Access to Building: All entrances to J Central have a touchpad directory. You can call Hopeworks and someone will buzz you in! The door you are looking for is the black door directly connected to the gate to the courtyard on J Street. It will have a large "3400" on it.
Parking/Transportation:
- There is ample street parking on Ontario, Tioga, or often on J St. All parking in this area is free.
- We are also 1 block from the Tioga stop on the Market Frankford line and close proximity to multiple bus lines.
Event Agenda
Join the Technology Learning Collaborative (TLC) and Hopeworks for an interactive discussion of workforce development in the digital equity field. TLC brings together organizations and individuals working to advance digital equity with the belief that everyone deserves quality internet access, a device that meets their needs, and the digital skills necessary to accomplish their goals. At this meetup, attendees will learn about Hopeworks’ innovative tech training model that propels young adults into long-term living wage careers that put them on the path for healing and financial stability. Learn how the digital equity field is building the workforce of tomorrow by addressing the needs of today.
We’ll start with tours of Hopeworks’ facility and networking time, followed by a panel discussion about workforce development and digital equity. Whether you work in the digital equity field, or work in tech and want to learn more about how to support equity efforts, this event is for you!
Welcome Remarks
- Special Guest: Philadelphia City Councilmember Rue Landau
- Dan Rhoton, Hopeworks
Panel Discussion
- Moderator: Nikki Pumphrey, Chamber of Commerce
- Kate Rivera, TLC
- Sean Mitchell, Temple Digital Equity Center
- Eibhleann Clyne, Akamai
- Ryan Thompson, Truist
- Manny Guzman, Hopeworks Young Adult