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Issue Brief

Benefits Beyond the Business

Overview

This brief, featuring McDonald’s Archways to Opportunity, Amazon’s Career Choice, and UPS Metropolitan College programs, describes this rare but exciting program design aspect, wherein large employers work to develop talent for opportunities beyond the business.

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Organization
  • The Aspen Institute Economic Opportunities Program
Published
2023
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Audiences
EmployersInvesting and LendingWorker AdvocacyWorkforce & Economic Development
Issue Areas
Advancement & Training

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