The Foundation for Talent Transformation Joins Forces with Midwest Urban Strategies to Accelerate Workforce Development
- Feb 11
- 2 min read
Miami, FL — February 10, 2026 — The Foundation for Talent Transformation announces a transformative partnership with Midwest Urban Strategies (MUS), marking a significant step toward expanding workforce development and economic mobility initiatives across the Midwest.
Through this strategic collaboration, the Foundation will bring its suite of science-backed tools to Midwest Urban Strategies’ extensive workforce network, including professionally validated assessments, AI-powered assistants, and expert-backed learning resources. Integrated into existing workforce programs, these tools help job seekers and workforce professionals develop their self-awareness, resilience, talents and soft skills, which are critical advantages in a rapidly evolving job market.
“We are excited to collaborate with Midwest Urban Strategies in our shared mission to enable workforce development,” said Eric Shepherd, Executive Director of the Foundation for Talent Transformation. “By partnering with Midwest Urban Strategies, we can better serve communities throughout the Midwest, helping individuals identify their strengths, grow their capabilities, and pursue meaningful career pathways.”
Midwest Urban Strategies connects urban workforce boards and partners to enhance economic opportunities and ensure fair access to services for communities across the Midwest. Through this collaboration, MUS will introduce its member organizations to the foundation’s resources, amplifying their impact in local workforce systems.
"Partnering with the Foundation for Talent Transformation strengthens our shared commitment to building a workforce system where every individual has the chance to grow and succeed. Through their research-backed assessments and AI-supported learning tools, our network will be able to support job seekers with practical guidance that helps individuals navigate change, build self-awareness, and strengthen the skills needed for long-term success.” said Tracey Carey, Executive Director of Midwest Urban Strategies.
This partnership reflects both organizations’ dedication to closing skills gaps, expanding access to opportunity, and strengthening regional talent ecosystems through shared resources, innovation, and community-centered workforce strategies.
About the Foundation for Talent Transformation
The Foundation for Talent Transformation is a pioneering 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to helping individuals thrive personally and professionally while fostering stronger, more connected communities grounded in empathy and understanding. Through innovative tools for self-development, including research-based assessments and AI-powered conversational guides, the Foundation equips individuals and partner organizations to build self-awareness, resilience, and the skills needed for success in a rapidly changing world. (www.foundationfortalenttransformation.org)
About Midwest Urban Strategies
Midwest Urban Strategies, Inc. (MUS) is a leading workforce intermediary that convenes urban workforce development boards to drive economic opportunity and social mobility. MUS collaborates with workforce boards, government agencies, employers, and community organizations to develop innovative workforce solutions that address labor market needs while supporting underserved populations.
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Media Contact:
Eric Shepherd
Executive Director
Foundation for Talent Transformation
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