Changing Lives at the Moments That Matter Most
Career Project USA equips individuals and families with education, coaching, and training at two of life’s most consequential transitions: the pursuit of meaningful work and the journey into parenthood.
- About Us
Career Project USA is A Non Profit Organization.
Since 2010, when Career Project USA has proudly supported working professionals. Board President and Founder Jacqueleen Crittle, MS, has been more than just an ICF-certified coach and esteemed former member of the Forbes Coaches Council, she is a powerhouse in career and leadership coaching.
Jacqueleen has remained dedicated to ensuring her team provides professionals with the tools and opportunities needed for success. She also serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Career Doctor, LLC, where she has reshaped the career trajectories of C-suite executives across industries.
Founder Jacqueleen Crittle brings a unique foundation to this work: as a certified ICEA childbirth educator since 2008, with years of experience designing medical school curriculum, and senior health education, training & sales roles across Johnson & Johnson, Alexion, Humana, and Wolters Kluwer. The Maternal Advocate combines that clinical rigor with the high-touch coaching approach that defines our organization.Career Project USA is more than just a local nonprofit—it’s a powerful catalyst for career fulfillment, providing the professional development and training needed to unlock potential and transform futures.
Mission
Career Project USA equips individuals and families with education, coaching, and training at two of life’s most consequential transitions: the pursuit of meaningful work and the journey into parenthood. We deliver this mission through two complementary programs: Career Project USA, our career and leadership coaching program, and The Maternal Advocate, our childbirth education training program.
Vision
We envision a country where individuals and families have the knowledge, support, and advocacy they need to navigate their most consequential moments with confidence. Through 1:1 coaching, education, and training, we eliminate barriers and create lasting pathways to career fulfillment and maternal wellbeing.
How We Serve
Career Project USA delivers two programs, each designed around depth rather than volume.
Career and Leadership Coaching
A boutique coaching program reserved for just 25 individuals each year. Because transformation requires time, focus, and trust, not scale. Each participant receives four to six months of deeply personalized 1:1 career coaching, immersive professional development, and privileged access to the frameworks, tools, and resources that have shaped executive careers across the country. Partial and full scholarships ensure the right fit, not the right paycheck, determines who walks through our doors.
- Single Parents
- Early Career Professionals (Ages 18 to 30)
- Retirees returning to the workforce
- Individuals displaced from the workforce for more than six months
The Maternal Advocate
Childbirth education training. A holistic program primarily supporting expectant and new mothers, with supportive education for fathers and partners. Delivered through twice-monthly in-person workshops in Illinois and monthly online cohorts available nationally.
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Career Project USA is Changing The World of Coaching & Professional Developement
Career Project USA, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering individuals in career elevation and transition by providing access to essential tools, resources, and opportunities for success—regardless of their circumstances.
We believe meaningful change happens when people receive personalized, consistent support which is why we intentionally serve up to 25 participants in our career coaching program each year via subsidized tuition or full-scale program scholarships.
- Chicago
- Los Angeles
- New York
- Texas
We focus on people facing significant employment transitions, including:
- Outplaced & Unemployed Professionals Facing Hardship – Job loss can be devastating, especially for those without the financial means to access career coaching, reskilling, or networking opportunities, increasing long-term unemployment risks.
- Early Career Professionals – Many young professionals enter the workforce without structured guidance, leaving them overwhelmed, underprepared, and vulnerable to stagnation.
- Female Professionals – Women, particularly from marginalized backgrounds, struggle with wage gaps, leadership underrepresentation, and limited access to executive coaching and mentorship.
- Retired Professionals Returning to the Workforce – Many seasoned professionals face age-related biases, outdated skills, and limited support systems, making it difficult to find meaningful work aligned with their expertise. Some simply want preparation for board seats, in either case we are here to help!
Our Impact Career Project USA By the Numbers
The Career Project USA consistently tracks its impact through pre- and post-coaching surveys, participant feedback forms, employment verification, and engagement analytics. Our qualitative metrics include, but are not limited to, behavioral assessments, self-perception evaluations, and leadership growth tracking. Quantitative metrics include, but are not limited to, Customer Satisfaction Scores (CSAT), job placement rates, workforce return rates, and alumni engagement, ensuring data-driven insights into program success. Quarterly evaluations ensured that programs were refined to meet the distinct needs of our program participants.
Below are a few of our standout 2025 goals and their subsequent outcomes.
- Engagement and retention among early career professionals remained strong.
- Coaching intensity and individualized support were preserved.
- Demand for early career services continued to exceed available capacity
- High retention and program completion, reflecting sustained engagement through the coaching cycle
- Improved employment readiness, measured by job search competency, interview performance, and clarity of career direction.
- Successful job placement or career-aligned transitions, including full-time roles, contract positions, or structured career pivots
- Increased professional confidence and self-efficacy, key predictors of long-term career stability
- Flexible, individualized coaching that accounts for caregiving responsibilities.
- Retention-focused support, recognizing that consistency is essential for women navigating multiple demands.
- Career pathways that support long-term economic stability, not just immediate job placement
- Program retention and completion, reflecting sustained engagement in coaching.
- Employment readiness gains, including resume quality, interview preparedness, and clarity of career direction.
- Successful workforce re-entry or job transitions, aligned with participant-defined goals.
- Increased confidence and self-efficacy, critical predictors of long-term employment stability
Below are a few of our standout 2024 goals and their subsequent outcomes.
Make Career Coaching Financially Accessible for professionals across all career stages
Outcome: By the end of 2024, we provided 297 hours of personalized coaching to 122 program participants (~8 hours per participant), removing barriers to access to high-quality career coaching as demonstrated by the estimated cost savings of $415,200, calculated by comparing the total market value of these $475,200 to the $60,000 actual cost of awarded program scholarships.
Expand Access to Career Coaching & Professional Development across all career stages
Outcome: By the end of 2024, we increased the number of program participants by 103% as demonstrated by growth from 60 to 122 individuals served, tracked through participant enrollment records and engagement data. Breakdown of Impact by Career Stage: Early-Career Professionals (1-5years): 32 professionals received subsidized career coaching. Mid-Career Professionals (10–15 years): 66 professionals received subsidized career coaching. Seniors Returning to the Workforce: Trained 30 individuals re-entering the workforce, addressing ageism, market re-entry challenges, and adapting to evolving job market demands.
Improve Employment Outcomes for Those Outplaced or in Career Transition
Outcome: Since launching the Career Catalyst program in 2022 , we’ve maintained a 98% job placement rate within two months of program completion, as demonstrated by verified employment follow-ups.
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Empower Your Future with Personalized Career Coaching
Discover the tools and guidance you need to unlock your full potential. We offer 1:1 career coaching tailored to your individual goals, helping you navigate career transitions, develop leadership skills, and achieve personal growth. For those who thrive in a collaborative environment, our group coaching sessions provide a supportive community to share insights, gain diverse perspectives, and grow together.
Prepare for Birth and Beyond — Together
Gain the knowledge and confidence you need for birth and the weeks that follow with our expert-led pre- and postnatal classes for mothers and fathers. Our sessions cover labor and delivery, pain management, newborn care, postpartum recovery, and how partners can show up as an active, supportive presence every step of the way. Whether you’re expecting your first or growing your family, we’ll help you both walk into parenthood informed, connected, and ready.
Be Inspired & Empowered as A Dynamic Speaker
We specialize in transforming professionals at every stage—early career, mid-level, executive and seniors returning to the workplace —into world-class public speakers who exude confidence and captivate their audience. Through tailored coaching and proven techniques, we equip individuals to master the art of pitching, presenting, or delivering motivational talks that inspire and drive meaningful change. Our approach ensures that every speaker not only connects with their audience but also leaves a lasting impact that resonates long after the moment has passed.
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What People Say About Us.
Renee’ Brown
Advie Collins
Tremaine Lemons
I started working with Jacqueleen in March of 2024 as my career coach. It was the best decision I made in my professional career. Jacqueleen is insightful, informative, and connected. The work she put in with me from my resume to coaching me on how to approach new opportunities is energizing and life changing. Jaqueleen is always a phone call away and ready with advice that will improve me as a professional and a person.
Lawrence Billups
