Junior Achievement of Dallas, Inc. Email Format
Education Administration ProgramsTexas, United States11-50 Employees
Junior Achievement of Dallas, Inc. is a nonprofit organization focused on education administration programs that advance financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship education for students in the Dallas area. It delivers its programs by engaging business and community volunteers who visit schools to share practical insights aligned with today’s evolving job market. With a 68-year history in the community, the organization is based in Dallas, Texas and aims to equip students with essential financial skills and basic business understanding to navigate the global economy and explore future careers. Its activities primarily target Dallas-area students, with a goal of reaching 100,000 learners in the 2022-23 period, and priorities that include building an inclusive and diverse workforce, addressing wealth gaps, fostering young entrepreneurship, and expanding impact through technology. In 2024, the organization appointed Chris LaTurno as CEO and president, marking a notable leadership transition.