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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.

Known for unlocking Intrinsic Value™, her transformative coaching approach is trusted by top leaders and organizations worldwide.

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

Our mission as a 501(c)(3) is to ensure that everyone has access to the tools and opportunities they need to succeed.

By partnering with corporate entities, angel investors, and benefactors, we can create opportunities where they previously did not exist. Through these strategic collaborations, we aim to bridge gaps in education, training, and career development, empowering individuals to achieve their full potential and contribute meaningfully to their communities and industries.

Vision

We envision a world where individuals from all inter-generational backgrounds are empowered to thrive. We proudly serve 50 people from a diverse population across the United States from Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, Texas.

By providing personalized career coaching, professional development training, and access to essential growth resources, we strive to eliminate barriers, foster equity, and create pathways for lifelong success in today’s evolving workforce.

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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 50 participants each year via subsidized tuition or full-scale program scholarships.

Our coaching model is high-touch and individualized, delivered by one to two dedicated coaches who work closely with each participant. This approach allows us to track progress, adjust support as needs change, and maintain strong outcomes over time.

Although we serve participants nationwide, most clients come from:

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.

In 2025, widespread reductions in nonprofit funding required us to temporarily limit overall enrollment to 20 participants, including early career professionals. This reduction reflected funding constraints across the sector, not reduced demand or diminished effectiveness.

Despite the reduced cohort size:

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

As funding stabilizes, we are positioned to restore enrollment levels while maintaining the same level of quality and outcomes for early career participants.

Outcomes and Success Indicators

We track outcomes for early career professionals using workforce-aligned indicators, including:

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

Across our broader program, we have supported more than 1,320 individuals to date, including a significant number of early career professionals navigating employment disruption.

A significant portion of our participants are women, including unemployed mothers re-entering the workforce. These participants often face compounded barriers related to caregiving gaps, career interruptions, and limited access to individualized employment support.

Our program prioritizes:

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

Women participants consistently demonstrate high engagement and completion rates, reflecting the effectiveness of a coaching model designed around real-life constraints rather than one-size-fits-all workforce programs.

Our coaching model supports participants in achieving employment readiness, workforce re-entry, and career stability, particularly for individuals navigating unemployment without traditional safety nets.

We track outcomes across the following workforce development indicators:

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

To date, we have supported more than 1,320 individuals, many of whom faced barriers such as caregiving responsibilities, age-related employment bias, or sudden job loss without severance.

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.

Elevate Your Skills with Our Training Classes

Gain the knowledge and tools you need to thrive in your career with our expert-led training classes. Designed for individuals and teams, our sessions focus on practical skills, industry insights, and actionable strategies to drive success. Whether you’re building foundational expertise or mastering advanced techniques, our training programs empower you to achieve your goals.

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.

One of the most remarkable aspects of Career Project USA is its commitment to creating spaces for underrepresented leaders, returning professionals, and older career changers to refine their skills, build their executive presence, and accelerate their impact. The depth, personalization, and strategic rigor that Jacqueleen and her team bring to their work set them apart.

Renee’ Brown

Supporting Career Project USA efforts to create a world where everyone can pursue their goals was a no brainer. Their resources were a great value to me and I was grateful to pay it forward.

Advie Collins

True fulfillment in retirement comes from lifting others toward their dreams—there’s no greater legacy than investing in the next generation of leaders. By making this donation, I know I’m helping create opportunities for them to achieve what once seemed impossible.

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.