How Digital Nest Launches Youth Careers w/ Jacob Martinez
Jacob Martinez, Founder and CEO of Digital NEST, joins us to share how he’s turning opportunity into reality for young people in rural and underserved communities. Since launching Digital NEST in Watsonville in 2014, Jacob has expanded the nonprofit across multiple cities, connecting thousands of youth to high-wage careers in tech and design. A TEDx speaker and recipient of the Irvine Foundation Leadership Award, Jacob discusses building sustainable career pathways, breaking cycles of poverty through agency and mentorship, and preparing the next generation for emerging technologies like AI and Bitcoin.
⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 Coming Up01:30 The Motivation behind digital nest02:30 How Education Changes Lives 04:37 Digital NEST’s Impact: Where Are Alumni Now?08:57 – Key Unlocks for Launching Careers12:33 – Beyond Grants: How Digital NEST Builds Real-World Skills15:06 – Restoring Hope in the American Dream20:50 – Preparing Youth for the Next Wave of Tech25:28 – Building Partnerships Between Tech and Community27:21 – How to Get Involved with Digital NEST
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