45 - Skilled Through Alternative Routes - Why STARs Matter to the Workforce Ready for Work

Join us in Episode 45 to discover a groundbreaking partnership between ACT and Opportunity at Work. Georgia Gillette, VP of Strategic Alliances at Opportunity at Work, shares insights on STARs (Skilled Through Alternative Routes) and the Tear the Paper Ceiling campaign. Discover the challenges faced by STARs, the impact of hiring misperceptions, and the mission to bridge the gap between job opportunities and workforce skills. Explore the data-driven strategies, success stories, and a comprehensive playbook aimed at closing skill gaps with STARs.


Guest: Georgia Gillette, VP of Strategic Alliances, Opportunity at Work
Transcript of Episode 45
Tear the Paper Ceiling Campaign
STARs Hiring Playbook
STARs Tear the Paper Ceiling PSA Video
STARs Success Story:  LaShana Lewis
STARs Success Story:  IBM
ACT Work Ready Communities
ACT Workforce Solutions