“What’s next?” That’s the question on everyone’s mind. Technologies we’ve never seen before are changing the world in ways we’ve never imagined. Jobs people depend on today might not exist tomorrow. Are we ready? And if not, how do we get ready? At Junior Achievement of Greater Kansas City (JAKC), we are committed to finding answers. As a strategic partner working alongside educators, employers, investors, community leaders, and students, we provide education for what’s next.
For over a century, Junior Achievement (JA) has been redefining readiness through experiential learning, ensuring students develop the transferable skills and competencies they need to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
Alumni Outcomes That Show the Impact
Our recent survey of Gen Z and Millennial JA alumni demonstrate and reflects the tangible ways JA is helping students prepare for what’s next:
Levers of Economic Mobility:
- 87% continued education after high school
- 87% engaged in job or skills training during or after high school
- 82% chose a college degree in high demand
- 59% started or owned a business
(Sources: Camber Collective; Ipsos)
Transferable Skills and Competencies:
- 91% improved continuous learning and collaboration
- 90% strengthened critical thinking
- 89% enhanced communication and adaptability
- 88% grew creative thinking and technology literacy
(Source: Ipsos)
These numbers are more than statistics; they are proof that Junior Achievement is preparing students for what’s next, empowering them to act, build confidence, and seize opportunity in a world that is evolving faster than ever.
At JAKC, our goal is simple: help students become confident, capable, and connected today so they can access opportunity-filled futures tomorrow. By providing education solutions for what’s next, we equip students to thrive in a fast-changing world and accelerate economic mobility through practical, hands-on learning experiences. Together with educators, employers, and communities, we can ensure that the next generation isn’t just prepared; they are empowered to succeed.
View the full Alumni Report here.
About the Research:
These are the results of an Ipsos poll conducted between December 1-3, 2025. For this survey, a sample of 1,005 Junior Achievement alumni aged 22-44 from the continental U.S., Alaska, and Hawaii was interviewed online in English. The poll has a credibility interval of plus or minus 3.8 percentage points for all respondents.
About Ipsos:
Ipsos is the world’s third largest Insights and Analytics company, present in 90 markets and employing more than 18,000 people. Ipsos serves more than 5000 clients across the world with 75 business solutions. Founded in France in 1975, Ipsos is listed on the Euronext Paris since July 1st, 1999.