My goal is to complete the Cyber Security+ course.

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CONGRATULATIONS! TECH FUNDAMENTALS

PETER AMPAH

TERRY MARTIN

ANGEL AQUINO

JOHN MEYER

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KYUNG MIN

RAYMOND BERLEJUNG

RICHARD MORENO

TAE CHUN

MICHELLE NATASHA

FRANK COOK

ERIC NGO

GERMAN CORTES

THOMAS PICKETT

BENNETTE CUSTODIO

RHINA QUIYA

ROBERT ENRIQUEZ

LUIS RUIZ

JEANELLE EVANS

NIKET SAKPAL

OLUWASEYI FALANA

MARCONY SULCA

RAYMOND HO

JOHN SUTHERLAND

MATTHEW HO

HUY THAI

TINGBIN HUANG

NELSON THAN

YEKATERINA IGNATYEVA

PHU TRUONG

NAKIYAN KILPATRICK

STEVEN VICIJAN

MICHAEL MANKIN

LILLYAN WONG

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LAUNCHING TECH CAREERS. TRANSFORMING LIVES.

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NPower’s model is a solution to building a diverse tech pipeline. Our graduates launch tech jobs with an average starting salary of $41,000–$60,000 and are positioned to advance their career path, enabling them to earn more than their peers in lower-wage jobs. Higher earning potential is the key to breaking generational cycles of poverty, positioning our students and their families to achieve long-term economic success.

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Of students who enroll graduate Of alumni get jobs or continue their education

Through partner and tech industry collaboration, our free training model is a workforce development solution for the future. We prepare untapped, diverse talent to fill the nearly 6 million jobs expected to require tech skills by 2020. Our graduates of nearly 4,000 veterans and young adults are hired at over 200 companies and nonprofits as interns and full-time employees.

NPower is on a mission to create pathways to economic prosperity by launching digital careers for young adults and military veterans. Part of this goal is our ‘40 by 22’ initiative, which aims to advance more young women of color in tech careers. This initiative is supported by Citi Foundation’s Pathways to Progress initiative.

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TECH FUNDAMENTALS | SPRING 2020

...AND TO OUR VOLUNTEERS

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NPOWER SUPPORTERS UNDERWRITERS | $750K+

SPONSORS | $250K+ Accenture

PARTNERS | $100K+ Ainslie Foundation

Centene Charitable Foundation

The Hearst Foundation

Prudential

Andreessen Horowitz

Cognizant

Heckscher Foundation for Children

Publicis Sapient

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Craig Newmark Philanthropies

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Pure Storage

Atlas Data Systems

Dell

JobFirstNYC

Salesforce

Bloomberg Philanthropies

Emerson

Mastercard

Workday Foundation

Bob Woodruff Foundation

Fiserv

Microsoft

The California Wellness Foundation

Gula Fund

The New York Community Trust

The Achelis & Bodman Foundation

CompTIA

The Meadows Foundation

American Express

Corteva Agriscience

Motorola Solutions

St. Louis Regional Business Council

Capital One

Dupont

Netscout

Vodafone

Carl B. & Florence E. King Foundation

France-Merrick Foundation

Shippy Foundation

Cisco Systems

HPE

Zoom

Deloitte

Tata Consultancy Services

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