Powertechs Incorporated

Purpose of of the Project - the Vetworks Platform Is Designed to Be a Coordinated Digital Hub That Streamlines the Transition of Veterans Experiencing or at Risk of Homelessness Into Sustainable, High-quality Careers. by Integrating Ai-driven Skills Mapping, VR Xr-based Job Assessments, Personalized Career Pathways, and Comprehensive Case Management, Vetworks Ensures That Veterans Can Seamlessly Translate Their Military Experience Into Civilian Job Opportunities in Industries Such as Clean Energy, Manufacturing, and Skilled Trades.the Platform Also Serves as a Centralized Coordination System, Bridging the Gap Between Veterans, Employers, Workforce Agencies, Training Providers, and Support Services to Eliminate Inefficiencies in the Current Fragmented System. It Ensures Real-time Tracking of Employment Progress, Connects Veterans With Wraparound Services (housing, Mental Health, Financial Assistance, Etc.), and Supports Employer Engagement Through Veteran Hiring Incentives and Tax Credits. Activities to Be Funded by the Grant 1. Launch Multi-channel Marketing Campaign Targeting Veteran Organizations, Shelters, and Workforce Agencies, Including the Dods SKILLBRIDGE.2. Establish Partnerships With Va, Community Colleges, and EMPLOYERS.3. Appoint or Recruit Veteran Peer Ambassadors to Encourage ENGAGEMENT.4. Implement Digital Intake System for Seamless Enrollment. 5. Deploy Ai-driven Military-to-civilian Skill MAPPING.6. Assign Case Managers to Each Veteran for Personalized Career PLANNING.7. Develop Real-time Data Tracking and Reporting for Dol Vets COMPLIANCE.8. Launch Industry-aligned Training Programs With Community Colleges and Employers. 9. Expand VR Xr-based Hands-on Assessments to Simulate Real Work ENVIRONMENTS.10. Establish Apprenticeships, Internships, and Work-based Learning OPPORTUNITIES.11. Deploy Ai-powered Job Matching With Employer PARTNERS.12. Integrate Housing, Mental Health, Financial, and Childcare Support SERVICES.13. Establish Teletherapy and Career Resilience COACHING.14. Provide Transportation and Financial Stipends to Support Job ACCESS.15. Build a Veteran Community Hub to Foster Networking and Long-term ENGAGEMENT.16. Develop a Veteran-ready Employer Network With Dedicated Hiring PATHWAYS.17. Host Workshops to Educate Employers on Military-to-civilian Skills TRANSFER.18. Provide Veteran Onboarding Support for Employer PARTNERS.19. Advocate for Veteran Hiring Tax Credits and Incentives to Increase Employer Participation. Intended Beneficiaries of the Project - Veterans Experiencing or at Risk of Homelessness in Nashville Davidson County, Ajc in Nashville, Dod, Va, Goodwill Career Centers, Employers, Training Providers. Expected Outcomes of the Project - Cost Per Enrolment: $3,061NUMBER of Participants Enrolled: 150 Annually.number of Participants Exited: 150 Annually. Placement Rate: 67% Average Hourly Wage at Placement: $26.05COST Per Placement: $4,5576.07PERCENTAGE of Enrollments With Completed Training: 79%EMPLOYMENT Rate 2ND Quarter After Exit: 70%EMPLOYMENT Rate 4TH Quarter After Exit: 50%MEDIAN Earnings 2ND Quarter After Exit: $13,206. Key Partnerships - Dod Skillbridge Program.goodwill Career Centre in Nashvilleford, Volkswagentvaschneider Electricajc in NASHVILLETN-504 Nashville Davidson County Coc Veterans Affairs Community Employment Coordinator (CEC)