Upwardly Global

Upwardly Global is a US-based startup with the slogan "For immigrants and refugees. For America." It focuses on empowering immigrants to secure skill-aligned careers by providing industry-specific coaching and digital training, engaging employers in inclusive hiring practices, and advancing policies for shared prosperity and economic growth. The company addresses the issue of over two million work-authorized immigrants, refugees, and asylees in the US who are unemployed or underemployed despite their professional experience and international degrees. Founded in 2000, Upwardly Global has been a key player in advancing workforce inclusion for work-authorized immigrant, refugee, and asylee professionals. Over the past 20 years, the company has helped 10,000 individuals obtain thriving-wage jobs, contributing $74 million annually to the US economy. With a goal to serve 25,000 job seekers by 2025, Upwardly Global has attracted grant investments, with the latest one from CD&R Foundation in June 14, 2022. The impact and involvement opportunities of Upwardly Global can be explored further on their website. The company stands as a promising investment opportunity with its mission-driven approach and tangible contributions to the economy.