TradeUp! is designed to help Palm Beach County high school students in grades 10–11 explore careers and skilled trades. We combine mentoring, guidance, and hands-on experiences to make workforce pathways feel accessible and achievable—regardless of background. TradeUp! offers personalized coaching, real-world career exploration, and internship opportunities that build confidence, practical skills, and a clear plan for success. Our goal is to expand options, reduce barriers, and empower students to navigate vocational education and career pathways together.
How to apply
Make sure your household size and income listed on your tax return meet our guidelines, see the Income Eligibility Chart below.
Complete page 2 and 3 of this Intake Form.
Provide your financial eligibility documents, see Required Documents below.
Submit your Completed Intake Form & Required Documents: Email to Zana Sledge at [email protected] or drop-off at our office: 1896 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd., Ste. 103, West Palm Beach, FL 33409
Please contact Zana Sledge, TradeUp! Initiative Lead
Meet the Team
NANCY STELLWAY
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
LIDIA VARGAS
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
DANIELLE OLDHAM
DIRECTOR OF PROGRAM SERVICES
ZANA SLEDGE
TRADEUP! INITIATIVE LEAD
PATRICIA POLDO
DIRECTOR OF STRATEGIC GIVING
SHANIA J. ROWLEY
MANAGER OF STUDENT SUCCESS & ALUMNI INITIATIVES
ELISSA SOREL
MENTOR MANAGER
ANNIE MCGRATH
MENTOR COORDINATOR
HEATHER BENNETT
Donor Relations Manager
KATHERINE MACKSEY
Marketing & Special Events Manager
HOLLY POINSETT
GRANTS MANAGER
WANDA KIRBY
ASST. DIRECTOR OF PROGRAM SERVICES
JULIA "JJ" SILVA
OFFICE MANAGER
CAMILLE “CAMI” POTTILLO
NEW STUDENT RECRUITMENT COORDINATOR & COLLEGE READINESS COACH
ALISSON B. SEALY
ALUMNI ADVISOR & COLLEGE READINESS COACH
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