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“When mentors show up, incredible things happen”: The Power of Showing Up

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When Carl McAllister II first heard about our Workforce Prep Mentoring Program, it was through a simple email forwarded by his own mentor, Andrew Moore. “I immediately jumped on it,” Carl said. “Mentoring is a big part of my life already, but this felt different. It was more structured, longer-term. … Read More »

“She taught us it’s okay to just be ourselves”: A Year of Exploration and Growth

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At Hazel Park High School, two sophomores found their voices and their futures, thanks to a powerful combination of structured curriculum, heartfelt mentorship, and a few moments that changed everything. Autum and Yasmin met in our 10th grade (Year 1) Workforce Prep Mentoring Program, an experiential program focused on helping … Read More »

“The impact went way beyond school”: A Student’s Journey to Success

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When Mohammad Zaman joined our Workforce Prep Mentoring Program at Warren Mott High School, he was like many 11th graders; bright, capable, and just beginning to grasp what the future might hold. What he didn’t know then, and what few high schoolers truly understand, is that success in life doesn’t … Read More »

Celebrating Excellence, Empowering Tomorrow’s Workforce: 2025 Awards Celebration

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What happens when more than 250 students, mentors, sponsors, and supporters come together to celebrate success, achievement, and a shared commitment to empowering tomorrow’s workforce? You get an unforgettable evening filled with pride, joy, and a whole lot of applause. “Our 2025 Awards Celebration was just that—a powerful reminder that … Read More »

Another Very Special Night, Corks & Forks 2025

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On March 8, 2025, the ballroom at The Townsend Hotel shimmered with elegance as we hosted our 17th annual Corks & Forks gala. This year’s event, chaired by Teresa Thiele, Senior Vice President of Global Purchasing Programs at Stellantis, brought together community leaders, business professionals, and passionate supporters to celebrate … Read More »

From Medicine to Tech: Shanaz Munni’s Winning Futures Journey

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When Shanaz Munni joined our Workforce Prep Mentoring Program at Warren Mott High School in 2018, she thought she had it all figured out—she was going to be a doctor, but she really didn’t know how to make that dream a reality. Now, at 22, she’s preparing to graduate from … Read More »

Scott Rice transitions to Chair Emeritus of BOD, Matt Joshua elected Chair

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A personal note from Kristina Marshall, President and CEO, Winning Futures:  Fifteen years ago, Scott Rice, president and COO of Powerlink Healthcare Support Services, joined our Board of Directors after attending our golf outing and visiting a Workforce Prep mentoring session. Words cannot describe how grateful I am that he … Read More »