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BridgeYear Expands Career Exploration Access for Houston Youth Pursuing Alternatives to a 4-Year Degree

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BridgeYear is expanding its impact in Houston through hands-on career fairs, guided advising, and access to short-term training programs—empowering youth to pursue high-wage, high-demand careers without a four-year degree. From healthcare to trades, BridgeYear connects students to real opportunities after high school.

Houston, TX, United States, 27th Jun 2025 –  BridgeYear, a Houston-based nonprofit committed to redefining career exploration for underserved youth, is expanding its reach to help more students access meaningful, affordable pathways to economic stability, without the need for a four-year college degree.

Through hands-on programs like the Career Test Drive Fair and its free training program database, MorePathways®, BridgeYear helps students explore high-growth careers that require short-term training, certifications, and apprenticeships—not a four-year degree. The organization also highlights Careers That Don’t Require College Degrees—including in-demand fields like welding, phlebotomy, HVAC, and IT support—helping students discover well-paying, stable careers that don’t come with the burden of student debt.

BridgeYear’s work is especially critical for students from underserved communities who may not be aware of, or have access to, traditional college pathways. By offering immersive experiences, personalized advising, and connections to trusted local training providers, BridgeYear is helping Houston youth take confident steps toward economic mobility and purpose-driven futures.

A Better Path: Careers Without College Debt

BridgeYear’s programming highlights a wide range of careers that are essential to Houston’s workforce needs and attainable through short-term training. 

Some of the most in-demand roles include:

  • Automotive Technician: These professionals perform diagnostics, oil changes, and engine repairs. Perfect for problem-solvers who enjoy hands-on mechanical work, the role offers high earning potential with vocational training.
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA): CNAs support patients in hospitals and long-term care facilities. With strong job security and flexible work environments, CNAs are the backbone of healthcare support services.
  • Electrician: One of the most in-demand trades in the state, electricians install, maintain, and repair electrical systems. With Texas-based apprenticeship programs, students can earn while they learn.
  • HVAC Technician: These technicians keep heating and air conditioning systems running smoothly — a critical job in Texas’s fluctuating climate. It’s a high-growth field with steady work and competitive pay.
  • IT Support Specialist: Ideal for tech-savvy individuals, these professionals troubleshoot hardware and software issues. IT roles can start with certifications and often lead to broader tech careers.
  • Sterile Processing Technician: This vital healthcare role ensures surgical instruments are clean and sterile. Behind the scenes but crucial, it’s a meaningful career in the healthcare ecosystem.
  • Welder: Welders join and fabricate metal components for buildings, vehicles, and infrastructure. Known for creativity and strength, welding pays well and allows for specialization.

Many of these careers are introduced through BridgeYear’s Career Test Drive Fairs, where students participate in hands-on simulations to better understand what these roles entail, making exploration engaging, relevant, and practical.

Houston’s Career Exploration Hub

In a city with a fast-growing labor market and a large population of opportunity youth, BridgeYear’s offerings meet a timely and pressing need. Through:

  • Career Test Drive® Fair: Interactive career simulations for high school students on campus
  • Career Cohorts: Supportive, no-cost pathways into training programs and apprenticeships, with guidance from BridgeYear Advisors from enrollment through program completion
  • MorePathways®: A free, easy-to-use online database of short-term training programs in Greater Houston

BridgeYear connects students to clear, actionable next steps after high school—and opens doors to economic opportunity many never knew existed.

“Too many young people are told that college is the only path to success,” said Victoria Chen, co-founder of BridgeYear. “We’re here to show them that there are multiple pathways—practical, purpose-driven, and financially rewarding—and we’re with them every step of the way.”

Why It Matters

As the cost of college continues to rise and more students seek affordable, career-aligned alternatives, BridgeYear’s model fills a critical gap. By making postsecondary options visible and achievable, BridgeYear helps students not just imagine a better future, but build one.

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Organization: BridgeYear

Contact Person: Victoria Chen

Website: https://www.bridgeyear.org/

Email: Send Email

Contact Number: +18325790294

Address:3414 Eastside St.

City: Houston

State: TX

Country:United States

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Tofu Launches Mobile Invoicing App for US Contractors and Small Businesses

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September 13, 2025

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Prague, Czechia – Tofu, a rapidly growing invoicing and payment app, has officially announced the expansion of its mobile-first platform designed for US-based contractors, freelancers, and small businesses. With over 1.9 million downloads and a stellar 4.9/5 rating across the App Store and Google Play, Tofu is setting a new standard in field-ready invoicing, offering contractors a fast, reliable, and professional way to send invoices, create estimates, and get paid on the go.

Built for industries that rely on speed and simplicity—including electricians, plumbers, HVAC technicians, landscapers, cleaners, auto repair shops, and general contractors—Tofu enables users to generate invoices in under a minute, send them as branded PDFs, and track their status in real time.

Key Features of Tofu:

  • Mobile & Web Access – Create invoices and estimates anytime on iOS, Android, or desktop.
  • Fast Invoicing – Build professional, branded invoices in minutes with taxes, discounts, and reusable notes.
  • Smart Tracking – Monitor invoices across statuses: Sent, Viewed, and Paid.
  • Flexible Payments – Accept Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Zelle, ACH, and more via Stripe.
  • One-Tap Estimates – Convert approved estimates into invoices instantly, reducing errors and delays.
  • Offline Access – Optimized for contractors working in the field.

Pricing Made Simple

  • Plus Plan: $9 per week / $99 per year – 10 invoices per month with core features.
  • Premium Plan: $19 per month / $156 per year – Unlimited invoices, estimates, photo attachments, and multiple profiles.

Both tiers include easy onboarding, with most businesses able to set up and send their first invoice in under 10 minutes.

Trusted by Contractors Nationwide

Tofu is more than just an invoicing tool—it’s a proven solution helping US contractors close jobs faster and keep cash flow moving. For example:

  • Electricians can attach before/after photos to invoices.
  • Landscapers can send on-the-spot estimates and convert them with one tap.
  • Freelancers can issue branded invoices and track payments across projects.

“Our mission with Tofu is simple: make invoicing effortless for small businesses and contractors who don’t have time for complicated accounting software,” said a company spokesperson. “With Tofu, you can invoice from anywhere—your truck, the job site, or your kitchen table—and get paid faster.”

About Tofu

Tofu is a leading invoicing and estimate app built for contractors, small businesses, and freelancers across the US. With mobile-first design, seamless payment integration, and a focus on simplicity, Tofu helps businesses stay organized, professional, and paid—without the steep learning curve of traditional accounting software.

For more information, visit: https://tofu.com

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Organization: Tofu

Contact Person: Roman Malyshev

Website: https://tofu.com

Email:
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Country:Czech Republic

Release id:33920

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PDFtoCSVConverter Launches New AI-Powered PDF to CSV Converter

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PDFtoCSVConverter.co introduces a high-accuracy, AI-powered platform that converts PDFs into clean CSV files in seconds, helping finance and operations teams save time, reduce errors, and scale without extra hires.

New York, United States, 13th Sept 2025 – PDFtoCSVConverter.co has announced the launch of its next-generation AI-powered PDF to CSV converter, designed to streamline data extraction for finance and operations professionals. The software converts PDFs into clean CSV files in seconds, eliminating hours of manual entry while improving accuracy.

Unlike other tools that require lengthy setup or model training, PDFtoCSVConverter.co works instantly with invoices, statements, and a wide range of document types. Users can upload PDFs from desktops, shared drives, or email, and export structured results directly to Excel, Google Sheets, QuickBooks, or ERP systems. The platform also allows users to add plain-English instructions for extracting specific data points, making customization simple and intuitive.

“Finance and operations teams spend countless hours rekeying data, which is both costly and error-prone,” said James Wilson, press contact for PDFtoCSVConverter.co. “Our platform automates that process, freeing teams from repetitive tasks and delivering accuracy that scales with business needs.”

Early users share that PDFtoCSVConverter.co has taken the pain out of manual data entry. Many say they’ve saved hours each week, reduced costly errors, and freed up team capacity for more important work. What once felt like a never-ending task of retyping data now gets done in just minutes, making the tool feel like an extra set of hands on the team.

About PDFtoCSVConverter.co

PDFtoCSVConverter.co provides a secure, scalable AI-powered PDF to CSV conversion solution trusted by hundreds of finance and operations teams worldwide. Designed for accuracy, speed, and ease of use, the platform helps businesses automate manual processes, reduce errors, and scale efficiently, without adding more staff.

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Organization: PDFtoCSVConverter.co

Contact Person: James Wilson

Website: https://www.pdftocsvconverter.co/

Email:
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State: New York

Country:United States

Release id:33926

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DigiPayGuru Launches Smart Prepaid Card Solution to Power Secure Scalable Payments Across Banking & Fintech Sectors

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Dallas, Texas –  DigiPay.Guru, a trusted innovator in digital payment technology, launched its next-generation Prepaid Card Management and Issuance Solution, purpose-built for financial institutions, fintechs, and businesses seeking faster, safer, and more customizable cashless experiences.

The global prepaid card market is projected to reach $5.3 trillion by 2027, driven by rising demand for alternatives to traditional banking and real-time payment infrastructure. DigiPay.Guru’s prepaid card solution is tailored to meet that demand with full-stack features for issuing, managing, and tracking card programs from one unified interface.

“We created this solution to remove the barriers of traditional card issuance,” said Rahul Patel, CEO of DigiPay.Guru. “Our clients can now launch secure & branded card programs with agility and confidence, whether they’re disbursing salaries, offering loyalty rewards, or modernizing enterprise expenses.”

Meeting the Growing Demand for Digital Disbursement

From government subsidies, corporate payroll, and prepaid virtual cards to retail gift cards and gig-economy payments, prepaid card use cases have expanded rapidly. However, managing these programs still remains complex for many issuers.

DigiPay.Guru’s new prepaid card payment system streamlines everything from onboarding to fraud protection. This makes it easy for financial service providers to offer secure and compliant card experiences at scale.

Platform Highlights Include:

  • Instant Card Lifecycle Management
    Issue, suspend, reload, or deactivate cards in real time using a central dashboard with full user and transaction control.
  • Multi-Currency & Contactless Support
    Cards support major currencies and NFC-ready transactions, enabling global usability in both physical and online environments.
  • AI-Powered Security & Compliance
    Built on PCI-SSF certified infrastructure, the platform protects user data and detects anomalies through intelligent fraud analytics.
  • Advanced Reporting & Spending Controls
    Institutions can monitor card usage with real-time dashboards, set spending limits, and generate insights to optimize engagement.
  • White-Label Branding
    Launch prepaid programs under your own brand, with UI flexibility tailored to enterprise, retail, or B2C deployments.
  • Seamless Backend Integration
    RESTful APIs and SDKs ensure easy interoperability with core banking systems, ERPs, and digital wallets.

Trusted by Clients in 15+ Countries

With over a decade of experience and deployments across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East, DigiPay.Guru has built a reputation for delivering high-performance platforms in e-wallets, eKYC, remittance, and agency banking.

This latest launch solidifies the company’s mission to help banks, fintechs, and financial institutions build inclusive, modular, and future-ready financial ecosystems.

About DigiPay.Guru
DigiPay.Guru is a leading digital payment solutions provider for the next generation of financial services. With a presence in 15+ countries worldwide, its modular solutions enable banks, fintechs, and enterprises to launch prepaid card programs, mobile wallets, agency banking, merchant acquiring, and eKYC services faster and more securely.

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Organization: DigiPay.Guru

Contact Person: Nikunj Gundaniya

Website: https://www.digipay.guru/

Email:
hello@digipay.guru

Country:United States

Release id:33886

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