Junior Achievement of Washington, Auburn, WA Videos

Doug Baldwin Jr., 2024 JA Business Hall of Fame Laureate
Meet Doug Baldwin Jr., our 2024 JA Business Hall of Fame Laureate! Doug is a philanthropic activist and the CEO of Vault89, a social impact investment firm. He also built the Family First Community Center in Renton to bring quality recreation programs to historically underserved communities. Learn more about this former Seahawk, Super Bowl Champion, and remarkable entrepreneur in this video featuring interviews with Kimi Lee King, COO at Vault89, and Jerome Hewlett, CCO at Mangata Networks. Thank you, FOX 13 Seattle, for producing the video. #jawashington #2024jabusinesshalfoffame #jalaureate

2024 JA Business Hall of Fame Laureate Trish Millines Dziko
Meet Trish Millines Dziko, our 2024 JA Business Hall of Fame Laureate! A change agent, mentor, and visionary leader, Trish is the co-founder and Executive Director of the Technology Access Foundation Academy (TAF), a leading nonprofit that educates children of color to their full potential. See the full video presented during the award ceremony at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zYoeyJG_TsE and hear from Sherry Williams, Executive Director of Operations, TAF, and Nicole O'Neal, former TAF parent, about the incredible impact of Trish's work on generations of students Thank you, FOX 13 Seattle, for producing this video. #jawashington #2024jabusinesshalfoffame #jalaureate

Meet Bob Giles, our 2024 JA Business Hall of Fame Laureate! In his 29 years of leadership, he transformed Perkins Coie LLP from a regional Pacific Northwest firm to a global powerhouse with offices in major cities in the U.S. and Asia. See the full video presented during the award ceremony at https://youtu.be/7IrZ4Hw48Jg?si=jZwLpFmkEoADdV-h and learn more about Bob's career journey from his colleagues and friends, Harry Schneider, Partner, Perkins Coie; James F. Williams, Managing Partner, Perkins Coie; and Charles Barbo, Former CEO, Shurgard Self-Storage. Thank you, FOX 13 Seattle, for producing this video. #jawashington #2024jabusinesshalfoffame #jalaureate

Our Business Hall of Fame online auction is open, and you can win 2 Delta One® Round Trip Tickets with Delta Air Lines! Valued at over $21,000, these amazing tickets will let you take off anywhere Delta flies in ultimate luxury and comfort. ✈ You will enjoy a Delta One® Suite (on select aircraft) with full-height doors and privacy dividers, a lay-flat bed, a large entertainment screen, handcrafted amenity kits, gourmet three-course dining, access to Delta Sky Clubs, and more benefits at the airport! ✨ Register to bid at https://bhof2024.ggo.bid/bidding/package/14451243 The auction will close during the Business Hall of Fame program on Thursday, April 25. The winner does not need to be present at the event. #jawashington #2024jabusinesshallofame #deltaone

Inspire students facing challenges with your mentorship! Therese’s JA mentors fueled her success from public housing to a successful career in finance. You too can make a difference in a student’s life! 🌟 Get involved and become a JA volunteer https://ow.ly/1qtA50QuxkE #TheJAEffect #BecauseofJA #JAAlumni #Volunteer #BoundlessPossibility #jawashington

Ever wondered how a single experience could shape the course of your entire life? For Canisha, a proud JA alumna, the answer is a testament to the transformative influence of our organization. 🌟 Get involved and join us in making a difference https://ow.ly/tozR50Qskos! #TheJAEffect #BecauseofJA #JAAlumni #Volunteer #BoundlessPossibility #jawashington

JAWA 70th Anniversary
As we are celebrating JAWA's 70th Anniversary, we are thrilled to look back at seven decades of impact on young people in Washington State and look forward to reaching more students with our exciting new initiatives. Special thank you to FOX 13 Seattle for producing this video and to our featured alumni Don Nielsen, Stacy Crim, Sarah Chan, and Ken Kirkpatrick for their support. Celebrate 70 years of JAWA with us and invest in the future of JA programs today >> https://washington.ja.org/donate/index

KING 5 anchor Jake Whittenberg spotlights a local nonprofit on his Monday Morning Mug segment, and JAWA was honored to be featured this week. Thank you, Jake, for sharing the impact of JA’s financial literacy programs on young people in our state! #mondaymorningmug #king5news #jawashington #jakewhittenberg

Meet John Meisenbach, Founder of AssuredPartners MCM, and our 2023 JA Business Hall of Fame Laureate. John has dedicated his life to helping young people succeed by serving on local and national nonprofit boards, investing in college scholarships, and mentoring many students along the way. “I have had kids call me and ask me to be their mentor – I have never turned anyone down,” he said in his interview for the event. “Kids need mentors… I don’t think many people realize what their potential is, how big it is, how phenomenal it is….” We are grateful to have John Meisenbach join our list of remarkable Business Hall of Fame Laureates and serve as a role model for young people. Thank you to FOX 13 Seattle for their generous support in the creative production of this video. #jawashington #jabusinesshalloffame #philanthropy

Meet Maya Mendoza-Exstrom, COO of Seattle Sounders FC, and our 2023 JA Business Hall of Fame Laureate. Maya was the force behind the successful bid to bring the 2026 FIFA World Cup to Seattle and the RAVE Foundation’s initiative to build 26 playfields throughout the region by 2026. She firmly believes that every child in every community should have equal access to green spaces and opportunities to play sports for their growth and development. We are proud to have Maya join our JA Business Hall of Fame Laureates cohort, who have significantly impacted the future of young people in our state. Huge thank you to FOX 13 Seattle for their generous support in the creative production of this video. #jawashington #jabusinesshalloffame #philanthropy #worldcup #2026worldcup #fifaworldcup

Meet Stephanie Ellis-Smith, CEO and Principal of Phila Engaged Giving, and our 2023 JA Business Hall of Fame Laureate. In this video, Stephanie talks about her unusual career path, shares what brings her most joy about philanthropy, and how her company’s work aligns with JA’s mission of investing in thriving communities. #jawashington #jabusinesshalloffame #philanthropy

Too many young people leave school unprepared for the game of life, lacking critical life skills in financial literacy, career readiness, and entrepreneurship. JA programs can level the playing field and help students reach their full potential. But we can’t do it alone. We need your support. Be a Game Changer and step up to the plate – every dollar we raise makes a difference and helps us reach more students >> washington.ja.org/donate. #Jawashington #BoundlessPossibility #BeAGameChanger

2022 Dare to Dream sizzle reel
Join Junior Achievement of Washington for an unforgettable experience at the home of the Mariners! Register for Dare to Dream Dinner & Auction and get a unique behind-the-scenes view of the press room, the locker room, the Hall of Fame, and the batting cage. Dine in style right in the middle of the T-Mobile Park field, meet the Moose, and have an amazing time while raising funds to support JA programs for thousands of students in Washington state. Get your tickets at https://jawa.ejoinme.org/dtd2022 #daretodream #jawashington #2022daretodream

Happy 4th of July from Junior Achievement of Washington! Our offices are closed today in observance of the holiday.

Cheers to Careers Tasting Festival is this Friday, June 10! All proceeds from this fun event, sponsored by our Tasting Glass Sponsor, HomeStreet Bank, will help JA reach more students with life-changing education. Enjoy the taste of Washington's finest breweries and cideries: Dru Bru, E9 Brewing Co., Fremont Brewing, Incline Cider Company, Narrows Brewing, Rail Hop'n Brewing Co, Rainy Daze Brewing, Schilling Cider, Seattle Cider Company, and Two Beers Brewing Co., and get an exclusive access to Heritage Distilling Company, Inc and Coeur Wine Company tasting with VIP admission! Get your tickets today at https://jawashington.org/cheers-to-careers/ #cheerstocareers

Junior Achievement is getting a new look! Over the next month, we will be introducing our refreshed brand logo and colors. This exciting change reflects JA’s growth as a global organization dedicated to empowering our youth to succeed in the modern world. #brandrefresh #inpsiringtomorrows #jawashington

Mark Cuban learned about business and was inspired to be an entrepreneur through his experience with Junior Achievement as a student. By partnering with JA, you can invest in future entrepreneurs today. Learn more at https://jawashington.org/get-involved/ #letsachievetogether #jawashington #JoinJA

In Yesenia’s story of rising above challenges to become a lawyer, she credits JA volunteers for being role models, instilling hope, self-respect, and determination. You can provide the same to students in your community. Learn how to invest in their future today at https://jawashington.org/get-involved/

“Take JA out to the ball game…” Thanks to BECU, and an incredible Seattle Mariners season, Junior Achievement of Washington was the recipient of a $51K donation from the #BECUSaves initiative. For every save made by a Mariners pitcher during a home game, BECU donated $1,000 to JAWA. President & CEO Natalie Vega O’Neil was at the final home game to receive the contribution. #letsachievetogether #BECU #missiondriven #giveback #makingadifference

Dare to Dream 2021
Join us for our Dare to Dream Dinner & Auction to support Washington state students! Register today: https://jawa.ejoinme.org/daretodream?fbclid=IwAR0MDNypZoEtwXQjfQx2uhod37sYPLzXsRC7ZOaFj5zmpHaEGK9F1-koL9I