NPower Missouri Fall 2022 Tech Fundamentals Graduation Book

FALL 2022

TECH FUNDAMENTALS

LAUNCHING TECH CAREERS. TRANSFORMING LIVES.

NPOWER MISSOURI

FALL 2022 TECH FUNDAMENTALS

GRADUATION PROGRAM

WELCOME REMARKS

CLASS SPEAKER

Ben Kesler, Executive Director NPower Missouri

Trevor Sirles Tech Fundamentals Fall 2022, NPower Missouri

AWARD PRESENTATION Jana Chavez Assistant Technical Instructor, NPower Missouri

Sayed Kazimi Senior Technical Instructor, NPower Missouri

COMMENCEMENT SPEAKER Josh Jaffe Vice President, Cyber Security & Business Unit Security Officer, Dell

PROGRAM COMPLETION CERTIFICATE CEREMONY LaJuan Williams Placement Manager, NPower Missouri

...and all NPower Missouri staff

CLOSING REMARKS AND RECEPTION Melody Brown VP, Human Resources, NPower

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OUR STORY NPower is a nonprofit rooted in the community and committed to advancing race and gender equity in the tech industry through skills training, real-world experience, support, and mentorships. The organization has helped young adults from underserved communities and veterans move from poverty to the middle class by training them with a range of tech skills and placing them in quality jobs.

Students who enter our free training programs earn industry-recognized certifications and graduate with the competencies of an IT professional with one to two years of experience. NPower also places students in paid internships and apprenticeships with corporate and nonprofit organizations. Eighty percent of NPower graduates get a fulltime job or continue their education. NPower is a vital solution towards bridging the national talent gap that exists in the high-growth technology industry.

Over the past decade, NPower has expanded its program reach and developed a robust network of Fortune 500 companies, mid-sized enterprises, government agencies, staffing firms, and a network of nonprofit partners that host its interns and hire its graduates full-time.

To learn more about NPower, visit npower.org.

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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 SVP, Global Head of People CaaStle Vittorio Cretella | Treasurer Chief Information Officer Proctor & Gamble Steven Ballantyne Chief Operating Officer Profitsolv Gerald Charles Jr. Vp and Head of Product for Omni Customer Servicing Profitsolv Craig Cuffie VP, Chief Procurement Officer HSBC

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

Jennifer Kleinert Chief Operating Officer, Enterprise Infrastructure Operations & Technology Citi

Viola Maxwell-Thompson Ami Desai Chief of Staff to Founder, Chairman CEO Emeritus Information Technology Senior & CEO Management Forum (ITSMF) Vista Equity Partners Guillermo Diaz, Jr. Founder & CEO Conectado, Inc. Michael Fey Co-Founder & CEO Island Kateau James Global Chief Operating Officer Deloitte Technology Tony Kerrison Chief Technology Officer Bank of America Debra King Digital and Technology Leader

Stephen M. Murphy Sr. Managing Director, Financial Services Technology Global Lead Accenture Mark Patterson SVP, Chief of Staff to Chairman & CEO Cisco Systems

Diane Schwarz VP, Chief Information Officer Johnson Controls Dwight D. Shepherd REAR ADMIRAL (RETIRED)

Executive Strategy & Standards, BISO IBM

Anupam Singhal Senior Vice President and Business Head Tata Consultancy Services Josh Sutton Chief Executive Officer Agorai Peter Trizzino President Dell Technologies Select

Frank Pedersen Partner Apply Digital Christopher J. Perry President Broadridge Financial Solutions

Sangy Vatsa EVP, Technology Officer FIS Bertina Ceccarelli Chief Executive Officer NPower

MISSOURI

REGIONAL ADVISORY BOARD Yvena Atkins Senior Strategy Manager Accenture

Gerry Lewis President and CEO Ascension Information Services

Michael Rupinski President ZeroDay Technology Solutions

Matt Holton Senior Vice President, Operations & Technology, NAM Mastercard

Justin McFarland Executive Vice President Information Technology McCarthy Holdings, Inc.

Gary Smith Director, Architecture & Engineering, KTech KPMG

Matt Horner SVP, Global Enterprise Sales World Wide Technology

Brian Mize Department Manager, Global Cyber Security Information Enterprise Holdings, Inc.

Nicole Tate Area Vice President, Global Client Enablement World Wide Technology

Jon Joplin President, Tech, Engineering, Digital & Operations Consulting Socorro Labs

Reedy Wade Vice President, Academy Engagement & Impact NAF Scott Wilton RVP, Enterprise Data & Analytics & Corp. Systems Centene Corporation

Scott Richert CIO Mercy

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COMMENCEMENT SPEAKER:

JOSH JAFFE VP Cybersecurity, Dell

Josh is an experienced information security professional, currently responsible for security in Dell’s Customer, Marketing, Sales, and other internal functions. He has approximately 20 years of experience in the security and technology field. Prior to joining Dell, Josh was the Global CISO at Daimler Mobility AG. He has also held several positions for Emerson Electric Co, a global manufacturing and technology conglomerate. Josh has served in the cyber security and intelligence field for the U.S. government and worked in an advisory capacity with a range of global Financial Services and Technology clients for Deloitte Consulting as well.

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CLASS SPEAKER:

TREVOR SIRLES

Tech Fundamentals 2022, NPower Missouri

Prior to NPower, I was a college student who knew I wanted to work in IT but needed to figure out where to start. I've had part-time jobs and ended up going in different directions. My mom saw a commercial on TV and recommended I enroll.

At NPower, I learned about many things, from printers to virtual machines to cloud computing. It was challenging to build up confidence before taking tests, but I was well prepared using the material provided. My end goal is to work in DevSecOps. I love the community with my fellow trainees and instructors.

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NPOWER MISSOURI

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FALL 2022 STATISTICS

82%

CERTIFICATION RATE

87%

OF GRADUATES ARE PEOPLE OF COLOR

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CompTIA A+: 1101, Google Project Management Wentzville, MO Before NPower, I worked at a restaurant for two years. I was a college student for a semester, but knew it just wasn’t for me. My Dad had a friend that worked for NPower and he suggested I sign up because it would be a great opportunity. My time at NPower has been a great learning experience. I learned about how computers and printers operate and how to configure them.

ZACKERY BALDWIN 22

CompTIA A+ 1101 & 1102, Google Project Management St. Louis, MO I struggled in high school, but managed to graduate on time. Ever since then I’ve been searching for something else to do besides college. I felt like it was a waste of money if I didn’t have an idea of what to do. I thought I had no clue on what I was going to do as far as a career. One day I found NPower through Indeed and applied. I was interested in NPower due to my prior experience building computers to play games or for family members. Ever since I started the NPower program, I’ve felt challenged every day. I’ve learned so much more about computers and technology, as well as workplace professionalism. I’m excited every day to show up on time and learn something new. I’m also very thankful for my instructors as well for making sure everyone is taken care of.

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SHELBE DAVIS 19

Google Project Management St. Louis, MO Before NPower I was a student at SIUE majoring in Cybersecurity. I already have an Associate’s degree in Arts. Mr. James Gillespie informed me about this opportunity and I knew signing up for this program would be beneficial because it goes along with my major. During my NPower journey, I have developed communication skills when it comes talking to customers and preparing for interviews. I enjoyed learning about computer components and networks. I would say the biggest challenge was managing my college classes along with getting my work done for NPower. My desires after NPower is to join the Cybersecurity advanced training class for the upcoming semester. Then, I would like to go back to SIUE to continue my studies in Cybersecurity. I would like to thank all of my instructors and classmates that made this journey easier; Mr. Sayed, Mr. Gillespie, and Ms. Jana.

BARBARA ECHOLS 20 St. Louis, MO

Before NPower, I was a college student. Mr. Gillespie referred me to the program. At NPower, I had a chance to learn important professional and technical skills. I loved the training that involves examples of what could be our future day-to-day activities. Time management was a big challenge for me, learning how to plan and put up time I needed. I kept on going because I knew I had a goal. I want to continue growing my tech career. Since being at NPower, I’ve learned that I want to be in the field of data analysis.

Thanks to everyone for the opportunity!

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JACOB ESSEN 19

JAR'LISHA HARDIMON 24

I had recently just graduated high school and

Prior to NPower I was moving from job to job

was not sure that college was the right path for

trying to make ends meet. I always planned on

me. I ran into some representatives from

going back to college, but was financially unable

NPower at a job fair at my old high school, and

to enroll. I wanted a career and life change so I

they offered something that I was interested in;

started research on tech programs in St. Louis

free IT certificates and an opportunity for job

and came across NPower. I decided to join to

placement after a 16-week course. It was simply

make a life change for the better. My experience

too good of an opportunity to pass up. I think

with NPower started off difficult due to me

the number one thing I enjoyed the most at

having no technical background. One of the

NPower were the discussion questions and the

biggest challenges for me was my self-doubt.

student-led labs. It really helped me learn when

Although it was a rocky road for me, I took it

I was hearing from my peers. I specifically want

day-by-day and with the help of Jana and

to thank both of my instructors, Sayed Kazimi

Sayed, I was able to catch on fairly quickly. After

and Jana Chavez, for always making sure to

NPower I plan to seek employment and

thoroughly cover topic and answer any and all

continued development. I am currently signed

questions. They always made instruction time

up for a Python Certification course. I want to

enjoyable, and it felt like they truly wanted each

thank Jana & Sayed for both being very helpful

and every one of us to succeed.

and willing to explain everything.

CompTIA A+: 1101 Eureka, MO

CompTIA A+ 1101, Google Project Management St. Louis, MO

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BLESSING HASAN 22

Google Project Management St. Louis, MO Prior to NPower, I was navigating the challenges of being a mother and working temporary assignments that never fulfilled my desires in life. With working a variety of jobs, a previous position at a diner sparked an interest for technology. I originally applied for a similar program, but they weren't as accommodating with my schedule. NPower was there to not only provide accommodation, but also diversity.

Some skills that I have acquired include time management, critical thinking, observation, and introspection. Even though I had some challenges, I persisted on by thinking about how rewarding and transformative the process will be. Thank you cohort 12 for riding this journey to the end! I’d like to shout-out the instructor team – “y'all held it down with informative material and coach Rob for being a big support and cheerleader”.

ROBERT HILL 25

CompTIA A+: 1101 & 1102, Google Project Management Fairview Heights, IL Before NPower I ran into a lot of hardships in the career field. I did not even have a general understanding of what I wanted to do long term. NPower helped me get an idea. I heard of NPower from a friend and loved my first cohort.

I appreciated the joy of the staff having towards pushing us forward. The staff did a phenomenal job with assisting through hardships. Every class where I felt behind or lost, Jana and Sayed made sure to let me know it was fine and that I could do it. After NPower, I want to continue my studies with NPower to secure Cybersecurity certifications. I would like to shout out Jana, Sayed, James, Ms. Lajuan & Ben.

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KATIE HORTON 24

MARCUS HURN 22

Prior to NPower, I was a college graduate

Prior to coming to NPower, I was working full-

struggling to find a career path that was fulfilling

time and looking for a career change. I've always

and allowed me to build my life in the way I

had a knack for tech and wanted to see if I could

wanted to. A friend of mine had recently

pursue a career in it. Though I’ve faced some

completed the NPower program, and was very

challenges, the NPower staff was very supportive

happy with how it went for them. They

and helpful with any concerns or problems I had.

recommended I give it a shot. NPower taught

I've improved on my time management skills, as

me many things. The program was definitely

well as, not giving up on something even when

challenging because I did not know much about

it's hard. I want to thank all of the NPower staff

the field or computers, but there were great

and alumni for paving a way for young adults to

instructors to support me along the way. I hope

find stability and purpose in their careers and

to continue in the Information Technology field

personal lives.

CompTIA A+ 1101, Google Project Management Edwardsville, IL

CompTIA A+: 1101 St. Louis, MO

utilizing the certifications I’ve completed during the program. Thank you to the entire team!

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ELIJAH LANGFORD 20 CompTIA A+: 1101 & 1102 St. Louis, MO

Before NPower, I had dropped out of college and was working at the St. Louis Zoo. I wasn't sure what field I wanted to go into. Someone at my church recommended the program to me. My time in the program has been very enjoyable.

The technical instructors explain the concepts in an easy way and classmates are always willing to explain it differently if you don't understand. The professional development team does a good job of preparing us for interviews, how to write a good resume, and building soft skills. The biggest challenge I faced, was learning the hardware side of technical training. This was because I didn't have a lot of experience with it.

Even though it was a challenge, it never felt like a chore because I enjoy tech. After NPower, I want to complete my internship and get a full-time position. My main goal is to achieve financial independence. This program has been a blessing and I'm glad to have been accepted into it.

ZEMONDRE MCKINZIE 25

CompTIA A+ 1101 & 1102, Google Project Management, CompTIA Tech Fundamentals Belleville, IL I'm a recent graduate of the Spring 2022 class at Harris-Stowe State University where I received my Bachelors in Information Science Computer Technology. While having a conversation with my closest friends about my goals and plans, they told me all about NPower and the opportunities. I enjoyed my experience with NPower. I came into the program with my goals that I wanted to achieve, making sure I capitalized on the opportunity as a whole. After graduation, my desire is to continue to learn more information; furthering my knowledge to obtain more advanced certifications. Also, I am pursuing a career in Cybersecurity, while investing into business ideas until I have my own tech company based in different states. I want to give a shout out to God, my family, my girl and my friends.

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ALEXANDER MINTER 21

KENNEDY MUTITI 23

I currently work in a warehouse and have an

Prior to NPower, I served in the Marine Corps

Associate’s degree. Before this program I didn’t

Reserves as a Network Administrator. Before

know what direction to take in my search for a

that, I did a semester of college and figured out

career. I found this program through a friend. I

college wasn't for me. I went looking for a

have always wanted to learn more about

different experience. My mom told me about

computers, and am glad she showed me this

the program and a friend, Njeri, who had passed

program. At NPower, I have developed better

through and found a good job. NPower is unlike

soft skills and a solid base knowledge of

any other IT bootcamp. The emphasis on not

hardware/software functions. I hope to

only opportunities, but also soft skill

continue learning more about computers and

development, is really crucial. I've not only

to find a fulfilling career. Something that stood

developed the hard technical skills, but the soft

out to me about this experience was how fun

skills to succeed in any field. The soft skill

the labs could be.

development was the most difficult for me, but

CompTIA A+ 1101, Google Project Management Edwardsville, IL

CompTIA A+ 1101 St. Louis, MO

with the support of the staff, I was able to catch on. I'm looking to expand my professional portfolio, get a job, and continue to earn certifications to make myself more marketable in the tech world. I’d like to shout out Sayed and Jana. They are excellent instructors, and I'm lucky to have had them in my corner. I couldn't have done it without you guys -- thank you!

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THOMAS NOLAN 18 St. Louis, MO

Ever since my high school computer teacher taught our class about IT, I have been interested in the topic. I started taking summer courses where we collectively built a PC as a class. I liked computers, but didn't know where I could take my first steps to become employed in the line of work. In July, I met a person that had completed the NPower program that let me know how they got an internship and later got hired right after their classes. It has been a challenge working and maintaining classes, but as I get to the end I feel this was all worth it, and one

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CompTIA A+ 1101, Google Project Management St. Louis, MO Before starting at NPower, I always had a passion for technology but didn’t know where to start or how. I was jobless and didn’t have the money to support myself to go to school or pay for a program. I found out about NPower through a former coworker who had mentioned they support veterans with professional development and career discovery. I decided to look into the program and realized that this program was perfect for me. This program has been excellent. I had the opportunity to network, learn about internships, mentorships,

of the best ways to taking my first steps

and go through the certification training.

towards my goal.

NPower is perfect for veterans and young adults who cannot afford traditional or vocational schooling, the bonus to the program is that it is free. I look forward to utilizing the certifications that I have earned to launch my career in tech! I am excited to apply the skills that I have developed through the process to put my foot forward to continue learning and developing.

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KARIM TALL TCHALEU 21

RAHMAN WARNER 23

I recently graduated from a program studying

Prior to NPower, I worked several jobs including

electronics and computer science in France, I

security, food service, and more. I came across

was looking for a place where I could improve

an NPower ad on Indeed.com and wanted to

my computer skills, and was advised to enroll at

find a better career. My experience at NPower

NPower. During my time at NPower, I learned

has been exceptional. I learned a lot about how

many things and have improved my computing

to troubleshoot and work on technology. During

skills. After the Tech Fundamentals course, I

the course, we worked through real-world

plan to enroll in the Cybersecurity program

scenarios and learned how to solve everyday

offered at NPower, and gain more certifications.

problems. To get through the course I studied

I would like to thank all our trainers.

every day, asked many questions, and showed

CompTIA A+: 1101, Google Project Management St. Louis, MO

Google Project Management St. Louis, MO

up ready to learn. My desire after NPower is to find better opportunities within the career of technology. I am very thankful for my teachers, classmates, and support system.

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WINTER WIDEMAN 24 CompTIA A+ 1101 St. Louis, MO

Prior and during NPower, I have been working at Target as a General Merchandise Expert for the past 4 years. I heard about NPower from my roommate, who is an Alum. In high school, I took an A+ prep class, so I wanted to expand my knowledge to get into a better career field.

Training with NPower, I've gained many good study habits and they have also helped expand my professional and interpersonal skills. I really enjoyed when we would break into groups to work with our fellow trainees. The biggest challenge for me was juggling working 40-hour weeks to stay afloat, while going through the technical training. It was a rough process but I kept focusing on the “why” I was doing it. After NPower, I hope to get an entry-level IT position and stick with it for a year or two to hone in my skills, as well as using that time to prioritize my mental health and focus on my personal life.

After that, I would like to come back and get some more certifications to be able to advance.

I want to thank Sayed, Jana, Coach Rob and everyone on the NPower team for giving us all this amazing opportunity.

I'MAD WILLIAMS 24

CompTIA A+: 1101 & 1102, Google Project Management, CompTIA Tech Fundamentals St. Louis, MO Early on I did not take education as seriously as I could have. I left high school my junior year and decided to go straight to work in the customer service and warehousing industries.

During my time working at a big box retailer a close coworker recommended I enrolled at NPower due to the depth of our conversations in regard to technology. NPower has shown me what I am made of, in a sense, as no shortage of obstacles had presented themselves during my experience. However, no matter the intrusion it could not stand in my way of progress. I have developed my active listening skill and a level of focus that I was able to hone greatly. A challenge for me was proper time management, but while acquiring my Google Project Management certificate I had developed a better system of doing so. After NPower, I intend to continue my development within the information technology space, I am very interested in machine learning and cloud computing. I would also like to maintain employment in the role of a network administrator or related field. Thank you to Sayed, Jana, Coach Rob, Lajuan, James and Ben Kesler.

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KEVION WINFIELD 25 CompTIA A+ 1101 East St Louis, IL

Prior to NPower, I was a Civil Engineering major, but did not finish my degree. From there I started working different jobs while I figured things out.

After my mother presented the opportunity to attend NPower, I did my own research and felt as if I couldn’t pass up the opportunity. My experience has been great. Joining the program and not really knowing what to expect taught me the value of being uncomfortable and seeking growth.

Learning a new skill or something that can make me better as a person every day, is what I enjoyed the most about training. After graduation, I plan to enroll in NPower's Cybersecurity course. I would like to thank NPower for the opportunity.

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missouri

CONGRATULATIONS!

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LYNDON ADAMS

MARCUS HURN

MARCUS PARKER

ZACKERY BALDWIN

ELIJAH LANGFORD

TREVOR SIRLES

JOSIAH BURTON

KARON LAVENDER

KARIM TALL TCHALEU

SHELBE DAVIS

SARAH LYNN LEFEBVRE

RAHMAN WARNER

BARBARA ECHOLS

JAMAR MALLORY

WINTER WIDEMAN

JACOB ESSEN

ZEMONDRE MCKINZIE

I'MAD WILLIAMS

JARLISHA HARDIMON

ALEXANDER MINTER

DARION WILLIAMS

BLESSING HASAN

JEREMY MUSADDIQ

KEVION WINFIELD

ROBERT HILL

KENNEDY MUTITI

KATIE HORTON

THOMAS NOLAN

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LAUNCHING TECH CAREERS. TRANSFORMING LIVES. 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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WE ARE THE FUTURE OF WORK

81%

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

(Based on NPower’s 2018–2019 national data)

Through partner and tech industry collaboration, our free training model is a workforce development solution for the future. In today’s economy, over 50% of all jobs require some degree of technology and digital skill. We prepare untapped, diverse talent to fill the number of technology-oriented jobs that will increase in the U.S. to 13 million by 2025, according to a recent Microsoft Data Science report that estimates that digital job capacity.

Our graduates of over 4,000 veterans and young adults are hired at over 2000 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 from underserved communities. 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 the Citi Foundation’s Pathways to Progress initiative.

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THANK YOU...

TO OUR EMPLOYMENT PARTNERS, FUNDERS & VOLUNTEERS

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FUNDERS AT&T Foundation

The Saigh Foundation

Fund of Boeing

Mercy

Boeing

Enterprise Holdings 2

Ameriprise Financial

Keeley

Clayco

Schnucks

Accenture

MasterCard

Emerson

First Bank

World Wide Technology

The St. Louis Zoo

Light a Single Candle

Mercy Caritas

Gateway to Innovation (g2i) Community Giveback Awards

Dennis & Judy Jones Family Foundation

U.S. Department of Homeland Security

Jazz IT Up and Individual Donors

Centene Charitable Foundation

Employee Community

McCarthy Building Companies

Accenture

Centene

Jennings School District

Peabody Energy

Accenture Federal Services

City of St. Louis Treasurer’s Office

Keeley Companies

Retail Technology Group

Acropolis Technology Group

Clayton School District

KPMG

Slalom

Mastercard

Stifel

Aerotek

Express Scripts

McCarthy

St. Louis Zoo

Mercy

United Way of Greater St. Louis

Ascension Technologies

The United Way of Greater St. Louis

PARTNERS

Apex Systems

Enterprise Holdings

Bayer

Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis

Boeing

Intelliteach

Merge IT Nestle

World Wide Technologies

VOLUNTEERS Tyler Foote

Hayley Turman

Marc Mitchell

Melissa Carron

Se'Vonne Jones

Quest Sampson

Alice Lynom-Dennis

Steve Sasfai

Amya Douglas

Amber Tompkins

David Hartley

Jana Groner

Ashanti Robinson

Aleshia Slaughter

Michelle Farrao

LaNesha Houston

Jerry Walker

Sean Muhammed

Josh Jaffe

Conner Phares

Summer Patel

Ryan Moore

Gavan Day

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NATIONAL PATHWAY BUILDERS Pathway Builders are individual donors invested in the future of our country and changing lives for military veterans and young adults from underserved communities. To learn more about Pathway Builders or to join this group of changemakers, please visit npower.org/ support or email hello@npower.org.

AMBASSADORS Kenneth Frazier

Ronald & Cynthia Gula Charitable Fund

David Reilly

Debra King Jennifer Kleinert Dan Maslowski James Mobley Steven Murphy

Mark Patterson Christopher Perry Daniel Petrozzo Peter Trizzino

Guillermo Diaz,Jr. Mike Elmore James Linnett Sandra Peterson Larry Quinlan Diane Schwarz

Rajen Shah Richard Stingi John Thompson Eric-Andre Vigroux Dan Zugelder

CHAMPIONS Les Brun Christiane Costello Dean Del Vecchio Gail Fierstein Matt Horner PARTNERS Jim Adams Jason Birmingham Carl Borsody Michael Bush Vittorio Cretella Doug DeSchutter

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SUPPORTERS Pete Agresta Mohamed Alborati Malika Andrews Ramzi Beainy Jessica Berry Jennifer Berwick Marletta Boyd II Marletta Boyd Senior Jonalan Brickey Dale Brooks Jennifer Buckner Stephanie Byrd Johanna Caplan Jim Carey Lisa Cawley Gerald Charles, Jr. Benjamin Ciaglo Hannah Craven Kristen Darby Quincy Davis Carl De Groote Andrew DiBlasio John Doricko Peter Doumani Brett Fleischman Sally Frank Michael Fugett

Rami Gabriel Kimika Garrett Daniel Garrison Amy Gnagy Demetrius Goodwin Doug Greene Keir Gumbs Scott Harris Mark Heil Rhonda Henley Ryan Hoyle Jason Huebner Olivia Jackson Dan Johnson Sarah Klarich Frieda Lewis Mark Macias Jr. Thomas Malone Ann Marr Viola Maxwell-Thompson Justin McFarland Richard Mclaughlin William McManemin John Miller Robert Millstone Pablo Miranda Thao Nguyen

David Niles Jonathan Orr Frank Pedersen Susan M Pettersen Shane Pfannes Joe Pinto Karthik Ramachandran Jose Reyes Aminah Roberts Carey Ryan Gaurav Shah Amit Sharma Dwight Shepherd PJ Sullivan Mike Tae Nicole Tate Cliff Thomas Horace Tiggs IV Sangy Vatsa Zachary Vendeiro Harish Venkitaramanan Alicia Warlick Stefen Welch Bruce Williams Dan Zugelder

Benjamin Cole Brianna Oliverius Calvin Peng

Scott Spaulding Susanne Tedrick Jose Vilar

FRIENDS Benjamin Bloom Paula Bunting Einat Burshtine

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NATIONAL NPOWER SUPPORTERS UNDERWRITERS | $750K+

SPONSORS | $250K+

Accenture

Ainslie Foundation

Thanks to our government partners, the U.S. Department of Labor, Maryland and New Jersey Department of Labor.

PARTNERS | $100K+ AHEAD

Emerson

Andreessen Horowitz

Ernst & Young

NETSCOUT

Atlas Data Systems

Fiserv

Beth & Ravenel Curry Foundation

Global Leadership Forum

The New York Community Trust

Bloomberg Philanthropies

Ira W. DeCamp Foundation

Centene Charitable Foundation Check Point Software Technologies Corteva Agriscience

Hewlett Packard Company KPMG Llewellyn Family Foundation Maryland Apprenticeship Innovation Fund

NetApp

Palo Alto Networks Patrick J McGovern Foundation The Pinkerton Foundation Rocket Community Fund

United Way of Greater St. Louis U.S. Department of Homeland Security Veterans’ Educational Assistance Program West Baltimore Renaissance Foundation, Inc. Workday Foundation

St. Louis Community Foundation

Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development

Tata Consultancy Services

MTX Group Inc

Twilio Inc

The Achelis & Bodman Foundation

Consumers Energy

Texas Mutual Insurance Company

ADP Foundation

Elasticsearch

Mass Mutual Insurance Company

Flextronics International USA, Inc.

Medidata Solutions

Vmware

Morgan Stanley

Vodafone

Fortinet

Motorola Solutions

France-Merrick Foundation

New York City Council

The William R. Orthwein, Jr. Foundation, Inc.

Henry & Ruth Blaustein Rosenberg Foundation

Northrop Grumman Corporation

Veritas

IBM

OneTen

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