Junior Achievement of Southwest New England to Host 2026 Partners in Achievement Breakfast
Hartford, CT, May 14, 2026 — Junior Achievement of Southwest New England (JA) will host its annual Partners in Achievement Breakfast on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at the Hartford Marriott Downtown. This signature event brings together business and community leaders who are committed to empowering the next generation to own their economic success.
The morning will begin with networking and breakfast, followed by a dynamic program featuring student and educator voices that highlight the real-world impact of JA learning experiences. Through these stories, attendees will see firsthand how JA equips young people with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to navigate their futures. This year’s program will be emceed by a fourth grade JA student from Metacomet Elementary School in Bloomfield, CT, offering a powerful student perspective at the center of the event.
“This event reflects what happens when a community invests in its young people,” said Jeremy Race, President & CEO of Junior Achievement of Southwest New England. “At Junior Achievement, we are committed to helping students overcome systemic barriers by equipping them with financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and career readiness skills, empowering them to own their future economic success in a rapidly evolving economy.”
The Partners in Achievement Breakfast is free to attend, with advance registration required. During the program, guests will be invited to make a meaningful contribution to support JA’s work across Southwest New England.
Each year, Junior Achievement reaches thousands of students through hands on, experiential programs focused on three key areas: financial literacy, career readiness, and entrepreneurship. Delivered in partnership with educators and volunteers from the business community, these programs ensure students are not only learning but applying critical life and career skills.
By attending the breakfast, guests will gain a deeper understanding of how JA is helping to build a stronger, more prepared workforce while creating pathways for young people to thrive.
Community members, corporate partners, and advocates are encouraged to attend and be part of this impactful morning.
To register, visit:
https://secure.qgiv.com/for/2026piaregistrationform/event/2026japartnersinachievementbreakfast/
To learn more about Junior Achievement of Southwest New England and its work to empower young people through financial literacy, career readiness, and entrepreneurship education, visit https://swne.ja.org/
Top Sponsors: Platinum Sponsor Arch Insurance
Gold Sponsors: Empower, Robinson + Cole, Webster Bank, Citizens Bank, Olsen Construction
About Junior Achievement of Southwest New England
Junior Achievement of Southwest New England is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preparing young people to own their future success. Through hands-on, experiential learning in financial literacy, workforce readiness, and entrepreneurship, JA empowers students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to navigate their futures, drive their own success, and contribute to their communities. By connecting educators, volunteers, and the business community, JA brings real-world relevance into the classroom and beyond.
Media Contact: Analis Pedroso
860-525-4510, apedroso@jaconn.org