In a bold move to enhance its professional skill development offerings, PowerToFly, a trailblazer in talent management for diverse professionals, has acquired Skillcrush, a dynamic education platform focused on technical upskilling. This strategic acquisition is set to empower over 20 million diverse candidate profiles and partner companies, solidifying PowerToFly’s position as a leader in the industry.
PowerToFly, established in 2014, has been at the forefront of connecting underrepresented talent with opportunities in high-visibility sectors. The integration of Skillcrush’s technical training capabilities into PowerToFly’s comprehensive suite of services promises to deliver unmatched value to both job seekers and employers.
A Perfect Match: AI-Driven Solutions Meet Top-Notch Training
PowerToFly’s CEO, Milena Berry, expressed her enthusiasm about the acquisition, highlighting its potential to transform the job market for diverse professionals. “Training diverse talent for the jobs of the future is a frequent conversation we have with companies and job candidates. With Skillcrush, we’re making accessible, inclusive technical training a reality for millions who now have a direct path to hiring managers on PowerToFly once they complete their training,” Berry stated.
Founded by Adda Birnir in 2012, Skillcrush has already made significant strides in providing flexible, mentor-led courses in AI, coding, design, and more. With over 20,000 students trained, nearly half of whom are BIPOC and 80% women, Skillcrush has been instrumental in bridging the gap for underrepresented groups in tech.
Empowering the Workforce of the Future
The acquisition will enable PowerToFly to offer an even more robust set of services:
- Inclusive AI-Led Talent Matching: Through PowerPro, recruiters can leverage AI to generate tailored candidate lists, ensuring a perfect match for open roles from a diverse talent pool of over 20 million profiles.
- Skills Training for Workforce Development: With a focus on internal mobility and job growth, PowerToFly and Skillcrush will deliver cutting-edge training to prepare professionals for the evolving job market.
- Live and Virtual Hiring Events: Hundreds of events will be hosted annually, fostering real-time connections between talent and employers. These events are crucial for ensuring the human touch remains at the forefront of the hiring process.
- Robust DEI and Leadership Development: PowerToFly’s existing DEI and leadership courses will be complemented by Skillcrush’s extensive offerings in generative AI, frontend and backend development, digital marketing, and design.
Adda Birnir, founder and CEO of Skillcrush, is equally optimistic about the partnership’s potential. “As I watched PowerToFly grow to enable hires across hundreds of companies, it was obvious how the impactful training and coaching we do at Skillcrush will enhance PowerToFly’s professional skill development offerings for its over 20 million diverse candidate profiles. I am particularly excited to bring Skillcrush to PowerToFly’s partner companies,” Birnir remarked.
A Unified Vision for Diversity and Inclusion
PowerToFly’s mission since its inception by Milena Berry and Katharine Zaleski has been to fast-track economic equity by upskilling and connecting underrepresented talent. This acquisition is a testament to their commitment to creating inclusive opportunities for all, regardless of race, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, ability, veteran status, or gender identity.
For more information and to explore how PowerToFly and Skillcrush can enhance your workforce, visit PowerToFly and Skillcrush.
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