Trough the Lowe’s commitment, Queens


will create a cohesive set of business management opportunities to educate students in modern leadership within the context of a liberal arts curriculum. “We’re committed to opening more doors for talented and hardworking students because we know that creating pathways to economic and social mobility is critical for building the workforce of the future,” said Marvin Ellison, chairman and chief executive officer of Lowe’s. “By welcoming students of all backgrounds to explore retail management careers, this partnership is right in keeping with Lowe’s history of investing in communities and our focus on initiatives that break down barriers to opportunity. And it aligns perfectly with our commitment to make a meaningful impact on our hometown Charlotte community.” At the Lowe’s press conference, Sherri Chisholm,


executive director for Leading on Opportunity said, “Education, combined with mentorship and internship


opportunities, will help students be successful in the classroom and in life. Tese types of partnerships will help us close the economic mobility gap—one family at a time.” Janet LaBar, president and CEO of the Charlotte


Regional Business Alliance, said at the Ally press conference, “We believe a community is best when it benefits everyone. And to be the best, we have to do it together—through collaboration, through partnerships like the Charlotte Talent Initiative that will expand our talent pipeline and impact the lives of the young people in our community. Tey are the talent of tomorrow, and the future of our workforce.” Queens University of Charlotte will continue to


play an active role in convening leaders of today to build the Charlotte of tomorrow. ■


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