Braven

Highly Engaged Employees

Braven, founded in 2013, is a non-profit organization focused on empowering underrepresented, low-income college students. Its mission is to facilitate a successful transition from academia to post-graduate employment by equipping students with essential career readiness skills. Braven bridges the gap between academic learning and professional demands, particularly for first-generation and diverse students, fostering promising career trajectories.

The Braven Accelerator course teaches critical soft skills and networking strategies through team-based projects led by industry professionals. This hands-on approach provides real-world experience and builds professional networks. Post-Accelerator, Braven Fellows engage in the Post Course Experience Program for ongoing support. Operating with 1,000-5,000 employees across 3 locations, Braven maintains a significant footprint. Meet Braven's team to learn about the leadership driving these initiatives.

Braven partners with universities like San Jose State, Rutgers-Newark, and National Louis University to expand its reach. The organization reported $19.4 million in revenue and secured $350,000 in debt funding from PPP in April 2020. These financial resources support Braven's mission to enhance student career outcomes. Explore financial highlights for a detailed overview of Braven's fiscal performance.