INROADS Names Ron Houston as New President and CEO to Drive the Organization’s Next Chapter of Growth and ImpactATLANTA, GA, May 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- INROADS, the nation’s leading nonprofit organization dedicated to developing the leadership of talented youth through career readiness training, mentorship, and real-world learning experiences, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ron Houston as its new president and chief executive officer. Houston succeeds Forest T. Harper, Jr., who recently announced his retirement after more than 14 years of leading INROADS.
TIAA CEO Thasunda Brown Duckett to Headline the INROADS 2025 Benefit GalaINROADS alumna and one of the world’s most powerful women to share insights at fundraising event supporting the next generation of leaders
Reba T. Simmons Elected as Chairwoman of the INROADS National Board of DirectorsSVP and Talent Performance Coaching Director at The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. Takes the Helm of the National Board of Directors
INROADS and United Way of Central Maryland Partner to Empower Young Men in Baltimore with Career and College Readiness OpportunitiesATLANTA, GA, Feb. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- INROADS, the nation’s leading nonprofit committed to developing the leadership of talented and underrepresented youth, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with United Way of Central Maryland’s Young Men United program. This collaboration aims to provide young men of color in Baltimore high schools with the resources, skills, and meaningful experiences they need to succeed in their educational and professional endeavors.
INROADS and Sterling Transportation Forge Strategic Partnership to Develop Career Pathways for Underserved Youth in the Freight Transportation IndustryATLANTA, GA, Jan. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- INROADS and Sterling Transportation are forging a new strategic partnership to create transformative opportunities for diverse high school and college students across the United States by developing career pathways in the supply chain and logistics sectors. The collaboration marks the beginning of a multi-year effort to accelerate and elevate underrepresented youth along their career journeys while fostering a more diverse and inclusive freight industry.
Globally renowned thought leaders Joy Fitzgerald, Suzy Welch, and Lan Phan to headline the 2024 INROADS National ConferenceThe conference will empower hundreds of college students across the nation with cutting-edge leadership development and career readiness skills
INROADS is excited to announce Keith McLeod of GEICO Joins its National Board of DirectorsAtlanta, GA, June 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- INROADS is delighted to have INROADS alumnus Keith McLeod join the National Board of Directors. Keith is currently the Senior Director of Marketing Project Management at GEICO. With a comprehensive background spanning finance, media, education, and non-profit industries, Mr. McLeod's expertise and commitment to diversity and inclusion present a significant asset to the board.
OVER 1,000 HIGH SCHOOLERS GATHER ACROSS THE COUNTRY FOR A STEM AND CAREER EXPLORATION EVENTAtlanta, GA, June 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- INROADS College Links will host National Career Academy (NCA) in 18 cities nationwide throughout the month of June. This transformative conference will serve over 1,000 underrepresented high school students, equipping them with essential skills for success in college, their careers, and beyond. The 2024 presenting sponsor for NCA is American Airlines.
INROADS College Links Grows Roots in St. Louis with Community SupportMayor Tishaura Jones & Superintendent Dr. Sharonica Hardin-Bartley as Featured Guests
INROADS APPOINTS CRYSTAL PECK OF L3HARRIS TO THE NATIONAL BOARD OF DIRECTORSATLANTA, GA, Nov. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- INROADS is delighted to announce the appointment of Crystal Peck to its National Board of Directors.
INROADS APPOINTS JUSTICE REID OF SALESFORCE TO THE NATIONAL BOARD OF DIRECTORSATLANTA, GA, Oct. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- INROADS is pleased to announce the appointment of Justice Reid to its National Board of Directors.
$1 Million in Matching Grants Awarded to Clark Atlanta University and Stillman College through HBCU SCI ProgramGrant recipients to be recognized during HBCU SCI’s annual IGNITE Kick-off Event on Oct. 17 at Clark Atlanta University
Bank of America Partners with INROADS to Prepare Charlotte Students Early for Success in the Finance IndustryCHARLOTTE, NC, Oct. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- According to a National Association of Manufacturing and Deloitte report, the US will have a shortage of up to 3.5 million STEM workers by 2025. Bank of America and INROADS have partnered to address this crisis through the College Links program.
OVER 500 STUDENTS PREPARED TO BE THE NEXT GENERATION OF LEADERS IN THE WAKE OF THE AFFIRMATIVE ACTION RULINGAtlanta, GA, Aug. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- INROADS is steadfast in equipping scholars with the essential tools required to thrive in a world that has transitioned beyond affirmative action. As part of this commitment, on July 20-21, INROADS proudly presented its highly anticipated 2023 National Conference, Leadership in 3D: Decisions. Drive. Destiny. The National Conference offers unparalleled leadership training for INROADS interns and is facilitated by distinguished corporate executives and INROADS alumni known for their expertise and success.
INROADS GIVES 500 DIVERSE STUDENTS THE SKILLS NEEDED TO BUILD GENERATIONAL WEALTHSTEM AND LIFE SKILLS TRAINING AT KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY PREPARES THE NEXT GENERATION OF DIVERSE BUSINESS LEADERS AND FUTURE ENTREPRENEURS
INROADS, PNC FOUNDATION ANNOUNCE $1 MILLION GRANT TO BENEFIT UNDERREPRESENTED METRO DETROIT HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTSGrant will fund life-changing College Links program, which helps prepare minority high school students for college and successful careers
INROADS Appoints Al Johnson as Latest Member of its National Board of DirectorsAtlanta, GA, May 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- INROADS, a nonprofit organization with the mandate to create career pathways for diverse high school and college students, recently named Al Johnson, Vice President, Supplier Management at Grainger, as the latest member of its National Board of Directors.
TONYA BRYANT OF SOUTHERN COMPANY JOINS THE INROADS NATIONAL BOARD OF DIRECTORSATLANTA, GA, May 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tonya Bryant, Vice President of Technology Services at Southern Company, joins the INROADS National Board of Directors. She leads the Technology Services organization at Southern Company, one of the largest producers of energy in the United States. Bryant is a technology executive with over 20 years of experience in the IT industry. She has a proven track record of leading high-performing teams and driving innovative solutions across a broad range of technology areas. Bryant and her team oversee strategy, governance, project portfolio management, supplier relations, risk and compliance, AI and data analytics, development standards, and innovation.
INROADS ANNUAL BENEFIT GALA TO BE HOSTED BY SYMONE SANDERS-TOWNSEND OF MSNBCCelebrating and inspiring support for our next generation of diverse leaders
INROADS COLLEGE LINKS PROGRAM ARRIVES IN BIRMINGHAM, FOCUSED ON HELPING YOUTH PREPARE FOR COLLEGE AND CAREER SUCCESSBIRMINGHAM, AL, April 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- — The INROADS College Links program is launching in Birmingham, Alabama, in conjunction with the fall 2023 school year. The expansion of the program, which helps prepare diverse high school students for college and career success, is being funded by the PNC Foundation.
INROADS APPOINTS PATRICE GRAVES TO THE NATIONAL BOARD OF DIRECTORSAtlanta, Georgia, April 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ATLANTA, GA (April 13, 2023) —Patrice Graves, a Global Chief Human Resources Executive, joins the INROADS National Board of Directors. Patrice has over 20 years of experience in diverse industries, including technology and services, aerospace & defense, insurance, and civil engineering. She has led human resources and corporate security functions globally to nurture culture change, build high-performing teams, and enhance employee experiences.
