Where We’ve Been

TIMELINE

A brief history of Road to Hire

2013-2016

Origins

  • Code to Hire program begins, teaching coding and career prep skills.

  • Golden Door Scholars launched to provide scholarships and wraparound support for high-achieving students.

  • Road to Hire officially launches, expanding tech training, mentorship, and career support.


2018-2021

Expansion

  • College Success program expands from after-school/weekend coding into in-school Charlotte-Mecklenburg School courses.

  • College Success program launches, pairing students with personal coaches.

  • Scholarship and employer partnerships grow rapidly across Charlotte.


2022-2023

Scaling

  • Road to Hire integrates programs under one umbrella, strengthening support for students across education and career.

  • 1,700+ students are engaged across pathways, from high school programming, college prep program, scholarships, and apprenticeships.


2025 & BEYOND

Future Vision

  • Serving more than 3,300+ young adults in CLT today

  • Goal: Scale to 200+ graduates annually placed into high-paying Charlotte careers.

  • Long-term vision: Continue expanding access, strengthening workforce partnerships, and driving measurable community impact.