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Johnny Lee Clark's work represents a comprehensive and innovative approach to addressing the challenges of reentry and community empowerment. By integrating faith-based principles, practical skills training in high-demand fields like technology, and a strong emphasis on community engagement and personal agency, his initiatives offer a model for fostering lasting positive change in the lives of individuals and the broader community. His belief in the power of second chances and the potential for the marketplace to drive social good is a central and inspiring theme throughout his various ventures.

Join us as we discuss how CityLab Professional's simple, smarter, and forward-thinking methodologies revolutionize reentry programs. From Cisco Network Academy Certification to hands-on training in emerging tech fields, learn how these initiatives equip individuals with the skills needed to thrive in today's digital landscape.

Dive into the world of innovative community development with CityLab Professional. Learn how simple, smarter, and forward-thinking strategies are transforming lives through technical education and local employment opportunities, ultimately creating more inclusive communities.

In this episode we discuss what makes us tick.

1. CITYLAB PROFESSIONAL works with an Apprentice to deliver a program, service, or training contract. CITYLAB PROFESSIONAL issues a Training contract to the Apprentice.

2. An Apprentice develops a program or opportunity and presents it to CITYLAB PROFESSIONAL, becoming the contractor and project manager. The Apprentice may lead or be part of a team delivering the project. CITYLAB PROFESSIONAL signs a contract with a third party and issues a consultancy contract to the Apprentice (and others as needed) for delivery. In some cases, a 'finder's fee' may be negotiated.

3. An Apprentice offers services to third parties, leveraging the CITYLAB PROFESSIONAL brand and receiving backstopping support and access to materials. CITYLAB PROFESSIONAL provides basic support, and if more in-depth assistance is required, the Apprentice can subcontract CITYLAB PROFESSIONAL and include the cost in their contract with the third-party client. The Apprentice is directly contracted by the third-party and pays a percentage of the fee to CITYLAB PROFESSIONAL. Additional support from CITYLAB PROFESSIONAL can be contracted by the Apprentice if needed.

Our organization CityLab Professional is a Department of Labor Apprenticeship Program for Network Systems Specialists, registered in California for both Apprenticeship and Pre-Apprenticeship based on DOL standards.

We are committed to helping individuals who have been impacted by the criminal justice system gain the skills and knowledge they need to build successful careers in the technology industry.

I would be grateful if you could review the following links to gain some background on our work:

Podcast episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/305Yamsppi6Zy2sqV6LKKW?go=1&sp_cid=dd193da61861ef429ae7c6e31089dc5e&utm_source=embed_player_p&utm_medium=desktop&nd=1

San Jose Spotlight article: https://sanjosespotlight.com/one-mans-fight-against-recidivism-in-santa-clara-county/

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We want to make sure people in your neighborhood can find jobs in technology so we're teaching them how!

We're doing this by teaching them about technology and giving them more opportunities.

We want people in your neighborhood to have jobs in technology so we're teaching them about it!

We're doing this by teaching them about technology and giving them more opportunities.

Our efforts serve to help neighborhoods develop Informational Technology career paths for their residents, by the growing capacity in the industry and availability at colleges/universities in the area.

Do you have a high school diploma? It's a question you're tired of hearing.

No, but I've got this! Imagine having the ability to tell interviewers that you not only completed high school but also received a tech certification while incarcerated.

Now imagine being able to apply that knowledge to get meaningful employment when they're released.

CityLab Professional gives people opportunities that most might never otherwise have. Contact us today to see how we can help individuals in you succeed in technology careers!