Love is in the Air: Embrace the Passion for JA's Mission

FEBRUARY 2024 NEWSLETTER

This Month's Highlights:

Passionate Board = Commitment to JA's Mission
Cooking Up Internships on SoFlo Taste
Charting a Course for Success
JA Unveils Exciting Tech Integration
Unleash Your Inner Superhero at Girls Rule

Message from Chair Andrew Koenig & CEO Laurie Sallarulo

Thanks for loving Junior Achievement of South Florida (JA)!

February is a time not just for valentines and chocolates but also for celebrating the love we have for causes close to our hearts. At JA, this love is evident every day, as it fuels our mission to empower the next generation of leaders, innovators and entrepreneurs.

For the Love of JA is more than just a theme; it captures the passion and dedication of everyone involved – students, parents, volunteers, donors and community advocates. It's the love that drives us to ignite the spark of entrepreneurship in young minds, instill financial literacy and foster essential life and work readiness skills.

On behalf of the JA Board of Directors and staff, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all who contribute their time, resources and support to make our programs possible. Your love for JA transcends words -- it's a commitment to building brighter futures for our youth and strengthening the fabric of our community.

As we navigate the year ahead, let's continue to spread the love of JA far and wide, inspiring generations to dream big, reach their potential and make a lasting impact – never forgetting The Power of Possibilities!

Passionate Board = Commitment to JA's Mission

Our Board of Directors are bursting with pride and passion for Junior Achievement of South Florida!

Behind every successful initiative, there's a dedicated team, and ours is fueled by a deep commitment to empowering our youth through education and opportunity. Our Board members embody this dedication wholeheartedly, and their unwavering support is truly invaluable.

Welcome to the Board!

This month, we welcome our newest members to the diverse Board of Directors:

Howard Levine - Amerant Bank
Catherine Mandell - Phase3 Business Services LLC
Julio Roque - Synovus Bank
Kristen Searle - Castle Group

Congratulations, and thank you for believing in our mission!

MEET THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Cooking Up Internships on SoFlo Taste

We are thrilled to share that our very own Patricia Josue, Senior Youth Employment Manager, made a special appearance on WPLG's SoFlo Taste with the talented Chef Michelle Bernstein. Mouthwatering Japanese Tater Tots were on the menu!

In this exclusive segment, Patricia shared insightful details about JA's 2024 Youth Employment Program that's providing qualified interns at ZERO cost to employers this summer.

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Charting a Course for Success

Students recently set sail into maritime careers with Disney Cruise Line at Port Everglades! Partnering with Junior Achievement of South Florida, Disney hosted an interactive career panel for JA Career Bound. Crew members, including former JA student Gabe Biser, shared insights into roles like human resources and entertainment.

Post-panel, students explored Port Everglades, gaining behind-the-scenes insights. Disney's support for JA's programs aligns with their commitment to Broward County's growth through a 15-year agreement.

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JA Unveils Exciting Tech Integration

JA is proud to announce a cutting-edge addition to our educational simulation experiences -- Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) technologies! These innovative tools are set to revolutionize how students learn and prepare for the workforce.

Thanks to partners like JM Family Enterprises (Toyota) and Nova Southeastern University, these technologies were launched in JA Finance Park storefronts with more to come.

With VR, experiential learning takes center stage, providing hands-on experiences like never before. AR overlays digital information onto the real world, making learning interactive and engaging.

CLICK HERE TO DONATE TO YOUTH INNOVATION

Unleash Your Inner Superhero at Girls Rules

Picture this -- a dynamic brunch and networking opportunity where today's forward-thinking women come together to transform and advance future generations of girls. That's what Girls Rule: Ignite Your Superpowers on March 14th is all about.

Students will participate in dynamic workshops on body image, self-care, career paths and more. Then, attendees will meet keynote speaker Theresa Bowe - entrepreneur, philanthropist, author and wife of former NFL player Dwayne Bowe - enjoy a fashion show and learn to dress for success. Sponsorships are available.

For more information, contact Robyn Harper at Robyn@JASouthFlorida.org.

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$400 FASHION SHOW PARTICIPANT SPONSOR (INCLUDES 1 EVENT TICKET)

THANK YOU, GENEROUS STOREFRONT PARTNERS!

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