“I've had the privilege of witnessing Cynthia Walker in action, and her impact is nothing short of transformational. Cynthia is on a powerful mission to help high school students discover their purpose and align their passions with meaningful career opportunities. Through her vision, she’s not only connecting young talent with incredible businesses—she’s raising the standard for what workforce preparation can and should be. Her commitment to excellence, hands-on training, and the empowerment of the next generation is inspiring. Cynthia is shaping futures and building bridges between education and industry in a way that leaves a lasting legacy.”

— Dan Shows, Executive Coach & Executive Director for the John Maxwell Team

“Cynthia Walker is an absolute gem in the field of Registered Apprenticeship training. Not only is she incredibly talented, but her dynamic speaking skills and wealth of knowledge make her stand out among her peers. What truly sets Cynthia apart is her strategic thinking and knack for finding innovative solutions to challenges. I've been amazed by her ability to approach problems from unique angles, often coming up with solutions others might overlook.

But what truly shines about Cynthia is her passion for opening doors for talented students and helping employers shape the future workforce. Cynthia doesn't just focus on the bottom line; she genuinely cares about the success and growth of apprentices and employers. A deep commitment to the mission drives Cynthia, and her dedication to seeing everyone reach their full potential is truly inspiring. With Cynthia on board, success isn't just a goal—it's a shared journey toward fulfilling futures for all involved.”

— Sunny Gula, Grant Professional

“Cynthia Walker is an amazing ambassador for apprenticeships, with highly effective capabilities to work with schools, employers, and apprentices. Her enthusiasm for helping young people gain access to the great career opportunities that apprenticeships offer is infectious. Her ability to attract employers to the apprenticeship model is exceptional. Cynthia is a vital member of the Urban Institute-IWSI America team that has achieved great success in developing youth apprenticeships.”

— Robert Lerman, Institute Fellow, Urban Institute

“Cynthia is an incredible apprenticeship expert and mentor. If you’re looking to start a Youth Apprenticeship program, Cynthia is the apprenticeship specialist to contact.”

— Andy McHaffie, Apprenticeship coordinator at FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT