FutureFit AI

Yesterday, I had the chance to attend Tools of the Trade: Ontario’s Blueprint for Prosperity with the Honourable David Piccini, Marc Arsenault, and Michae Clemons at the Empire Club of Canada The discussions were eye-opening, highlighting the urgency of addressing Ontario’s productivity challenges and the opportunities we have to shape a stronger, more inclusive workforce. One point from Minister Piccini really stood out: Ontario’s #productivity is declining despite more formal education than ever before. This disconnect between gained skills and connection to employment is holding us back. If we want to increase our productivity—and in turn, raise our standard of living—it starts with rethinking how we invest in people. Some things that really stuck with me: - Earn while you learn models, like apprenticeships, are a critical way to provide workers with skills-based, on-the-job learning while paying them for their time. - Ontario is taking a proactive approach to tackling barriers. Banning country-specific experience requirements is a huge step forward in focusing on skills and competencies instead of arbitrary measures. - We’re in a pivotal moment with 1 in 3 tradespeople retiring in the next decade. If we’re not intentional about addressing this, we risk falling behind—but if we act, there’s so much opportunity to grow. At FutureFit AI, this focus on #skills and #outcomes is at the heart of what we do. We help people identify their competencies, connect with rapid training opportunities, and build clear pathways to meaningful work. This isn’t just about helping individuals; it’s about strengthening the workforce and driving the kind of productivity that benefits everyone. As Minister Piccini said, "We can’t afford to passively inherit the economy we have—we have to actively build the one we want." We’ve already seen success in building #demand-driven talent pipelines and connecting people to industries that need them most. Whether it’s mining, healthcare, or other key sectors, we’re ready to support organizations in addressing workforce challenges and meeting demand. Reach out to start a conversation. #ToolsOfTheTrade #ONpoli #SkilledTrades #FutureofWork

🚀 FutureFit AI can’t wait to be part of the NYC Employment and Training Coalition (NYCETC) 2024 Conference: Setting NYC’s Workforce Agenda! 🗽 Taking place on December 3 - 4, 2024, the NYCETC conference is the largest event in the city dedicated to advancing access to quality jobs, promoting diversity and equity in growing industries, and strengthening the link between workforce and economic development. 👉 We’re thrilled that our Head of Partnerships, Priya Ramanathan, will be representing FutureFit AI at this key event, engaging with workforce leaders committed to setting New York City’s workforce agenda for 2025. 👋 Will you be attending NYCETC 2024? Let’s connect to discuss how technology can help create scalable, inclusive workforce solutions for a stronger, more equitable future. #NYCETC2024 #NYCWorkforceWeek #WorkforceDevelopment #FutureOfWork

Why We're Not Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week (keep reading)! At FutureFit AI, we believe in the transformative power of apprenticeships to build careers and bridge skills gaps. However, instead of simply celebrating National Apprenticeship Week, we are affirming our commitment to championing and scaling apprenticeships everyday. At the same time, we are reflecting on what needs to evolve to ensure apprenticeships reach their full potential and create lasting impact: 1️⃣ Apprenticeships Need Year-Round Commitment. Real impact demands sustained focus - not just a week. Are apprenticeships a priority in April? June? August? For us, they are. 2️⃣ The System Still Falls Short. Yes, apprenticeships can change lives. But too many people are still left behind. Unequal access to resources, misaligned programs, and insufficient funding hold the system back. That’s not something to celebrate - yet. 3️⃣ It’s About Results, Not Keeping Up Appearances. We care about real progress: creating meaningful work, measurable impact, and scalable solutions that benefit individuals and employers alike. Awareness is good, but action is what truly matters. As we look beyond National Apprenticeship Week, we are focused on building tools, systems, and partnerships to make apprenticeships a scalable, accessible pathway to opportunity for more workers year over year. We're excited to celebrate a future where apprenticeships are a true and real solution to bridging talent gaps, not just a buzzword. #NationalApprenticeshipWeek #Apprenticeships #NAW2024 #WorkforceDevelopment #FutureOfWork

Why We're Not Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week (keep reading)! At FutureFit AI, we believe in the transformative power of apprenticeships to build careers and bridge skills gaps. However, instead of simply celebrating National Apprenticeship Week, we are affirming our commitment to championing and scaling apprenticeships everyday. At the same time, we are reflecting on what needs to evolve to ensure apprenticeships reach their full potential and create lasting impact: 1️⃣ Apprenticeships Need Year-Round Commitment. Real impact demands sustained focus - not just a week. Are apprenticeships a priority in April? June? August? For us, they are. 2️⃣ The System Still Falls Short. Yes, apprenticeships can change lives. But too many people are still left behind. Unequal access to resources, misaligned programs, and insufficient funding hold the system back. That’s not something to celebrate - yet. 3️⃣ It’s About Results, Not Keeping Up Appearances. We care about real progress: creating meaningful work, measurable impact, and scalable solutions that benefit individuals and employers alike. Awareness is good, but action is what truly matters. As we look beyond National Apprenticeship Week, we are focused on building tools, systems, and partnerships to make apprenticeships a scalable, accessible pathway to opportunity for more workers year over year. We're excited to celebrate a future where apprenticeships are a true and real solution to bridging talent gaps, not just a buzzword. #NationalApprenticeshipWeek #Apprenticeships #NAW2024 #WorkforceDevelopment #FutureOfWork

🚀 Late update, but worth the wait! 🚀 A few weeks ago, I had the privilege of attending the Accelerate Conference in beautiful Victoria, BC—a gathering of incredible minds focused on learning and workforce development. A massive thank you to Curtis and D. Scott bringing together such an inspiring community of practice. 🙌 It was wonderful reconnecting with old friends like Sydney, Mike, and Mark, and making new ones like Jessica, Darian Kovacs ♾️ and Jason Dennison —the kind of connections that remind us why we do this work. Highlights? Too many to list, but here are a couple that stuck with me: ✨ Diana Stephenson shared the incredible transformation journey of BC Hydro, providing inspiration for how organizations can align with communities, Indigenous Nations, and stakeholders to lead meaningful change. ✨ Paul Healy’s Skillnet Ireland example blew me away. Skillnet is redefining workforce development with its industry-led ethos, strong regional presence, and innovative funding models like Ireland's National Training Fund. Whether it’s creating AI post-grad programs in months or turning "robot displacement" into new job opportunities through co-bots, SkillNet is a global model for how skills can drive innovation and equity. From discussions on green skills to creating a social license for AI adoption, this conference left me excited about the future of workforce development—especially as we build similar pathways here in Canada. To Curtis, D. Scott, and everyone who shared their insights: thank you for the inspiration. The work continues! 🌟 #FutureOfWork #WorkforceDevelopment #LearningInnovation #Accelerate2024

💻 This week, we were proud to have our Head of Partnerships, Priya Ramanathan, represent FutureFit AI at the Center for an Urban Future’s policy forum, “Maximizing New York City's AI Opportunity.” 🍿 Priya joined a diverse group of experts to explore how city and state policymakers and economic development officials can maximize New York City's opportunity with AI and ensure that it becomes one of the globe’s leading AI hubs. 🎥 Didn’t have the chance to attend in person? A full recording of the forum can be found here: https://lnkd.in/eGvEHujY 🙌 Thank you to Center for an Urban Future and the Fisher Brothers Foundation for supporting this forum, as well as the other speakers: 👉 Eli Dvorkin of Center for an Urban Future 👉 Winston Fisher Fisher Brothers and AREA15 👉 Maria Gotsch of the Partnership for New York City 👉 Matthew Hartman of Factorial 👉 Aneto Okonkwo of Remarkable AI 👉 Moderator Julie Samuels of Tech:NYC #futureofwork #workforce #ai #futurefitai #NYC

🎉 FutureFit AI is thrilled to announce that our Pathfinders Program is officially live! 🤝 In partnership with Intermountain Health and InStride, we've launched a demand-driven training-to-employment model to connect hundreds of Coloradans without a post-secondary degree to a living wage job in healthcare. 📈 To kick things off, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) roles are being actively recruited for in the Denver metro area and Grand Junction, CO. We’re proud to have already supported 2 hires and look forward to continuing to power this transformative system. Explore the Pathfinders Program here: https://lnkd.in/dBBe92pe. 🙌 A special thank you to the entire Opportunity Now team for the support in this groundbreaking program, including Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade and leading partners Common Group, Strada Education Foundation, United Way, and WestEd. Feel free to contact any member of our team for more information on how this program, supported by the Opportunity Now Colorado Grant, leverages AI to meet employer needs and enhance economic mobility for all. #opportunitynow #opportunitynowstartsnow #workforcedevelopment #futureofwork #workforce #ai #futurefitai #healthcare

⚜️ That’s a wrap on the 50th CAEL Conference in New Orleans! 🎉 It was a pleasure to connect with leaders from postsecondary education, workforce development, and industry, all focused on aligning learning with work to drive continuous economic advancement for adults. 🍿 We were especially proud to have our Chief Commercial Officer, Lucas Levine, lead the session: “Harnessing the Power of Generative AI to Make Workforce Services More Human.” Lucas led a discussion-based session exploring the rapid adoption of Gen AI across industries and within workforce development, where these technologies are beginning to transform service delivery and help workforce leaders connect more people to pathways to opportunity. Audience members shared their own hopes and concerns about AI, with the consensus being that AI is here to stay, and we need to embrace the technology responsibly to make the most of it. 👋 Thank you to everyone who engaged with us at CAEL, a truly unique platform to explore new ideas with inspiring educators, employers, and community leaders. Let’s continue the conversation on how AI can create pathways to opportunity and make workforce services more effective and human than ever. #CAELConf #CAEL50 #WorkforceDevelopment #FutureOfWork

Exciting news for Sunnyvale! The Biden-Harris Administration's announcement of City of Sunnyvale as the anticipated location for the #CHIPS for America R&D flagship facility brings not only technological innovation but also opens the door for workforce growth and economic mobility for the entire Silicon Valley region. This is a monumental opportunity for local workforce development. With NOVAworks' commitment to skills-based hiring and our #LaunchLab's focus on sectoral strategies, we're poised to support the creation of high-quality, inclusive career pathways in the semiconductor and tech industries. This is more than a project; it’s a chance to reshape the region's talent pipeline and set new standards for economic empowerment. City of Sunnyvale, let’s get to work! #WorkforceDevelopment #EconomicMobility #CHIPSforAmerica #NOVAworks Marlena Sessions Jody Badiei Christopher Bernhardt Jennifer Cheyer Lelan Anders Larry Klein Mitchell Stevens Andy Switky Rosanne Foust

🚀 We’re headed to Accelerate 2024! 🚀 Accelerate 2024 brings together some of the world's best in all things skills development, job training, higher education, and the future of work. 🗣️ We’re thrilled to announce that our CEO, Hamoon Ekhtiari, will be speaking at the event! 🗓️ Alongside other experts, Hamoon’s session will dive into how we can unlock the potential of technology for strategic growth. He’ll reveal how innovative platforms harness LMI and competency mapping to empower learners, industries, and educational institutions, driving forward upskilling efforts for economic prosperity. Join Hamoon and co. on November 7th, from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM, at Breakout Session B. 👋 Will you be at Accelerate 2024? Connect with Hamoon Ekhtiari or Vaishnavy Gupta, our Head of GTM, on the floor! We look forward to meeting you and exploring actionable strategies that drive economic success through skill enhancement. #Accelerate2024 #Education #FutureOfWork #AI