Verizon partners with Minnesota Technology Association to create tech career pathways in Minneapolis

Through culturally competent coaching and apprenticeships, the program will support access to technology fields for high school students and other young adults.CompTIAs Cyberstates report predicts that Minnesota will need approximately 90,000 new technologists in the next 10 years to meet industry demand.1 Through culturally competent coaching and apprenticeships, the program will support access to technology fields for high school students and other young adults.We are grateful for Verizons generous investment in building the digitally skilled workforce needed to fuel the success of Minnesotas innovation economy, said Jeff Tollefson, MnTechs President & CEO. We are committed to listening to and meeting communities where they are by partnering with innovative organizations, such as Minnesota Technology Association, to ensure communities have the digital skills and tools they need to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital economy.Verizons small business partnerships are part of the companys goal to support one million small businesses to succeed in the digital economy by 2030. Programs like this build on the companys goals of preparing 500,000 individuals for jobs of the future, providing 10 million young people with digital skills, and supporting one million small businesses with resources to succeed in the digital economy. Headquartered in New York City and with a presence around the world, Verizon generated revenues of $136.8 billion in 2022. The company offers data, video and voice services and solutions on its award-winning networks and platforms, delivering on customers demand for mobility, reliable network connectivity, security and control.VERIZONS ONLINE MEDIA CENTER: News releases, stories, media contacts and other resources are available at verizon.com/news.