2010
The 2010s were a transformative decade for Junior Achievement USA (JA USA), defined by a shift toward digital innovation, massive scale, and a celebration of its 100th anniversary in 2019. In the aftermath of the 2008 economic crisis, the organization focused heavily on modernizing financial literacy, work-readiness, and entrepreneurship education for the 21st century.
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Award Winners
The JA Professional Staff Hall of Fame is awarded to former JA staff professionals whose long-term dedication, commitment, and exceptional accomplishments made a significant impact on the organization and created a foundation for the current organization. Laureates are role models and set standards of accomplishment and behavior to which current and future JA staff should aspire. The process is managed by the JA Staff Alumni Network.
A $2,000 scholarship is awarded to a JA Company Program student in recognition of his or her accomplishments, role in their JA Company, and entrepreneurial potential.
The Karl Flemke Award is given annually at the JA National Leadership Conference. This award goes to a first-time Junior Achievement president who has demonstrated an outstanding contribution to and achievement with the organization.
