Preparing Diverse Talent for Southern California’s Fastest-Growing Industries.
Empowering job seekers with hands-on training, wraparound support, and direct pathways to high-growth careers in clean energy, healthcare, life sciences, tech, infrastructure, and more.
The Workforce Readiness & Economic Resilience Program is a no-cost workforce development initiative designed to equip motivated individuals from disinvested communities with the skills, knowledge, and connections needed to launch and sustain high-growth careers. Backed by data, powered by employers, and rooted in equity, this program provides industry-aligned training, wrap-around services, and direct job placement support.
Whether you’re looking to upskill, re-enter the workforce, or start fresh in a resilient industry — this program is built for you.
You’ll gain more than just job training — you’ll build a future-ready career foundation. Here’s what’s included:
in industries like healthcare, clean energy, bioscience, aerospace, and logistics
Resume building, interview skills, digital literacy
Leadership training, career mapping, mentorship
(via Advocacy Academy) - Understand how policy impacts profit, navigate certifications, and access capital
Explore clean and sustainable career pathways
and personal growth strategies.
Cohort Start Date: Coming Soon
Cohort Duration: 8 weeks
Available Starting: 5th May, 2025.
Participants will receive orientation materials, complete a baseline survey, and begin pre-assigned readings and reflection exercises in preparation for the live sessions.
Time: Wednesdays, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Zoom Session 1
An introduction to professional etiquette, confidence-building, and networking tools to reduce social anxiety and strengthen presence in business and civic spaces.
Zoom Session 2
Explore how to navigate government structures and foster relationships with elected officials to advance business goals and access public resources.
Zoom Session 3
Learn how to tell your business story through media and social platforms, pitch to press, and build credibility with strategic content.
Zoom Session 3
Learn how to tell your business story through media and social platforms, pitch to press, and build credibility with strategic content.
Zoom Session 4
Explore how to mobilize networks, build coalitions, and drive influence through creative partnerships and collective action.
Zoom Session 5
Gain a deep understanding of how policy is formed, how to influence it, and how to effectively engage in the legislative process.
Zoom Session 6
Learn the art of persuasive storytelling, testimony writing, and how to communicate with lawmakers in impactful and professional ways.
Date: Wednesday, June 26, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: To be determined
Mandatory in-person event. Participants will present their final projects, showcasing how they will apply the tools learned to grow their business, access new opportunities, or shape public policy. The event will include a graduation ceremony, certificate presentation, guest speakers, and a networking panel with industry and civic leaders.
This course is for you if:
No prior experience is required — just commitment and curiosity.
The Workforce Readiness & Economic Resilience Program combines expert-led training, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities to deliver actionable results for your business.
8 weeks (hybrid format: online and in-person sessions).
Live webinars, in-person workshops, and networking events
$FREE
Southern California (specific venue details provided upon registration).
The Workforce Readiness & Economic Resilience Program focuses on practical skills, real-world applications, and personalized mentorship to help you achieve measurable success.
Register for the Workforce Readiness & Economic Resilience Program and take the first step toward building a stronger, more successful business.
