MadeByMe
Bringing Students and Industry Together for Rewarding Careers
MadeByMe is a collaborative initiative connecting high school students with rewarding career opportunities in advanced manufacturing and skilled trades. Through partnerships with industry leaders, educators, and community organizations, the program highlights the diverse pathways available in these high-demand fields. By showcasing real-world opportunities and offering valuable insights, MadeByMe empowers students to explore fulfilling careers while helping to build a stronger, more skilled local workforce.
We’re in this together!
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Students in Fort Wayne and Allen County have access to incredible opportunities that pave the way for rewarding careers after high school.
- Careers
- Certifications
- Opportunities
Industry partners in Fort Wayne and Allen County play a vital role in MadeByMe by providing real-world insights, hands-on training opportunities, pathways to high-demand careers for students, and externship experiences for educators at the forefront of introducing students to career opportunities.
Educators (link to resources for educators)
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“I established the Jim Kelley Career Pathway Center to offer hands-on learning experiences from area businesses to every middle school student at Fort Wayne Community Schools. My dad always said, ‘Nothing built on a poor foundation will succeed.’ He credited his apprenticeship as the foundation to start his life. He went on to found Kelley Automotive Group, 71 years ago, which is now one of Fort Wayne’s largest employers. To scale our company, we have relied on a team of talented mechanics and technicians. The Jim Kelley Career Pathway Center educates and inspires our next generation so they can build a strong foundation and go on to find great career opportunities, right here in their own backyard.”
Tom Kelley, Owner
Kelley Automotive Group
For More Information
Staff Contact Adam Welch