Congratulations to our very own Dymir Akins who has just been hired full-time by Watchtower Property Co. as a Lead Office Administrator! Dymir is one of our previous dual-enrollment students who has recently graduated high school and looking to move into a career in real estate.
Earlier this year, he won 1st place in our Business Pitch Competition and has consistently expanded his vending machine business over the past few months. He now has multiple vending machines in locations all over Philadelphia. Anyone who has interacted with Dymir will tell you he is a natural entrepreneur with incredible ambition and resiliency. We are so proud of every bit of his success!
“I’m so excited about this next step in my journey. I’ve faced a few obstacles during this time, but they have only helped my growth. Thanks to everyone at Hopeworks who helped make this opportunity possible.”
Congratulations, Dymir!
December has been a month of reflection and celebration at Hopeworks as we wrap up a year filled with growth, achievement, and collaboration. Our young professionals have made incredible strides in December alone, landing impactful roles with organizations such as PCS, the City of Camden, the City of Philadelphia, and the IRS! As we look […]
We’re proud to reflect on the incredible work our social enterprises have done with national brands and local organizations alike. This year, we’ve partnered with some amazing clients, including PHL Airport, Subaru, and The City of Philadelphia, providing our young professionals with opportunities to develop skills and grow their careers. These client facing projects have not only […]
This year, our young professionals took a deep dive into the world of tech, and they came up with new skills and fresh perspectives! At Elsevier, they got the scoop from experts in fields like software engineering, data science, UX, and quality assurance. After that, they rolled up their sleeves for hands-on workshops that gave them […]
