FALL 2023
ORDER OF CEREMONY HOUSTON
WELCOME REMARKS Diana Saenz Site Director
PROGRAM INTRODUCTION Jonathan Pride
Executive Director
INTRODUCTION TO ALUMNI SPEAKER Jonathan Pride
Executive Director
ALUMNI SPEAKER
Angel Charles-Roberts
INTRODUCTION TO STUDENT SPEAKER Angel Charles-Roberts
STUDENT SPEAKER Nedra Bell
INTRODUCTION TO INSTRUCTORS Kimberly Sonnier
RECORDED MESSAGE FROM INSTRUCTORS CLASS HONORS AWARDS Adriana Torres
AWARD RECIPIENTS Jose Gonzalez Nedra Bell Assyria Starks Jenah Maravilla
INTRODUCTION TO COMMENCEMENT SPEAKER Kimberly Sonnier
COMMENCEMENT SPEAKER Tiko Renolds-Hausman
Deputy Chief of Staff, Operations Precinct 2
INTRODUCTION TO KEYNOTE SPEAKER Diana Saenz
KEYNOTE SPEAKER Tim Jackson
CIO - Diamond Offshore
PROGRAM COMPLETION CERTIFICATE CEREMONY Houston Team
CLOSING REMARKS Jonathan Pride
Executive Director
CAKE RECEPTION AND CLASS PHOTOS
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OUR STORY NPower is a nonprofit rooted in the community and committed to advancing race and gender equity in the tech industry through skills training, real-world experience, support, and mentorships. The organization has helped young adults from underserved communities and veterans move from poverty to the middle class by training them with a range of tech skills and placing them in quality jobs. Students who enter our free training programs earn industry-recognized certifications and graduate with the competencies of an IT professional with one to two years of experience. NPower also places students in paid internships and apprenticeships with corporate and nonprofit organizations. Eighty percent of NPower graduates get a full-time job or continue their education. NPower is a vital solution towards bridging the national talent gap that exists in the high-growth technology industry. Over the past decade, NPower has expanded its program reach and developed a robust network of Fortune 500 companies, mid-sized enterprises, government agencies, staffing firms, and a network of nonprofit partners that host its interns and hire its graduates full-time. To learn more about NPower, visit npower.org.
NATIONAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS Matt Horner, CHAIR
Ami Desai
Diane Schwarz
Gail Fierstein, VICE CHAIR
Guillermo Diaz, Jr.
Dwight D. Shepherd
Steve Murphy, SECRETARY
Michael Fey
Executive Vice President World Wide Technology, Inc.
Director, Office of the CEO Vista Equity Partners
SVP, Global Head of People CaaStle
Founder and CEO Conectado, Inc.
Sr. Managing Director, Financial Services Industry Solutions Lead Accenture
Viola Maxwell-Thompson, TREASURER
CEO Emeritus Information Technology Senior Management Forum (ITSMF)
Michael Fugett, BOARD OBSERVER
Co-Founder & CEO Island
Keir D. Gumbs
General Counsel Edward Jones
Kateau James
Global Chief Operating Officer Deloitte Technology
U.S. ARMY, NPower TX Graduate VP, Production Management Citi
Tony Kerrison
Luisana Estevez, BOARD OBSERVER
Jennifer Kleinert
NPower NY Graduate | VP, Data Center Production Operations Engineer Meta
Gerald Charles Jr.
VP and Head of Product for Omni Customer Servicing Capital One
Dean Del Vecchio
EVP, Chief of Operations and CIO The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America
Chief Technology Officer Bank of America Chief Operating Officer, Enterprise Infrastructure Operations & Technology Citi
Mark Patterson
VP, Chief Information Officer Johnson Controls Director, Federal Government Client Relations REAR ADMIRAL (RETIRED) IBM
Anupam Singhal
President, Manufacturing Tata Consultancy Services
Josh Sutton
Chief Executive Officer Agorai
Peter Trizzino
President, North America Sales Dell Technologies
Sangy Vatsa
Founder Digital Insights, LLC
Bertina Ceccarelli
Chief Executive Officer NPower
SVP, Chief of Staff to Chair & CEO Cisco Systems
Frank Pedersen
Digital Transformation Executive
David Reilly
Tech Executive
REGIONAL ADVISORY BOARD Doug Barnes
Jason Hess
Raymond Pitts
Vice President of Operations NETSCOUT
Executive Director JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Barbie Barta
Rashimi Jain
Senior Vice President - Data Ceter Migration Portfolio Manager Citigroup
Chief Exectuive Officer Business Centric Technology
CIO Careington International
Jacqueline Bragg
Christopher Karp
NPOWER ALUMNI REPRESENTATIVE Information Security Analyst Citi
Director of Customer Service Chewy
Dana Branch
SVP Digital Automation & Infrastructure Citi
Senior Vice President, AI Bank of America
Blake Helm Cloud Infastructure Finance Oracle
Bobbie Long
Ashley Neumeier Account Executive Optomi
Kian Sanders VP Mr. Cooper
Drew Simmons Chief Information Security Officer Juniper Networks
Hermen Wegayehu, CHAIR SVP, Senior Information Security Officer Bank of America
Valencia Woodward AVP, Talent Managment Mr. Cooper
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KEYNOTE SPEAKER Tim Laudell Jackson Tim is the Chief Information Officer at Diamond Offshore. Tim has 30 years of IT experience overall, with 18 of those years serving in various Leadership roles such as Director of Enterprise Systems, Director of Global Infrastructure, Director of Technical Operations, and Six Sigma Black Belt, to name a few. He has a Bachelor’s in Science in Advanced Technical Studies and Computer Information Processing from Southern Illinois University. His colleagues refer to Tim as a “highly dedicated leader with an excellent grasp of client needs and technical requirements. And he is recognized for “his leadership as he navigated technology requirements and minimized business disruption during the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic.” One of his major accomplishments is being named Houston’s CIO of the Year Finalist in 2021 and 2022.
COMMENCEMENT SPEAKER Tiko Reynolds-Hausman Tiko cultivates a level of unrivaled confidence from colleagues and constituents alike. She’s been lending her collaborative, results-minded expertise to local government agencies for over 19 years. Currently, Tiko serves as Deputy Chief of Operations for Commissioner Adrian Garcia’s office, where she oversees the precincts parks, community centers, workforce, and economic devolvement, as well as Precinct2Gether, the precincts nonprofit. Prior to Operations, Tiko served as Deputy Chief of Administrative Services. She led the administrative arm of the operation, overseeing budget and finance, human resources, workforce development, economic development, risk management, safety, and information technology, and acts as the Commissioner’s liaison for major Harris County and community initiatives. Tiko is a certified Business Mentor with SCORE and has received the Rising Star Recognition from the League of Women Voters Houston and a nomination for the Advocate Award by the Texas Black EXPO. She has also been recognized as a Top 30 Influential Houston Woman, Walkers Legacy Power25, and was recognized as an honoree for the inaugural PoliChic Texas Summer Brunch in July 2022. Ms. Hausman also serves on the Board for the Greater Houston Black Chamber of Commerce and was appointed by the president of the Houston Independent School District to serve as their appointed Board Director of the Downtown Redevelopment Authority, TIRZ3 Board, Position 6, Trustee at Large. 7
ALUMNI SPEAKER Angel Charles-Roberts Angel is from Spring, TX. She has been the proud owner of Yuneek Tees since 2012. Is married for 21 years and has two sons. She found her passion for IT in 2023 as part of the Inaugural Houston NPower Spring Cohort. She has successfully completed the ITF course and has obtained the ITF certification. She has also obtained the Google IT support certification (Coursera) and the Program Management certification (Coursera). Angel received the NPower Spring 2023 Leadership Award. She has since set her sights on data, currently pursuing a Data Analytics certification and her goal is to thrive as an Analyst or Database Administrator. Beyond tech, you’ll find her dancing, walking, enjoying sports, and reading. She believes we possess untapped potential beyond our awareness and can achieve anything with the right mindset.
STUDENT SPEAKER Nedra Bell “I found out about NPower on a Cybersecurity for Women Facebook group as I was seeking change and growth. My career history is based in event and private airline management. Therefore, my previous experiences have sharpened my ability to thrive in high-pressure environments and deliver results. I have had such a positive training experience with NPower. The supportive, educational environment is unmatched. As a career changer, NPower is allowing me to boost my selfconfidence, technical skills and it has given me the feeling of being proud of myself again. This came after gaining my Google IT Support Professional certificate, CompTIA ITF+ certification and soon, CompTIA A+. I am so thankful for NPower and the unlimited possibilities that come with active participation and completion. The exposure to companies such as LinkedIn, Citi Bank, mock interviews, networking sessions and instructor led trainings are opportunities given in Master degree programs. NPower is a trendsetter and is helping me make the positive changes I have been seeking for the past few years. My goal is to enter the IT field as a Cybersecurity Analyst, Technical Sales Representative or Project Coordinator/Manager. I also would like to return and volunteer with NPower in whatever capacity needed. My current opportunities are endless due to the lasting impact NPower has made in my life. Thank you!”
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KEY CLASS STATISTICS Tech Fundamentals Fall 2023 The curriculum for this program includes a NetAcad learning module courtesy of the Cisco Networking Academy.
92% GRADUATION RATE 87% CERTIFICATIONS 72% MINORITIES 40% WOMEN
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GRADUATE BIOS
Adetayo Ajelolu Prior to my involvement with NPower, I pursued a degree in Computer Science. However, I later transitioned to a career in banking and finance. While this was a valuable experience, my true passion has always been in the field of Information Technology. My journey into the world of Information Technology had always been a dream. This dream wasn’t fully realized in the banking sector. It was my spouse who participated in the advanced program in Cybersecurity through Npower, and their experience inspired me to seize the opportunity to switch my career to what I had always aspired to. What drew me to the NPower program was its
Allen Kotun
U.S. Marine Corps - Served 3 ½ years Right before the COVID pandemic, I had two full-time jobs. I had just gotten both jobs, but COVID negatively impacted these jobs and industries. I have always been tech-savvy and keen to build a career within tech. Through a socioeconomic and disenfranchised history of hardships, I understood that inaction and non-progressive thinking were my only obstacles. I was glad to learn about NPower through a few veteran aid organizations. They all told me about NPower when I mentioned that I needed tech certs to make it into even an entry-level tech position, which would be my
comprehensiveness. It offered not only free IT
desired career path.
certifications but also professional development, soft skills
After obtaining just the CompTIA ITF+, it was enough of
training, and valuable mentoring. This program rekindled a long-held aspiration within me. Thanks to NPower, I was able to add the CompTIA ITF, CompTIA A, and Google ITF certifications to my credentials, all at no cost. These certifications are my stepping stones toward my dream career in Information Technology. I am now poised to enter the technology industry and build upon the solid foundation I acquired through the program. My goal is to secure a full-time position in this field after completing my internship.
a tech certification to affirm the technical knowledge I already possessed to get my current job. Thanks to my own networking and NPower, I got started in my desired career field before I even finished the program! Thank you to everyone who makes NPower possible. I found success here.
Ange Berenice Uwera
Anthony Galindo
Before joining Npower, I wanted to spend the next five to
When I was a kid, I was fascinated with computers ever
ten years working in the technology industry. I decided
since my mom bought a computer for the family. As usual,
to attend college and pursue a computer science degree.
she let me use it for games and videos for me. As much as
However, I wasn’t sure enough about what I should do
I wanted to attend Texas A&M, I didn’t have the time and
with the degree. I joined the NPower program because it
money to apply. So, while I was watching the news one
was tech-related, and I wanted to learn more about the
day, I stumbled across an ad for NPower. The ad explained
opportunities available in the tech industry.
what NPower is and how it affected people who are and
So far, my experiences with Npower have been excellent.
were enrolled.
Great colleagues who are always willing to lend a
I envision myself as an IT technician for a big company
helping hand throughout the class, as well as amazing
because of NPower’s help. While I do not regret my time
staff members who are always willing to assist. I love
and decision for NPower, I would like to go back in time
how Npower provided great opportunities to students,
and tell myself never to give up.
such as professional development, including a variety of training, mock interviews, and networking with amazing individuals. I now have other possibilities to consider my options thanks to this. All of this has increased my confidence. After NPOWER, I’m seeking an entry-level position to help me use what I’ve been learning. and I will continue to learn and grow in the tech industry.
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GRADUATE BIOS
Aquila Arthur Baffoe
Ashantiz Herndon-Cox
Prior to NPower I was in the health field, but technology
Before having the opportunity to join the NPower Tech
was something that has always piqued my interest. I was
Fundamentals Program, I only had basic knowledge
not sure how to go about it either to have a degree of
about computers and how they function. Now, having
some sort or to be able to get a job in the IT field. I heard
the core fundamentals of how Information Technology
about NPower, and I decided to enroll in the program and
works, which I learned from NPower, has truly been a
start from there.
life-changing experience. Today, I have successfully
NPower has played a very important role in my life, giving me the foundation to learn the basics and build my technical skills. The virtual and in-person professional development days have played a pivotal role in my soft skills and preparations for the real world.
completed the NPower Tech Fundamentals program, a transformative journey that broadened my understanding of Information Technology. Through comprehensive modules, I gained insights into databases, networking, and operating systems, unlocking the mysteries of IT. This experience led me to transition from supply chain
NPower provided the necessary tools and knowledge
management to the dynamic world of Information
with the experience of people in the field to help me
Technology. Now, equipped with valuable skills, I aspire to
know what to expect and how to go about securing jobs.
pursue a career in Cybersecurity that NPower has to offer.
I also obtained Google IT certifications and CompTIA
My newfound knowledge and passion for IT have opened
Certifications through NPower. I am grateful for the
exciting doors for me, where I aim to safeguard digital
opportunity presented to me by NPower to help build
landscapes, ensuring the security of the ever-evolving
my career with dedication and hard work to succeed.
digital realm. I extend my heartfelt thanks to NPower for
Technology is always evolving, and there are so many
providing me with this invaluable opportunity, enabling
career options to pursue in the IT field I look forward to
me to achieve essential certifications and embark on this
enrolling in other certification programs in the tech field.
promising new chapter in my professional journey.
I would like to thank the NPower Houston staff for the amazing opportunity and their dedication to seeing me and other individuals succeed. After graduation, I plan on working with the certifications and knowledge acquired from the program to get more hands-on experience.
Assyria Starks
Bailey Nguyen
Prior to NPower, I was searching for a way to step back
During my time at NPower, I immersed myself in the study
into the IT career environment. I was an IT Support
of IT, achieving academic success and receiving CompTIA
Specialist in the U.S. Army for three and a half years.
and Google IT certificates. Thanks to the time flexibility, I
I developed an interest in technology from hands-on
can work full-time in car sales while getting my education.
training and troubleshooting real-world trouble tickets.
My time here allowed me to work on my IT education and
Upon leaving the military, I couldn’t step back into the IT
experience that broadened my horizons, and enriched my
technology field due to my spouse moving us to Germany.
knowledge. I owe a debt of gratitude to my mentors and
Living in Germany was challenging work and after moving
fellow future graduates for their unwavering support. Now,
again to Texas, I decided this time that I was going to
as I move forward into this next chapter of life, I’m excited
find some way to reintroduce myself to the world of tech.
to apply my education and experiences to make a positive
While seeking resources and filling out job application
impact on the world. Thank you for your support, and I’m
after job application, Mr. Chester from the Goodwill
looking forward to the exciting adventures that lie ahead
organization gave me the NPower flier and pushed me
with the new doors that have been opened!
to complete the application. My time at NPower gave me an immeasurable amount of knowledge of different routes and opportunities that are available within the tech field. Professional Development was also a large part of helping me familiarize myself with interviews, attires, and proper work etiquette. Following graduation, I plan to enroll in college with a major in computer science and gain an entry-level position in IT Helpdesk to land a job in Cybersecurity eventually.
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GRADUATE BIOS
Brandon Spencer
Brianna Jefferson
I’ve always been interested in tech. My parents could
Prior to joining NPower, I was looking for something more
tell you thousands of stories of times that I would pick
financially stable. I was struggling living paycheck to
apart just about anything I could get my hands on. Toy
paycheck with short-term jobs, and I needed a change.
cars, remotes, controllers, game systems, you name it.
Throughout this journey, I have gained knowledge that
It just made sense for me to go into a tech career. The
will be pivotal to my career transition into tech. I’ve had
standout moment for me during the NPower course was
an interest in technology for a long time, and I wanted
learning about POTS and how it laid the foundation of the
to explore this opportunity tailored to the tech industry.
internet we use today. That piqued my interest, and now
NPower has provided me with all the tools and resources
I know what steps I want to take going forward. My next
needed to succeed in this program and beyond. I will
steps are going to be earning my CCNA Certificate and
forever be grateful to the NPower staff for their dedication
specializing in Networking. That’s what truly interests me
and passion to see me succeed in this program.
now, and I can already feel myself being passionate about it. I would tell my younger self to stay motivated. Keep picking things apart to see how they work. Stay curious.
Candlelyn Buckner
Caronate Agharih
Five years ago, after I finished high school, I was
I always had dreams as a little girl, but at a certain point,
completely lost and perplexed. However, I believed
I stopped dreaming. I felt like the world was against me,
that my whole concentration was on attending college,
and nothing was going according to my plan anymore.
enrolling in classes like education, or joining the University
Instead of working hard to change my course, I let nature
of Houston ROTC, none of which worked out. It took me
take its course. I found an ad for NPower on Snapchat,
a while to discover what suits me. I am a technology
and honestly, I wanted to skip it, but then again, I thought,
enthusiast, and ever since I was younger, I was the kid
“why not listen to it?” I didn’t receive a call back from
who never wanted to leave my computer class since it was
them until almost five months later when Mrs. Kim told
so interesting and exciting to learn about. This is why I
me I had been accepted. My joy could not be contained.
decided to pursue a career in technology.
Classes started, and having tutors like Mrs. Jana, Carla,
I first learned about NPower via a KPRC 2 News segment, and I thought it sounded ideal after reading about it and viewing a video special. Furthermore, Houston does not have any programs like NPower that provide free services. After I graduate from NPower and before I say goodbye to
and Kevin made me believe that I could do it all. NPower made me feel safe and confident and, most of all, went back to that little girl who had dreams because the NPower team made me believe that it wasn’t just me alone against the world. With NPower, I can do all, and so can anyone who joins NPower.
all my wonderful classmates and to the amazing NPower staff, once I get a job offer from an IT company, I do look up to my future as the girl who looks very happy at her job, able to live a great life because I do have many more dreams ahead of me. I would advise my younger self to get on board and take action since life will pass by quickly, and I don’t want to grow old and accomplish nothing. As my grandma has always taught me, and now that I’m growing up and making wiser choices, that’s why I’m here—as an NPower trainee. Hopefully, when I achieve my goal, I’ll be really proud of myself and serve as an inspiration for my family.
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GRADUATE BIOS
Charlene Aldridge
Christopher J Ibarra
Before NPower, I worked as a Court Clerk in the legal
I’ve always wanted to go into Computer Science and have
field, where I supported the daily operations of the court.
always had a knack for computers. But when Covid-19 hit,
I have my Associate of Arts in Paralegal Studies, but I
it made it difficult for me and my family to attend college.
felt I needed to expand my knowledge in another field
That led me into the HVAC field, working in it for a couple
of study and wanted to go back to school to pursue my
of years. Still working with computers at a hardware
bachelor’s in political science. Financially, I was unable
level, that’s when I saw the news promoting the NPower
to pay for college, and I felt stuck. Sometimes, when
program and what it was, an opportunity for people
one door closed, another one opens, and a friend of
to learn more in depth about computers and complete
mine introduced me to the NPower program since I was
certification with the help of instructors and advisors
unemployed at the time. I have always been interested in
along your journey.
learning about technology because it is changing by the minute. After learning more about NPower and its free IT Fundamentals training program, I decided to take the step and apply, and I am glad I made the decision. I was a little nervous that I would not get into the course, but I did! The instructors are very informative and have taught me a lot in a short period of time. Everyone that is a part of the NPower staff has been extremely helpful. I am very grateful for this opportunity with NPower, and I’m very eager to learn more. With my new skill set, I am hoping for an opportunity to gain a position as a Help Desk Technician and look into the Cyber Security courses.
Courtnie Malone Patterson U.S. Navy - Served 10 1/2 years
I served in the US Navy from the time I graduated college in 2012 until February of 2023. While serving, I discovered my passion for technology and decided to make this my career path. I wasn’t quite sure how I would break into the technology field until I was introduced to the Npower program at a Veteran’s job fair. Npower was the answer to my prayers. The Information Technology Fundamentals course has been enlightening, uplifting, challenging, and rewarding. Interacting with the Npower staff has played an integral role in both my and my peers’ success. I am looking forward to applying the skills that I have gained through this program toward further education and landing my dream job. There is no doubt that Npower has equipped me with the tools and resources necessary to take the technology industry by storm, and at this point, the sky isn’t even the limit.
Denvile Michel Dorvis Thinking back, I’ve always wanted to have some sort of part in the Information Technology world, but I was never sure about what position I wanted to hold. I’ve dreamt of taking computers apart and putting them back together, along with understanding the “bits and Bytes” of a network. All this was fueled mainly by friends and family combined with my general curiosity towards IT. I was referred to NPower by my career advisor at Workforce Solutions, and I couldn’t be more appreciative. NPower has provided me with an opportunity to further myself in ways that I never had access to before the cohort. If I had to select a single favorite moment, it would be difficult to do, but I believe that the best moments are completing the courses and getting your certifications above it shows that your work wasn’t in vain. I hope to further myself with these certifications, either by pursuing a specific career or heading back to college to expand my knowledge of the worldwide network further. In a perfect world, I see myself providing another source of internet for my home country and giving back in any other way possible. If I could have one superpower, it would be superintelligence. It speaks for itself, but knowledge is the key to power, and having such intelligence would be a wonderful asset. If I could say something to my younger self, it would be to “Please select IT-related subjects in school” (I didn’t) and “Keep pushing forward no matter how hard things may seem it’s only temporary.”
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GRADUATE BIOS
Gennah Jackson
German Ramos
Prior to coming into NPower, I was with another program
Before NPower, I was a high school student simultaneously
called Non Pareil Institute of Houston. I had gone to Non
taking college-level classes which allowed me to graduate
Pareil for 2 years, working on level designing skills (game
class of 2023 with my high school diploma, along with
design) while also working. My mom found out about
an AA degree. Since then, I have been working part-time
NPower through the news and signed me up without my
while studying tech through the NPower program. What
knowledge, as I was still at Non Pareil at the time. I left
brought me to NPower was my mother’s belief in my skills
Non Pareil in June of 2023 and started NPower on August
when it came to technology in general. There has never
7th. Since being in the NPower program, things have been
been a time where I did not overcome an issue when it
going pretty fast. The condensing of all this information
came to technology and helping my family around our
is ideal for me. From the networking, the internship
household, and through years of utilizing devices loaned
opportunity, the mentorship, and the certification training,
to me by my CFISD, my school district, and COVID-19.
this program has been outstanding. With my newfound
Technology and the complications that come with it have
skills, I am looking forward to obtaining a full-time
only made my skills sharpen for the better. My time at
position at whichever company I am interning for.
NPower gave me knowledge, and it taught me things I didn’t even know myself. Allowing me to grow my skill set and put my knowledge into a field that might be beneficial for me. After graduating from NPower, I plan to enter into a well-paying job that will hopefully allow me to help my family in regards to finances, while being able to pay for my younger sister’s college tuition.
Jasmine Thornton
Jazmine Lemons
I’m on the cusp of an exhilarating transition from the field
Before NPower, I always had a strong passion for
of education to the dynamic tech industry. My journey
technology but wasn’t sure how to turn my passion into
has been significantly shaped by my involvement in
a career. NPower has played a pivotal role in my life and
NPower, a remarkable program that empowers young
has contributed to my technical, professional, and career
adults like me to pivot into the world of technology.
development. The virtual professional development days
Through this program, I’ve been fortunate to receive
have allowed me to see firsthand where skill, hard work,
one-on-one training, professional development, and
and dedication can lead. I was most fond of my internship
dedicated sessions focused on CompTIA ITF+ and A+
opportunity. NPower provided the necessary tools,
certifications. The knowledge I’ve gained in recent
knowledge, and experience to succeed in the IT field and
months has left me brimming with excitement about
life. Thanks to NPower, I now know that I can maneuver
what lies ahead. I can’t wait to apply the soft skills I’ve
into the tech world with knowledge and confidence. I look
honed during my time as an educator, such as effective
forward to obtaining additional certifications and pursuing
communication and empathy, to my new tech career.
a career in Information Technology, as tech careers will be
Attending AfroTech was a game-changer for me, exposing
in high demand after this pandemic. I would like to thank
me to a wealth of industry insights and inspiring me to
the NPower Houston staff for this wonderful opportunity
make a significant impact. I’m deeply indebted to NPower
to improve myself.
for this transformative journey, and as a way of giving back, I’m committed to helping others navigate successful transitions into the tech industry – a path that was also taken by my mom, whose experience played a significant role in sparking my interest in the program.
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GRADUATE BIOS
Jenah Maravilla
Jennifer Yakubu
Prior to NPower, my heart had always been in the right
Prior to NPower, I was working in the healthcare field as
place, just without the best guidance. Starting off in
a Sterile Processing Technician and I wanted a change
healthcare, I found myself limited in the ways I can
in career path into the IT field. I did a search on Google
assist others. With the nonprofit work and business
on how to go about it, and I came across NPower. I can
services I offer, my creative side shows through while still
honestly say that my journey of changing my career path
empowering those in the community. However, the hours
is becoming a reality. I have two IT certifications now, and
are long without a steady paycheck. The question I always
currently in the process of getting the third one through
asked myself was, “Where do I go from here?” When I
the training and resources NPower provided.
found out about NPower, I was excited to explore a new opportunity and skillset in order to tether my experiences together. As someone who has lived through dial-up internet, tech has been a huge part of my life, whirring on in the background as I bumbled my way through my different interests and passions. Not only have I learned a great deal about this tool I have been using all my life through NPower’s certificate-centric coursework, but NPower provided us with career-readiness tools that other programs tend to put in the backseat. All for free! Guided by passionate instructors and staff, it feels as though both the hard and soft skills are weighed equally, and my cohort has all benefitted from such a holistic approach. With my new set of skills and certifications (IT Fundamentals, A+, Google IT Support, and Google UI/UX Design), I look forward to opening myself up to newfound opportunities and finding a niche that both challenges me creatively and allows me to help others.
The virtual development days have also played a great role in this journey. My resume has now been tailored for an easy transition to the IT field, and I am much better at doing interviews than when I started the program through the needed tools and education that was provided to us. I would like to thank NPower, the trainers, and the staff for this great opportunity, and I am looking forward to joining the next advanced course in Cybersecurity.
Joaquim Richmond
Jose Gonzalez
Before NPower, I hoped to finish college and get a good
Before joining NPower, I had decided to make a career
job, but sometimes college doesn’t work out because
change and pursue a career in Cyber Security, I started to
some degrees aren’t worth the time and money you spend
search for information online about it, and that is where
to get them. That is what led me to tech, and thanks to
I learned about the Npower Program and decided to
NPower, I can get an entry-level tech role and gain real
apply for it. I was one of the lucky ones selected for the
experience and money while I attend school.
IT Fundamentals program to kickstart my career in the IT
NPower is a unique opportunity because it seems to be aimed at people who need a new beginning in life or help to get ahead. The people in the program, both the staff and the classmates, are truly amazing people with big hearts and strong work ethic. So far, the greatest moment has been seeing the growth and change after a few weeks in the program. Learning about the technology we use in our everyday lives really opens our eyes, and hearing from people with a lot of experience gives us perspective.
world and get closer to my goal of going into the Cyber Security field. Once the program started, it was clear that I would have to acquire new skills and understand the basic concepts to move forward with my goal. Thankfully, NPower set us up with great personnel that could educate us and guide us on how to succeed in the program and take that knowledge to our daily lives, I am thankful that I was chosen to be part of the program and would recommend this program going forward to anyone looking into a career in the IT world. After graduating and
In a perfect world, after NPower, I will continue to learn
acquiring my certificates, I look forward to continuing
and grow. If I could have one superpower, it would be
to be part of the NPower program and applying to the
smarter because, at times, I don’t feel smart enough.
NPower Advanced training program to keep learning and achieve my goal of going into a cybersecurity role and applying the knowledge and skills that I have learned thanks to NPower.
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Kaylee Russo
Yetunde Lizzy Fagbohun
Before NPower, I knew I wanted a tech career but wasn’t
I have been a Customer Service Representative for
sure what steps to take to get there. Thankfully, my dad
over 10 years. I felt stuck in my role and was looking
noticed NPower on the news and told me about it. It
for a career change. I had always been curious about
didn’t take long for me to realize what a great opportunity
information technology, but as an immigrant still finding
this would be. With incredible instructors, an interactive
stability, I didn’t know how to pursue my interest.
cohort, and an abundance of free resources to utilize, I knew that I would be set to embark on a world of technology! With my newfound skills and endless support from NPower, I look forward to what the future holds for me.
My friend introduced me to NPower, and I am forever grateful. The community has built my confidence and unlocked so much potential I didn’t know I had. Not only have I made amazing friends and connections, but I have also gained some certificates. I am working on gaining some more before the program is over. NPower has equipped me with all the tools I need to succeed in any field of information technology. As we near the end of the program, I am very excited and optimistic about my future in IT.
Lynda Wilson Jr.
Mark Narvaez
I am a single mother of three children. In hopes of a better
My journey with tech started at my previous job in which
opportunity, my family and I relocated to Houston, TX, in
I had to sell cell phones. Being there and interacting with
November 2022. During my first few months in Houston,
all the new phones and tech opened my curiosity for
I enrolled in medical school. Everything seemed to look
wanting to get into a career in IT. I saw my local news
brighter! I loved school, yet I always had a strong passion
promoting this new program in Houston called NPower.
for technology and art. I decided by the end of the first
Applying and giving it my all was the best decision I
semester I would find a technology course and land a
made in my life. I feel that I am actually doing something
job. If not, I would go back to school after summer. It was
when I am in class. I can’t express how grateful I am for
through TikTok that I learned about NPower. I was a bit
this opportunity. I feel NPower really cares and wants
hesitant, but after a Google search, it turned out to be true.
their students to be successful. NPower has given me
A “free” program that would provide me with the resources
everything to be successful and to find a future career I
to start a career in Tech. My prayers were answered, and I
will love. Thank you to everyone at NPower for pushing us
got accepted into the program. Classes began right after
all to be our best selves.
summer, and I was excited, motivated, and nervous, but determined. Yet unexpected hardships arose that began to consume me. The staff was more than helpful and understanding about the current economic hardships that I was facing. The grace and kindness they bestowed on my family was unimaginable. NPower thus has given me the resources, certification, skills, coaching, and personal development needed to land a Junior IT position. Thank you all for the extraordinary opportunity that you have provided for me. My best is yet to come; greater is coming! One day, I will be able to donate to this organization to change someone else’s stairs. Dear self… You got this. Good, better, best… I am glad I did not give up. I will make you proud. Blessed beyond measure!
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Mark Slaughter
Mary Guillory
My career took quite a turn, and when I was younger, I
When I was growing up, I wanted to be a Super Model,
wanted to become a doctor. My dream was to become an
but life said, ‘Nice try.’ My entire career has been in the
Oncologist because I always wanted to help people. I took
Technology realm in one form or another. I’ve always
classes, I got my certifications, and I shadowed various
wanted to know more about IT and how to manipulate
types of doctors. Then I realized this wasn’t something I
the DATA or own the Data. NPower happened at the right
wanted to do my whole life. That’s when I began looking
time in my life when I could make the time to complete
into the tech world, and I was left dumbfounded by the
the course. This time, ‘Life’ had no control. After joining
limitless possibility and excitement this could lead me
NPower, I realized I was already completing IT tasks in my
toward.
career and had been since I first dismantled a computer.
One day, my older brother told me about this program called NPower, and I knew this was exactly what I was looking for. An opportunity for me to dip my foot into the tech world. So far, NPower has been the greatest opportunity presented to me. In a world I know very little about, NPower has been the guide that I needed to show me the way, and I thank NPower for that.
NPower has opened my eyes to see the future I’ve always wanted finally. The Professional Development/ Mentorship Programs were the closest I’ve ever been in communication with a real IT Professional. Their insight into the tech field and the knowledge they shared gave me more confidence. NPower was the right choice for me.
Maryan Mukhtar
Massiray Taylor-Kamara
My dream is to merge my leadership abilities with
Prior to NPower, technology had always been a passion
technical skills. I faced rejection multiple times but
and love of mine since childhood. I always had my father
persevered, leading me to join NPower, where I
as a great staple in my life when it came to introducing
believe I can break into the tech world. I understand
me to the idea of technology. I have been striving for
that challenging times are temporary. NPower holds
years to get situated when it came to finding a great IT
great significance for me, offering new connections,
program at a great university and entering the field I have
knowledge, and wonderful peers. One standout project
always known. It has been a tough road, but I finally found
was the “Speeding Network” event, allowing me to
my way and will be done with my degree soon.
apply my skills and connect with impressive individuals, including recruiters and guest speakers. The professional development sessions were valuable, enabling me to network with industry professionals through Zoom. Once I graduate from NPower, I plan to maintain connections with my NPower community and continue my journey toward finding my dream job by applying the skills I’ve gained from NPower.
NPower came into play when my father called me one day, saying he saw the local news promoting the program. It has been a great opportunity and experience so far. The offered learning sessions have been very beneficial, along with the professional development that gives us a sneak peek into the real world, and equips us with skills that we can take into our jobs, internships, and apprenticeships. They offer so much that can benefit anyone involved, and I thank God for the opportunity. and it has helped me have a sense of purpose and realization that I am smart, awesome, great, and can do anything I put my mind to. I thank the NPower staff and team for all the help and for allowing me to be a part of such a great program.
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Micah Hayes
Miguel Castillo
I’m at an interesting point in my life right now, I have
Before joining NPower, I worked with my dad and went to
the privilege of deciding what direction my life goes. I
community college, but I had no idea which career path
had been experiencing choice paralysis for a few years
to choose. Finding my passion for life was a challenge,
before NPower, not being sure what I wanted to do for a
so I decided to pursue dentistry, but it didn’t work out.
living, what I wanted to study, and terrified of making the
I changed my major to business again, but I was not
wrong decision. The thought of hating my job and doing
passionate about it. It seemed like I was just looking for
something solely for the paycheck scares me. To put it
something to get started quickly. I didn’t get far even if I
simply, I was having a hard time finding my passion.
wanted to because I had to drop out because I couldn’t
I heard about NPower from the local news, like a lot of people. I didn’t find this grandiose passion-fueled drive towards the IT field. What I had instead was a feeling of comfort and of confidence. This is something I can do and something I can be really good at. This is what NPower instilled in me. Now, and I presume after graduation, my quality of life hasn’t changed. I haven’t landed a cushy job at a grand company (yet). But I have direction, and that’s priceless.
afford college and my parents couldn’t pay for it either. Therefore, I had to join my dad and work with him in construction, but I still had the thoughts lingering in my mind saying, “choose your own path and do what you want to do,” then, out of nowhere, one of my dad’s clients told me about NPower. When she told me about it at that moment, I was already doing my research in tech and computers because I wanted to build a PC but didn’t know how to. I did research as a hobby, figuring out how a computer works, and I had fun doing it. Something in my mind said, “don’t let this opportunity pass you by. Look into it,” so I did, and as soon it said “free” plus “tech,” I applied and knew this was just the program for me. This program has been truly amazing, and I feel blessed to be in this position. I acknowledge that my life’s journey will continue because there is still much to be done. I need to have faith in myself. I have already accumulated some certificates. I am eagerly anticipating the opportunity to find a job, apply my new skills, and decide my own path.
Miguelangel Cura
Nedra Bell
Since I could remember, I’ve always been fond of
I found out about NPower on a Cybersecurity for Women
technology, but for sure it all started with video game
Facebook group as I was seeking change and growth.
consoles. I like to open up my consoles to see what makes
My career history is based in event and private airline
them work, and it leads to me repairing them as well as
management. Therefore, my previous experiences
building my own gaming PC. I always wanted to go to
have sharpened my ability to thrive in high-pressure
school for computers, but I knew college wasn’t in the
environments and deliver results.
books for me, so after high school, I just stuck with my family business in roofing. Until one day, one of my good friends told me about NPower and how it would be a good fit for me, so I decided to look into it and sign up for the program. Even though I felt like I had made a big leap of faith, I knew since day one of the cohort I made the right choice. NPower goes above and beyond for all of their trainees, from making sure we know the material, getting our certificates, getting us ready by teaching us about
I have had such a positive training experience with NPower. The supportive, educational environment is unmatched. As a career changer, NPower is allowing me to boost my selfconfidence, technical skills and it has given me the feeling of being proud of myself again. This came after gaining my Google IT Support Professional certificate, CompTIA ITF+ certification and soon, CompTIA A+.
job professionalism, and making sure that by graduation,
I am so thankful for NPower and the unlimited possibilities
we are good to go by having a good job waiting for us. I
that come with active participation and completion.
felt really anxious in the first couple of days of the cohort,
The exposure to companies such as LinkedIn, Citi Bank,
but the whole NPower team made it really easy to feel
mock interviews, networking sessions and instructor
welcomed and comfortable every day. I would like to say
led trainings are opportunities given in Master degree
thank you to everyone at NPower, and I can’t express it
programs. NPower is a trendsetter and is helping me make
enough on how grateful I am to all my instructors for the
the positive changes I have been seeking for the past few
help they have given me and the chance to be part of this
years.
cohort.
My goal is to enter the IT field as a Cybersecurity Analyst, Technical Sales Representative or Project Coordinator/ Manager. I also would like to return and volunteer with NPower in whatever capacity needed. My current opportunities are endless due to the lasting impact NPower has made in my life. Thank you!”
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Niels Nielsen
Nyla Cook
I have always welcomed the opportunity to help family
Since I was younger, I wanted to be different things
and friends with their IT needs. I am blessed to be part
growing up. For most of my high school days, I wanted
of NPower’s outstanding job training program, and I
to be a pediatrician, but as the year came to an end, I
am ready to begin a career in the exciting field of IT. I
realized I wanted to have a career in Criminal Justice or
welcome the opportunity to get hands-on job experience
something with IT. College was never in mind for me,
in this exciting field.
so exploring my options, my aunt introduced me to the NPower program which intrigued me. After reading about NPower, I thought it would be a great opportunity with diversity and my passion for tech, and I followed up with my interview process and was accepted into a 2nd home. NPower means “change for the better” and opens many doors for people during and after the program. I think my favorite moments are our Kahoot or quiz sessions we have sometimes. I’ve learned better communication and things about IT that I’ve never even thought about. Professional Development has helped tremendously with talking to hiring managers and filling out applications in the most effective way. After graduation, I’m hoping to continue expanding my knowledge of IT, and even taking it into a Criminal Justice setting or the Army. Now, if I could have any superpower in the world, I would choose mind reading or even invisibility, so I always know what people are thinking. Still, invisibility would be cool because I could be everywhere without anyone knowing. I would tell my younger self that we got this no matter what obstacles we have to overcome to get where we are right now.
Stanley Williams Stanley embarked on a journey that took him from a childhood dream of becoming an artist to his current pursuit of a thriving tech career. His transition to a tech career was a natural progression driven by his innate talent for technology. He became the trusted ‘go-to guy’ in his family for all things related to computer devices. Joining NPower was a pivotal decision for Stanley, inspired by a local news feature. It’s a life-changing experience filled with challenges and unwavering support from instructors and staff. He cherished attending live networking events, enhancing his professional and
Stephane Vodio
U.S. Army - Served 7 Years I immigrated to the United States of America from Côte D’Ivoire, West Africa, in 1998. I had the opportunity to serve the country through the US Army from 20052012 as a heavy equipment operator, paralegal, and criminal investigator. After my military service, I moved to Houston, Texas, where I live with my family. In my quest to find a job, I came across NPower via Workforce Solutions. I am glad to be a NPower student and learn about IT. I am also grateful to the NPower staff, who are supportive in helping me start a new career.
technical skills. The program’s professional development and mentorship played a crucial role in his growth. Looking ahead to the future, he envisions a world of possibilities, including a seven-figure job, multiple corporate ventures, and the fulfillment of his heart’s desires. If he could have one superpower, it would be to make people kinder and more willing to help others globally. His advice to his younger self is simple yet profound: ‘Every day, do something to make yourself better.’ Stanley personifies determination, adaptability, and a relentless pursuit of personal and professional growth. We celebrate his journey and eagerly await his continued success.
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Temitope Obe
Military Veteran Spouse - Army Before starting NPower, I could not build a career as I followed my husband from state to state. We recently relocated to Texas after his recent military separation, and I had the chance to focus on my career and school. I discovered a great opportunity at NPower to augment my career with Information Technology skills. I was glad that military spouses were included in the program. I have always been interested in technology, and NPower gave me networking opportunities and hands-on learning. I look forward to combining my diverse work experience in Customer Service, Program Assistant, and Sales field and my degree in Healthcare Service Management with my new knowledge about technology.
Timothy Del Rossi-Kenly I always wanted to work around computers and have always been fascinated with tech ever since I got my first phone. I heard about this program from Goodwill because I was looking for a new start and a chance to get my foot in the fastest-growing industry in the country. NPower means a lot to me, and they have given me keys to work on and helped me network with people in the industry. I’m excited to use the tools I’ve given and build something great. My perfect future is finishing up my business associate in 2 years and pursuing a career role as a Business Analyst. If I were to talk to my younger self, I would tell him not to stress over the trivial things and just try your best & trust your gut.
Tonita Watson
Victor Lewis Houston
Before NPower, I was an assiduous worker in a dead-end
I attended the NPower Tech Fundamentals program,
job. I was a college student concerned that the cost would
where I skillfully merged my military discipline and
leave me steeped in debt. I heard about NPower on the
creative flair with the world of Information Technology.
news and saw an opportunity for career stability without
This transformative experience not only equipped me with
debt. I have always been intrigued by technology but
essential tech skills but also instilled the confidence to
thought an IT career was out of my reach. NPower blessed
embark on a career in the tech industry. Without NPower,
me to have an opportunity to receive a free education
bridging the gap between my unique background and a
that would allow me to have a career in a field that would
future in tech would have seemed impossible.
help me to succeed in life. The training, professional development, and networking opportunities strengthened my resolve and increased my confidence. It has equipped me with a comprehensive IT education, technical certifications, communication skills, and financial literacy. NPower has placed me in a position to launch my career as an IT technician, securing my personal and financial future.
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Zachary Dome
Akanowo Markson
Before joining NPower, I was working for years as a delivery driver with no opportunity for career growth. I had wanted to break into a career in IT for years, but the cost of certification exams and a lack of self-confidence dissuaded me from trying to pursue this goal. After being told about the NPower program by an uncle, I immediately applied, as this program seemed like a dream come true with what it promised me. I can’t begin to express how excited I was when I got the call letting me know I was officially accepted, as I knew this would be a huge first step towards starting my career journey. Not only has NPower helped me to earn three separate IT certifications, but I also have a lot more confidence about the interview process and clearer professional goals for myself. Going forward, I plan to continue earning relevant certifications such as the CompTIA Network+ and Security+, and to pursue a career in Cybersecurity. If I’ve learned anything through this program that I’d want to tell my younger self, it would be to trust the process and put in the work, even when things become difficult, because the end result is more than worth it.
Amari Alexander
Carlene Aldridge
Jontrell Guillory
Johnny Henry
Logan Thompson
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Oluwatosin Joseph Adeola
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CONGRATULATIONS
FALL 2023 Tech Fundamentals Abdul Hanan
Mike McCoy
Akanowo Markson
Nathaniel Garcia
Amari Alexander
Nedra Bell
Ange Uwera (Bernice)
Nyla Cook
Aquila Baffoe
Randy Pena
Ashantiz Herndon-Cox
Stephane Vodio
Bailey Nguyen
Temitope Obe
Brianna Jefferson
Adetayo Ajelolu
Candlelyn Buckner
Allen Kotun
Caronate Agharih
Anthony Galindo
Charlene Aldridge
Assyria Starks
Christian Mize
Brandon Spencer
Christopher Ibarra
DeVon Jones
Courtnie Malone Patterson
German Ramos
Denvile Dorvis
Jazmine Lemons
Drake Thompson
Joaquim Richmond
Eric Medrano
Jontrell Guillory
Evan Tsan
Kaylee Russo
Gennah Jackson
Mark Narvaez
Jasmine Thornton
Mary Guillory
Jenah Maravilla
Maryan Mukhtar
Jennifer Yakubu
Micah Hayes
Johnny Henry III
Miguel Angel Cura
Jose Gonzalez
Niels Nielsen
Kouadio Nguessan
Stanley Williams
Logan Thompson
Timothy Del Rossi-Kenly
Lynda Wilson Jr.
Tonita Watson
Mark Slaughter
Victor A Lewis
Massiray Taylor-Kamara
Yetunde Lizzy Fagbohun
Miguel Castillo
Zachary Domec
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80%
> Of students who enroll graduate > Of alumni get jobs or continue their education (Based on NPower’s national data)
LAUNCHING TECH CAREERS.
TRANSFORMING LIVES NPower’s model is a solution to building a diverse tech pipeline. Our graduates launch tech
jobs with an average starting salary of $41,000–$60,000 and are positioned to advance their career path, enabling them to earn more than their peers in lower-wage jobs. Higher earning potential is the key to breaking generational cycles of poverty, positioning our students and their families to achieve long-term economic success.
We are the
FUTURE OF WORK Through partner and tech industry collaboration, our free training model is a workforce development solution for the future. In today’s economy, over 50% of all jobs require some degree of technology and digital skills. We prepare untapped, diverse talent to fill the number of technology-oriented jobs that will increase in the U.S. to 13 million by 2025, according to a recent Microsoft Data Science report that estimates that digital job capacity. Our graduates of over 8,000 veterans and young adults are hired at over 3,000 companies and nonprofits as interns and full-time employees. NPower is on a mission to create pathways to economic prosperity by launching digital careers for young adults and military veterans from underserved communities. Part of this goal is supported by our Command Shift Coalition, a national consortium of women and allies that advocate for strategies that invest in and inspire the advancement of young women of color in tech careers and aims to increase the representation of women of color in tech from 5% to 10% over the next 10 years. This coalition was sparked by ‘40 by 22’, a NPower initiative to help young women of color access the skills needed to launch careers in the tech industry in partnership with Citi Foundation’s Pathways to Progress initiative.
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THANK YOU
to our employment and community partners, sponsors, funders, volunteers PRIMARY FUNDER
FUNDERS NBA Foundation Northrop Grumman HEB The Interial Family VOLUNTEERS Workforce Solutions Texas Veterans Commission Harris County US Vets 5th Ward Transformation Center Combined Arms EMPLOYER PARTNERS WWT Chase Bank Deloitte San Jacinto College Core Group Resources
NATIONAL PATHWAY BUILDERS Pathway Builders are individual donors invested in the future of our country and changing lives for military veterans and young adults from underserved communities. To learn more about Pathway Builders or to join this group of changemakers, please visit npower.org/support or email hello@npower.org.
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CHAMPION
Christiane Costello Paul Daugherty Dean Del Vecchio Michael Doumani Matt Horner Jennifer Kleinert Brian McCarthy Steve Murphy Mark Patterson Chris Perry David Reilly Ron Robbins
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Craig Cuffie Guillermo Diaz Jr. Gail Fierstein Shane Fitzsimons Tony Kerrison Debra King Rick Scurfield Josh Sutton Cliff Thomas Sangy Vatsa Perry Wright Lori Zugelder
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NATIONAL NPOWER SUPPORTERS Underwriters $750K+
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NATIONAL NPOWER SUPPORTERS Partners $100K-$249K The Abell Foundation
General Motors
Mass Mutual
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Atlas Data Systems
Hewlett Packard Company
NetApp
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Palo Alto Networks Patrick J McGovern Foundation
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S&P Global Inc.
Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development
Salesforce.com Foundation
SS&C Technologies, Inc.
Society for Information Management
Arista Networks, Inc.
Corteva
Armis Inc.
Data Dynamics, Inc.
Maryland Department of Labor
Auth0 Inc.
Elasticsearch
Mastercard
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OKTA, Inc.
Broadcom Inc.
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IBM
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