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Meet Travis, a resilient and determined student whose journey from childhood interests to a promising career in technology is truly inspiring. As the youngest in a family with seven older siblings, Travis learned independence early. His love for video games, particularly The Sims, sparked a lifelong interest in technology. But his passions extended beyond the screen; he found joy in the outdoors and became a swim instructor, teaching kids how to swim and showcasing leadership at a young age. Middle school wasn’t easy, with Travis facing social challenges and feelings of isolation. However, with his grandmother's unwavering support, he began to build confidence, especially in 7th grade. This newfound self-assurance carried him into high school, where he joined the math club and discovered his passion for technology through AutoCAD. This experience ignited a spark that would shape his future. After high school, Travis worked at Parks and Recreation, where his leadership qualities stood out. His career took a significant turn when he was offered a trainee position as a water plant operator. Travis excelled in this role, passing the licensing exam on his first try, and demonstrating a self-taught approach to learning that would serve him well in the future. His journey into software engineering began with a mentor at his water treatment job and was further fueled by a friend who built his business website. Despite challenges in implementing his projects, Travis’s persistence never wavered. When initially rejected by Veroskills, he advocated for himself, refusing to take no for an answer. Travis’s story is a testament to the power of resilience and the importance of never giving up. His journey from video game enthusiast to aspiring software engineer shows that with perseverance and a willingness to learn, anything is possible. Travis embodies the qualities of a true innovator, pushing boundaries and setting new standards for himself every step of the way. We’re proud to spotlight Travis and can’t wait to see what he accomplishes next!

Meet James, one of our early VeroSkills students, who is now a tutor for VeroSkills.

Meet Ssebuuma, a testament to resilience.

Jobs for the Future (JFF), the leading workforce non-profit, featured VeroSkills as one of the key AI-powered learning programs in the industry. Thank you JFF! https://lnkd.in/gbbvhYAG

VeroSkills is thrilled to announce our sponsorship and partnership with USA for UNHCR for the Innovate4Refugees: Data and Tech Solutions Forum on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 in New York City! Joining us are fellow supporters Accenture and GitHub. Join us as we explore innovative data and technology solutions to support refugees worldwide. More info: https://lnkd.in/dDHZ3VYM Together, we can make a difference and create opportunities for refugees through cutting-edge technology and data-driven solutions. Let's innovate for a brighter future! #Innovate4Refugees #VeroSkills #UNHCR #TechForGood

🌍 Celebrating World Refugee Day with Important Announcements 🌍 Today, on World Refugee Day, we are reminded of the 43.4 million refugees around the globe, as highlighted in the recent UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency report. In response to this growing crisis, we are proud to launch our new VeroSkills website, showcasing how we use AI to empower refugees with vital skills for the workforce. Additionally, we are excited to announce the formation of our AI Council. This group of leaders will guide our mission to create meaningful employment opportunities for refugees. Meet our inaugural council members: - David Lubell, Founder at Welcoming America, Former EIR at The Adecco Group - Eric Ries - Author of The Lean Startup, Founder & Exec Chair of Long-Term Stock Exchange - Seema Iyer - Senior Director at The Hive @ USA for UNHCR - Tihomir Bajić - Managing Partner at X&, Former refugee Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to work towards a better future for refugees. Visit our new website to learn more about our initiatives: www.veroskills.com #WorldRefugeeDay #VeroSkills #RefugeeEmpowerment #TechForGood

Founders recently had the opportunity to present the second annual "John Michael Pierce Award" at the 35th Annual Jemison Award ceremony. This year's recipient is Daniel Walsh, Founder and CEO of VeroSkills, a workforce platform aimed towards retraining refugees into careers in software. Join us in continuing John Michael's legacy. Visit the link below to learn more about the John Michael Pierce Foundation & the Entrepreneurial Fund.

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VeroSkills is honored to announce that Eric Ries, Author of The Lean Startup and Founder and Executive Chairman of LTSE, will be joining us as an Advisor. Eric will guide us in continuing to provide industry-leading retraining in AI/Automation/Software Engineering to the Refugees we serve as well as help us further nurture an organization that is mission-driven. Welcome Eric!