New initiative introduces Memphis-area students to high-demand careers
Memphis-Shelby County Schools Interim Superintendent Roderick Richmond speaks as school and city officials gather to speak with students and educators about manufacturing opportunities. (Sophia Surrett/The Daily Memphian)
Junior Achievement of Memphis launched an initiative to support local students interested in high-demand careers.
Phil Dotson, senior director of corporate partnerships and government relations for Junior Achievement of Memphis, announced Junior Achievement’s new initiative, “Made in Memphis and Beyond,” with the Greater Memphis Chamber and Morgan Steel.
“This groundbreaking initiative, developing partnerships with the new Junior Achievement career institute, is designed to prepare and connect Memphis-area students — not just Memphis, but regional students — with career opportunities in high-demand industries,” Dotson said.
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Dima Amro
Dima Amro is a native Memphian who covers commercial real estate and economic development for The Daily Memphian. She received her B.A. in journalism at the University of Memphis and M.A. in investigative journalism at American University.
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