Laurie Sallarulo
President & CEO

Behind every landmark are skilled hands that built, wired, repaired and maintained it. This story challenges outdated ideas about success and highlights how Junior A South Florida’s Pre-Apprenticeship program prepares students for essential, meaningful careers. Discover how you can help launch the futures of South Florida’s next generation of builders today. (Read the full article here.)

- Laurie

Our 2026 Rosé Soirée celebrated remarkable women, honored future leaders and featured an unforgettable student fashion show that brought JA’s mission to life. Discover the evening’s inspiring highlights and impact.

Celebrate JA South Florida President and CEO Laurie Sallarulo, named the Pompano Beach Chamber of Commerce’s 2026 Business Woman of the Year, and discover the impact behind her inspiring leadership journey.

Students are returning to JA World for a new year of hands-on learning, career exploration and discovery. See how opening day launches meaningful experiences and inspires futures filled with possibility.

We’re proud to accept a Community Grant from the Taco Bell Foundation ensure the next generation has the tools needed to succeed in higher education and beyond. Every time you round up your total at a Taco Bell Restaurant, funds go to support youth scholarships and organizations like ours! So don't forget to head to your local #TacoBell today to buy a Crunchwrap Supreme and a Baja Blast to support Junior Achievement of South Florida! Find your location today.

Vincent Prieto began his Summer Youth Employment internship with Ontic MRO hoping it might lead to a job and it did much more. Through hands-on experience, he developed valuable workplace skills, discovered an unexpected interest in aviation and proved himself by supporting critical projects with initiative and professionalism. His dedication ultimately earned him a full-time Customer Service Representative position at Ontic,  launching an exciting new career path. (Read More)

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