Laurie Sallarulo
President & CEO

“Workforce conversations are changing quickly.

What used to be about degrees and credentials is now about skills, adaptability and confidence. Employers are rethinking how they hire and students are rethinking what their path can look like.

The question isn’t whether opportunity exists. It’s whether we’re preparing young people to step into it.”

- Laurie

JA Stock Market Challenge - giving students real-world experience in investing, strategy and building wealth. 

Bold Xchange LIVE launches with real insights into leadership and legacy.

Through Trailblazers in Trades, JA students explored high-demand pathways in construction, maritime and water utilities with industry professionals.

One Student,
One Opportunity,
A Different Future.

Jacob Wilson’s journey highlights how JA’s Pre-Apprenticeship program can change a life’s trajectory.

Accessibility Meets Opportunity

Lighthouse of Broward students experienced JA BizTown, where every young person is empowered to participate, belong, and thrive.