Avancez\u2019s Fort Wayne, Indiana facility has partnered with Indiana Tech to launch EDGE (Educate, Develop, Grow, Excel), a ground-breaking, on-site education program designed to advance workforce development and provide Team Members new pathways to career growth. Through the Avancez EDGE program, participants have the opportunity to earn an undergraduate certificate in Production Management from Indiana Tech\u2014at no cost to the student\u2014equipping them with the skills necessary to excel in leadership and operational roles within the company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cAt Avancez, we strongly believe in investing in our people and providing opportunities for growth and development. Programs like EDGE allow us to strengthen our institutional knowledge and facilitate advancement from within,\u201d said Michael Hudson, plant manager, Avancez Fort Wayne. \u201cIn addition to these clear people-centric advantages, EDGE will help us enhance our internal talent pipeline while reducing external recruitment costs. This will keep us ahead of the competition in today\u2019s rapidly changing and highly competitive market.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Through the EDGE program, Avancez is helping to remove barriers to higher education by making it easier for Team Members to balance work, education, financial and personal commitments. Thanks to tuition support through Indiana\u2019s Workforce Ready Grant and the company\u2019s tuition assistance program, the certificate comes at no cost to eligible participants. In addition, students can earn their certificate in Production Management onsite at the company\u2019s Fort Wayne location by attending classes one day per week during work hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cIndiana Tech is excited to partner with forward-thinking companies like Avancez,\u201d said Dr. Steve Herendeen, vice president for strategic enrollment management at Indiana Tech. \u201cThe Avancez EDGE program demonstrates Avancez\u2019s commitment to Team Member development by removing the barriers to education for working adults. This innovative partnership not only empowers Avancez Team Members but also provides a scalable model for other companies looking to invest in their workforce while reducing training costs and improving employee retention.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n