America's talent pipeline is broken
Nearly half of parents of high school students prefer their student not attend a four-year college even if there were no barriers to attending college (including financial)*
1 in 3
38%
$40K
*Carnegie Corporation of New York study, 2022
Guiding young people to define their own path
With the rise of local, regional, and national training programs offering options such as certifications and apprenticeships, all young people have the opportunity to discover purposeful pathways out of high school.
Point of Beginning's research-driven platform empowers young adults with the tools they need to define and navigate their futures.
Our proven and personalized cycle
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We provide young people with broad exposure to the world of learning and the world of work with our comprehensive database of postsecondary opportunities.
Over 1,500 young adults have progressed from discovery to action guided by Point of Beginning's cycle.
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Our team
Adam Carter
A lifelong educator, Adam has dedicated his career to building organizations that provide life-changing opportunities for young people. His inspiration for Point B is his father, Kim Carter, a land surveyor (and attorney) who lived his life as an independent thinker and conveyed the dignity of purposeful work.
Diane Tavenner
For the last twenty years, Diane has led Summit Public Schools, where the team has pioneered a new vision for education. Her inspiration for Point B is her belief that every person can be equipped to lead a fulfilled life made possible through purposeful work, financial independence, and meaningful relationships.
Cindy Wang
A veteran software product leader with extensive experience working with data scientists and engineering teams to build and launch ML/AI-based solutions. Her passion for Point B lies in the tremendous opportunity to help young people reach their full potential.