Better Together: How Community Colleges and Nonprofits Create Opportunities

On Thursday, November 14th, 2024 Gray DI partnered with Fresh Start Women’s Foundation to tell the story of how Fresh Start is working with a community college to genuinely change lives. This inspiring story shows the power of collaboration between nonprofit and higher education to change lives. If you have any questions or would like to be connected to any of the presenters, please email Gray DI: info@graydi.us

Watch the Recording Below

Local College Partnership Creates New Opportunity

Fresh Start Women’s Foundation, a nonprofit organization, is very near and dear to all of us at Gray DI. Its story is one of success in helping transform women’s lives by providing access and resources to help women achieve self-sufficiency and use their strength to thrive. To realize this, Fresh Start began by building a roadmap and establishing successful partnerships with higher education institutions in the local community and employers seeking qualified workforce team members.Β  This ground-breaking approach is creating a lasting impact on women, families, and communities.Β 

Β  Speakers:

Kim McWaters,Β 
President and CEO, Fresh Start
Jason Weinstein
Jason Weinstein
Chief Officer, Corporate Engagement, Maricopa Community College
Dr. Dina Preston-Ortiz,
Professor of Business, Paradise Valley Community College

Abdu Dahr,
Vice President of Strategic Partnerships, Fresh Start

Mary Upchurch,
Executive Vice President, Gray Decision Intelligence