Strategic Partnerships Leverage Building Futures’ strong network of state agencies, universities, community colleges and private sponsors (Citizens, NEIT, Brown University Health, CCRI, RI College) to co-create industry-specific RAP programs. Sales teams can position as a collaborative delivery partner for employers seeking turnkey apprenticeship solutions and workforce development, especially in IT, healthcare, manufacturing, green industries, and skilled trades.

Expanded Occupations The organization has driven RAP expansion to 40 new occupations and 65+ new RI employer sponsors, signaling a scalable model across high-growth sectors. Target companies in information security, cyber workforce, healthcare support roles, advanced manufacturing, and green tech, offering turnkey pre-apprenticeship and utilization programs to meet talent demand.

Public Funding Access With involvement from state programs like Apprenticeship RI and potential access to multi-million dollar grants, there is a pathway to funded partnerships that reduce employer cost of talent development. Develop proposals that combine employer sponsorship with state funding to accelerate ROI on apprenticeship initiatives.

Branding & Reputation Building Futures’ national recognition in pre-apprenticeship and apprentice utilization positions it as a credible partner for employers seeking compliant, scalable apprenticeship programs. Pitch conversations can emphasize risk reduction, program governance, and alignment with state apprenticeship standards to win competitive bids.

Technology & Delivery The current tech stack (WordPress, Google Cloud, New Relic, events calendar) indicates capability to manage programs, campaigns, and data analytics. Propose selling value around digital enrollment platforms, progress tracking, and performance metrics dashboards to improve program outcomes for sponsor organizations and measurable ROI.