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Athenahealth CEO looks to take Watertown health IT company public, for a second time

By: Jon Chesto on Nov 28, 2022

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Year Up is expanding its Career Accelerator program with a $3 million donation from Blackstone, aiming to reach a larger audience by partnering with community colleges and intermediaries. This initiative has launched pilots in Los Angeles, Boston, Charlotte, N.C., and Dallas metro areas, with plans for expansion to Austin, Texas, Detroit, and New York. Gerald Chertavian, CEO of Year Up, emphasizes the importance of this strategic partnership to achieve a systemic impact and scale up their efforts beyond serving 4,000 young adults annually.

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