Career Dreams Made Here - GPS Your Future®

Let the career discovery begin! We are excited to bring 600+ students from 14 EXP-supported schools to experience GPS Your Future® career discovery day at California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH), on Thursday, November 7.

Students will spend a day experiencing hands-on entrepreneurial activity with CSUDH students, exploring future possibilities in the expo hall with up to 40 organizations and higher education institutions, and expanding their network with 60+ industry volunteers during “Lunch with a Professional.”

There are many ways you can support this inspirational event!

Donate now to support the cost of bringing students to the event here students.
Sponsorship opportunities are still available! Learn more about all the benefits of fueling the career discovery day, including a VIP networking breakfast. For more information, please contact Jessica Ureña at jessica@expfuture.org.

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LOOK AT HOW FAR WE'VE COME!

As we look forward to the November 7 event, we also take a look back at the extraordinary 14-year history of GPS Your Future®.

Led by the late Julia Nagano of the Port of Los Angeles, the inaugural event took place in 2010 at Los Angeles Harbor College. Students from 3 high schools participated with 24 organizations in the expo hall and a dozen speakers in the breakout sessions.

Thanks to our sponsors' support and our educator partners' backing, we have expanded the event to accommodate more students and pathways that we have today. Read the full story here.

Stay tuned for more stories from our 25th anniversary celebration!

Join us for Breakfast - October 15!

Please join us on Tuesday, October 15, at the “Big Rec” Country Club in Long Beach for the Carol Rowen Legacy Circle Power Breakfast! We invite you to breakfast and a discussion with industry and educational leaders on labor trends, the importance of preparing students for the future of work, and how we can work together to build a better workforce pipeline.

Panelists:

Mikle McBride, Assistant Director, Workforce Readiness, Long Beach Unified School District
Jose Pelayo, Director of Workforce Development, Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC)
Avin P. Sharma, Senior Director, Workforce and Government Affairs, Port of Los Angeles
Moderated by Brissa Sotelo-Vargas, Director, Community Relations and Government Affairs, Valero.

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Your Support in Action

Robotics Program returns to Phineas Banning High School, thanks to Phillips 66!

The robot revolution is coming to B House! Sponsored by Phillips 66, the hands-on learning experience will kick off in October and conclude in December with a competition. Volunteers from P66 and AltaSea will help mentor students through building, coding, and testing the land and water robots.

Thank you for your support at Long Beach Gives

We are so touched by your support at Long Beach Gives! We raised $5,910, exceeding our fundraising goal. A special thank you to the matching gift from the Alameda Corridor Transportation Authority (ACTA). Missed it? Still can donate directly to EXP here!

Welcome New Board Member: Lorie Pickens

EXP welcomes Lorie Pickens, Property Manager, Real Estate Asset Management, at Watson Land Company to our board of directors!

With over three decades of experience in the real estate industry, Lorie has spent 20 years as a Property Manager at Watson Land Company, specializing in industrial properties. She loves her work and approaches each day with professionalism and dedication, enjoying the constant challenges and opportunities for growth.

As a self-described “people person,” Lorie is passionate about mentoring young girls and volunteering in the community. She recently served as a Junior Youth of the Year Judge for the Boys and Girls Club of Carson.

“I am committed to providing positive support and encouragement by leading by example and demonstrating a strong work ethic, integrity, and compassion,” said Lorie. “I am eager to use my character, conduct, and conversation to inspire and guide young individuals in reaching their full potential.”

Alumni Spotlight: Eros Monzones ’22

Eros Monzones ‘22
Student at CSU Long Beach and Student Worker at Port of Los Angeles
Carson High School: ESET - Environmental Science Engineering and Technology Pathway

It really takes just one opportunity to change someone’s life trajectory! For Eros, that opportunity was attending the 2019 GPS Your Future® at Long Beach City College as a sophomore. The career discovery day gave him a newfound drive and focus to “work harder and smarter” in pursuing his college and career goals. (Read about Eros’ experience here.)

Eros went on to take full advantage of all the EXP programs available at Carson High School: Industry Coaching, the Young Fellows Program, and the Internship Program. His EXP internship was with the Port of Los Angeles Financial Planning & Analysis Division, which opened his eyes to possible careers in business administration. He followed that inspiration to college as a Business Administration and Management major at California State University, Long Beach.

Recently, Eros returned to the Port of Los Angeles as a student worker in the Community Relations Department, working alongside Christine Pina ‘05, whom we featured last month!

“I am incredibly grateful for everything the EXP program has done for me and other aspiring students,” said Eros. “I often share that I wouldn’t be at the Port without the support, guidance, and education provided by EXP. Your coaching and mentorship have been invaluable, and I will always be a proud member of the EXP alumni community.”

Hey, alums! Connect with us through our Facebook Group and sign up for an exclusive alumni email list, or email us at alumni@expfuture.org to stay in touch!

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