WIN-NextGen™ is a workforce innovation network that cultivates talent among youth aged 13–24, building capacity for interconnected career pipelines across STEM, supply chain, and skilled trades. The organization offers technology-driven programs, courses, and a digital badge system to prepare the next generation for the AI-era workforce. It also operates an AI Incubator™ community to foster hands-on exploration of emerging technologies.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Business leaders report that skills gaps reduce organizational performance, and a significant portion of the global workforce may need reskilling by 2030. Projected talent shortages threaten to leave millions of jobs unfilled, while traditional education systems often fail to align young people with emerging career pathways in technology and trade sectors.
Solution
WIN–NextGen™ is a workforce innovation network that leverages technology to cultivate NextGen talent (ages 13–24) and build capacity for interconnected pipelines across the 3S Workforce™ — STEM, Supply Chain, and Skilled Trades. The organization provides career development tools, real-time monitoring, and data-driven insights to guide students toward rewarding career paths. Through programs like the GT3S Program™, Career Navigator, and Summer 3S Enrichment Program, it connects traditional, homeschool, and hybrid learners with relevant coursework and enrichment activities. The platform also includes an AI Incubator™ community that introduces young people to artificial intelligence applications in future work environments.
Target Audience
Primary users are youth aged 13–24, including middle and high school students, homeschool learners, and young adults, as well as educators and partner organizations seeking workforce development pathways.
Features
- Technology-driven workforce innovation platform with career development tools and real-time progress monitoring
- Structured course and badge directory that validates skill acquisition across STEM, supply chain, and skilled trades
- AI Incubator™ community offering hands-on exploration of artificial intelligence for next-gen talent
- Dedicated programs including GT3S Program™, Career Navigator, and Summer 3S Enrichment Program
- Communities for student athletes and homeschool families to support diverse learning environments
- Partnership ecosystem with educational institutions, industry associations, and community organizations