Genesys Works National Capital Region

09/10/2026

We’re honored to be featured in the latest Washington Business Journal article highlighting 10 years of impact by Genesys Works National Capital Region and the power of partnerships to create pathways to meaningful careers for young adults.

A special thank you to our incredible partners Comcast and Kirkland & Ellis for their leadership, investment, and commitment to developing the next generation of talent. Together, we are helping students gain the skills, experience, and professional networks they need to thrive in today’s workforce.

We’re grateful to everyone who has joined us in expanding opportunity across the National Capital Region and look forward to building an even brighter future together.

Read the full article here: https://www.bizjournals.com/washington/news/2026/09/03/10-years-impact-genesys-works.html

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Genesys Works makes internships easy for employers to implement. The nonprofit serves as the employer of record, handling payroll, taxes and other human resources needs, so partner companies can take on an intern without adding headcount or running a lengthy onboarding process.

09/10/2026

Creating opportunities for young people takes a community, and employer partners play a critical role in that journey.

In the final part of our conversation with 93.9 WKYS, Executive Director Elizabeth Lindsey and Corporate Engagement Director Garrett Powell share how companies can partner with Genesys Works NCR to provide meaningful internships, mentorship, and career-building experiences for the next generation of talent.

Together, we can help more young professionals unlock their potential while building stronger talent pipelines for our region.

🎧 Listen to Part 4: https://canva.link/cncln077i5ptxao

09/10/2026

The impact of Genesys Works NCR extends beyond students. It strengthens the companies that invest in emerging talent.

In Part 3 of our conversation with 93.9 WKYS, Executive Director Elizabeth Lindsey and Corporate Engagement Director Garrett Powell discuss the meaningful contributions Genesys Works students make in the workplace and the value they bring to their employer partners from day one.

Discover how these young professionals are making an impact while building their futures.

🎧 Listen to Part 3: https://canva.link/iq4jzex27tfnuma

09/10/2026

What happens when students are given the opportunity to develop professional skills, gain real-world experience, and discover their potential?

In Part 2 of our conversation with 93.9 WKYS, Genesys Works National Capital Region Executive Director Elizabeth Lindsey and Corporate Engagement Director Garrett Powell share how students learn, grow, and transform through the Genesys Works program, building the confidence and skills they need to succeed in college, career, and life.

🎧 Listen to Part 2: https://canva.link/h98jziod0w2a6dh

08/03/2026

As part of 93.9 WKYS' KYS KARES series, Genesys Works National Capital Region Executive Director Elizabeth Lindsey, MPA and Corporate Engagement Director Garrett Powell discuss their passion for empowering high school students with the skills, experiences, and opportunities needed to thrive in today's workforce.
🎙️ Hear Part 1 of the conversation and learn why this mission matters.
🔗 Listen here: https://canva.link/mv9uk4lon7jjppx

07/07/2026

The question isn’t whether an internship program makes sense. It’s whether the program you run is structured to actually return what you put into it.

07/07/2026

Today, our Genesys Works National Capital Region students had the opportunity to learn from an incredible team at Comcast during a dynamic Personal Branding Workshop as part of Comcast Team Up Day.

A special thank you to Martel Neville for leading the Comcast volunteer team and creating an experience that was engaging, interactive, and informative for our 60 student trainees. Through thoughtful discussions, practical advice, and real-world insights, students gained valuable tools to help them communicate their strengths, develop their professional presence, and build confidence as they prepare for internships, college, and future careers.

At Genesys Works NCR, we believe that exposure to caring professionals and workplace expertise is essential to helping young people realize their potential and navigate successful career pathways. We are grateful for partners like Comcast who generously share their time, talent, and knowledge with our students.

07/02/2026

We are proud to share that Genesys Works National Capital Region is officially part of Spur Local's new cohort.

This recognition helps amplify our mission to equip high school students from underserved communities with the skills, experiences, and professional networks they need to succeed in college, career, and life.

At Genesys Works NCR, we believe that every young person deserves access to meaningful opportunities, career exposure, and pathways to economic mobility. Through workforce readiness training, paid internships, and ongoing support, we help students build the confidence and skills needed to thrive in today’s workforce.

We are honored to join a network of community-driven organizations making a meaningful impact across the Greater Washington region and grateful for the opportunity to increase awareness of our work and the students we serve.

06/29/2026

Welcome to Genesys Works National Capital Region, Cohort 11!

Last Friday, we capped the first week of Summer Training with Team Up, bringing together our Class of 2027 for an energizing start to their journey. The day was filled with excitement, connection, and the first steps toward building a strong, supportive community.

Students had the opportunity to meet their peers, collaborate, and begin forming the relationships that will carry them through their Genesys Works experience and beyond.

We are thrilled to watch this cohort grow, build new skills, and step confidently toward their future careers. The talent, potential, and drive in this group are undeniable—and this is just the beginning.

Cohort 11, your journey starts now. We can’t wait to see all that you accomplish!

06/16/2026

Genesys Works National Capital Region is thrilled to celebrate this well-deserved recognition of our CEO, Byron V. Garrett, and the mission that drives us every day. Being named to the inaugural TIME Visionaries List is a powerful acknowledgment—not just of individual leadership, but of a collective commitment to expanding access to opportunity for the next generation.

At Genesys Works, we see firsthand what’s possible when talent meets access. From students gaining real-world experience and confidence, to employer partners investing in future-ready talent pipelines, this work is fueled by a shared belief: potential is universal, opportunity should be too.

We’re incredibly proud of the impact being made across our network—and grateful to the students, partners, alumni, and team members who bring this mission to life every day.

Congratulations to Byron and to all the changemakers recognized alongside him for advancing progress across education, workforce development, and beyond.

Let’s keep going—there’s more work to do!