Genesys Works National Capital Region

Genesys Works National Capital Region is thrilled to welcome Garrett Powell as our new Director of Corporate Engagement! Garrett brings 15+ years of sales and business development experience from roles at Verizon, CallTrackingMetrics, Gartner, and Lionbridge.

Motivated by his own participation in programs like NASA‑HU MSET and Upward Bound, Garrett is committed to expanding career-connected learning and building corporate partnerships that create meaningful opportunities for students.

Join us in giving Garrett a warm welcome as we continue to empower the next generation of professionals!

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As we close out the year, we’re celebrating what’s possible when students, mentors, partners and supporters come together.

Because of this community, students are building skills, gaining confidence, and stepping into choice-filled futures. And together, we’re not just changing lives, we are creating a future where talent, not zip code, determines opportunity.

Let’s keep the momentum going. Join us in shaping what’s next and helping more young people achieve lasting success.

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We know success is never an independent journey. With the support of our mentors, partners, and families, we’re not just making success possible, we’re making it sustainable.

Together, we’re building a future where every young person has the opportunity to succeed. Thank you for all that you’ve done for Genesys Works National Capital Region in 2025. HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

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It’s not too late to give this Giving Tuesday! Supporters like you make it possible for Genesys Works National Capital Region to build pathways to opportunities that lead to career success, upward mobility, and a lifetime of economic self-sufficiency. Whether you can give $500 or $5, every dollar helps ensure our programming will increase opportunities for young people and empower our interns and alumni to achieve brighter futures. Thank you for your support!

Donate Now! https://bit.ly/NCRGive25

At Genesys Works National Capital Region, we believe every student, no matter their zip code, should have access to pathways that lead to career success.

This Giving Tuesday, your gift helps high school seniors' step into professional spaces, discover their strengths and envision new possibilities for their future. Their vision of success starts with you, and together, we can make it a reality. Donate Today! https://bit.ly/NCRGive25

It’s Giving Tuesday! Your generous gift makes it possible for Genesys Works National Capital Region to provide access to professional training, paid internships, and ongoing coaching and support for high school students like Leslie.

This is what Stronger Together looks like — Opportunity. Growth. Success. Let’s keep the momentum going.

Donate Today! https://bit.ly/NCRGive25

Giving Tuesday is one week from today—Tuesday, December 2nd!

On this global day of giving back, you can help Genesys Works National Capital Region make career aspirations a reality for high schoolers and first-generation college students in our region. Happy Thanksgiving and THANK YOU!

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We’re excited to welcome Elizabeth Lindsey as Executive Director of Genesys Works National Capital Region.

Elizabeth brings over 15 years of experience in workforce development and economic mobility, and a passion for helping young people build the confidence and skills to thrive in their careers.

Her leadership will strengthen our partnerships across D.C., Maryland, and Virginia as we continue preparing students for college and career success.

Welcome to Genesys Works, Elizabeth!

Learn more: https://genesysworks.org/news/genesys-works-national-capital-region-appoints-elizabeth-lindsey-as-executive-director/

We're excited to share that MainStreet Bank recently featured Genesys Works National Capital Region in its newsletter highlighting why they, and Senior VP Levon Ananyan, invest in GWNCR. “They give kids from underserved communities an opportunity to grow and build their careers." Read more about our partnership here: https://lnkd.in/ejQie7x3

Genesys Works National Capital Region kicked off our 10th year of honing the talents of students in our region with Signing Day 2025! Many thanks to Anisa Latif Green for opening the event with her characteristic humor and wit, and to Tykesha Myrick and Kirton Morris for their keynote and closing speeches, which inspired and motivated all present. Special thanks to our sponsors The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation and MainStreet Bank. We're excited to see this amazing 10th Cohort of Young Professionals grow and thrive as they navigate senior year, internships, scholarships, and college applications!
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Genesys Works NCR Signing Day 2025

The team at Genesys Works National Capital Region is incredibly grateful for Dr. Selvon M. Waldron. In four years as Executive Director of GWNCR, he doubled the number of Young Professionals GWNCR serves each year, piloted programs to better serve those youth, built new relationships with corporate, funder and community partners, and significantly strengthened GWNCR’s existing partnerships. His driving force – the youth GWNCR serves – was evident and left a lasting impression on our Young Professionals.

Through his leadership, passion, and dedication, Dr. Waldron advanced engagement with the Advisory Board, founded GWNCR’s first Alumni Advisory Council, and inspired a talented team of GWNCR staff. He also generously took time to mentor Young Professionals and GWNCR staff, sharing his personal story, providing encouragement, and inspiring others to triumph over their challenges and adversities. We will miss him greatly and wish him the best in all his future endeavors!