1.2 billion. That’s how many lives will forever change due to the unprecedented use of workplace automation technologies in the coming decade. Nearly everyone will feel the impact: from young graduates embarking on their careers to working professionals in need of reskilling and upskilling. Learning and adaptation are the only ways that we can tackle this challenge and maintain our relevance in the workplace of the future. Each one of us must become a lifelong learner—and we must continuously improve.During the past two decades of my career as an enrollment manager, I have observed firsthand the complex challenges that multiple institutions face in trying to bridge this gap for their students, which is why Excelerate was born.Excelerate is a unique technology platform that empowers learners of all backgrounds with experiential learning opportunities, enabling them to gain the competencies and skills necessary to thrive in the twenty-first century job market. Excelerate connects learners with the opportunities they need to chart their own customized skillset through lifelong learning—from pre-college to their first job placement to sustained career success.I am confident that Excelerate provides the critically important pathway to access and opportunity for all. It removes barriers and boundaries to success. It accelerates the journey to a rewarding career. And it will prepare all of today’s learners for career achievements throughout their lifetime.The world is changing. With Excelerate, we’ll be ready.