Bryan B. is 24 years old. Growing up he witnessed a lot of violence in his Santa Ana neighborhood and was a victim himself. Through it all he managed to stay out of trouble. Bryan always had an interest in technology and his passion was solidified in 2013 when he built his first computer.

After graduating high school, he enrolled in community college to pursue his dream. To afford classes and rent he worked full-time as a shipping and receiving clerk at a metal finishing facility. He felt overwhelmed juggling work and school and decided to drop out. Bryan knew he wanted to go back to school after saving enough money. A friend told him about Hope Builders around the time he found out his girlfriend was pregnant. Bryan felt Hope Builders’  short and intensive program designed to fast-track young adults into employment was his best option since he’d be co-enrolled at Santa Ana College. He applied and was accepted in its Information Technology training academy.

After he successfully completed training, Hope Builders linked Bryan to a paid internship with SACA Technologies. He thrived and his internship was extended due to COVID-19. In mid-July Bryan accepted full-time employment with SACA Technologies and now makes $16 per hour.