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An Evening Supporting ConnectED
Karma Automotive is proud to host an unforgettable evening in support of ConnectED: The National Center for College and Career. Join us in our mission to transform education by integrating college preparatory academics with career-connected learning, providing invaluable work-based learning experiences for students. ConnectED is dedicated to creating equitable opportunities, fostering innovation, and empowering underserved communities to help young people realize their full potential.
Thursday June 26, 2025
6:30-9:00 p.m.
Karma Automotive Headquarters
9950 Jeronimo Road, Irvine, CA, 92618-2014 US
Join us for an evening of fun, food, networking opportunities, inspiring student testimonials, and insights into the transformative work being done by ConnectED, Karma Automotive, and industry partners to develop career pathways in automotive, engineering, and advanced manufacturing.
Pathway Trailblazer Awards
Karma and ConnectED are honored to recognize three outstanding industry leaders with the Pathway Trailblazer Award for their exceptional contributions to their fields and their dedication to empowering young people.
- Michael Matsuda – Superintendent, Anaheim Union High School District
- Sandra Douglass Morgan – President, Las Vegas Raiders
- Dr. Kenneth Washington – Senior Vice President & Chief Technology and Innovation Officer, Medtronic
The Pathway Trailblazer Award recognizes leaders who have broken new ground in their fields while paving the way for future generations.
Tickets
🎟 Individual Ticket: $250
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Sponsorship Opportunities
Beyond attending, we invite you to consider sponsoring ConnectED to help create pathways for students in our communities and improve educational outcomes.
Learn more about our sponsorship opportunities.
We look forward to celebrating with you and making a lasting impact together!
About ConnectED
ConnectED: The National Center for College and Career is an education nonprofit partnering with school districts and community partners to transform the educational experience for students. ConnectED’s mission is to expand education and economic opportunities for students and ignite their motivation, engagement, and passion for learning. ConnectED works with district leaders, industry and community to combine academic learning with hands-on experiences creating innovative and family sustaining pathways for the next generation.
To learn more about ConnectED, see the 2023-2024 Annual Report
Ana’s Story is a reminder of the difference this work can make in a student’s life every day.
Our Day at Work videos help students see the range of opportunities before them so they can begin to envision a role in the community.
Sponsors
Title/Host Sponsor
Pathway Implementer
Dr. Gary & Jennifer Hoachlander Family
Table Sponsor
Sri Ananda
Ash Vasudeva
Pathways to Progress Committee
| Marques McCammon | Ash Vasudeva | Alexa Harnett |
| Jeff Fisher | Sri Ananda | Ben Frech |
| Gary Hoachlander | Mary Adams | Rob Atterbury |
| Michele Hirch | Michelle Berrios | Joseph Hendry |
For More Information
Please contact Mary Adams, Executive Assistant to the President, ConnectED
(510) 401-9207 madams@connectednational.org