Lisa Dyas, Site Director of Year Up Pittsburgh, discusses how Year Up facilitates connections between young adults and employers like BNY Mellon. BNY Mellon's partnership with Year Up aims to open doors to corporate careers for motivated individuals without college degrees, contributing to building a more diverse workforce in Pittsburgh.

Despite recent backlash, CEOs reconsidering ESG initiatives should note that 70% acknowledge their positive financial impact. Gerald Chertavian emphasizes that ESG investments benefit both businesses and society. Companies partnering with Grads of Life, like those in the OneTen coalition, demonstrate how ESG practices drive profitability and social impact. Chertavian urges CEOs to prioritize long-term corporate practices over short-term political concerns for sustained success.

Internships are pivotal for career advancement, offering invaluable hands-on experience and networking opportunities for college students and recent graduates.

The partnership between Bank of America and the Year Up job training program has become a successful endeavor, according to representatives from both organizations.

Year Up Admissions Manager Gisela Santana Viera highlights the program's impact, noting salary increases and career progression for graduates, including executive roles like vice president, demonstrating the program's long-term benefits.

In the CIO Magazine article "4 nonprofits fostering diversity and career advancement in IT" by Sarah K. White: