UNION CITY, CA – December 23, 2025
iZen ai, Inc. (iZen), a leader in AI-powered workforce development, today announced a strategic partnership with HKPO, a premier provider of organizational excellence training, and its non-profit arm, the HKPO Veterans Academy. This collaboration leverages the unique strengths of both organizations to equip the military community and underserved populations with high-demand skills for the modern economy.
The partnership combines iZen’s technological innovation with HKPO’s established training infrastructure. iZen brings its cutting-edge AI-powered learning platform, uniquely designed to deliver skill development programs seamlessly—with or without an internet connection. Through its proven Boots2Bytes™ program, iZen provides job-aligned training in critical fields such as AI-ML and Cybersecurity, ensuring that learners can access integrated world-class training.
Complementing this technology is HKPO’s deep expertise in Lean Six Sigma and Project Management, as well as its established network and reach across the veteran community, private enterprises, and the public sector. By integrating these operational excellence methodologies with iZen’s technical curriculum, the partnership creates a robust pathway for learners to become well-rounded, highly employable leaders.
"Our mission at iZen is to remove barriers to future skills and pave a clear path from learning to earning," said Laxmish Bhat, CEO of iZen, "By bringing our AI-powered platform, we ensure that skill development in AI and Cybersecurity is truly accessible to everyone, from deployed service members and veterans to underserved communities. Partnering with HKPO allows us to scale this impact through their trusted network."
Jennifer Ralston, CEO of HKPO, added, "HKPO has always been about driving excellence, whether for transitioning veterans or our partners in the public and private sectors. This collaboration allows us to layer iZen’s advanced technical training on top of our foundational leadership and process improvement curriculum. It’s a powerful combination that prepares our candidates to drive real value in any industry."
This collaboration marks a significant expansion of workforce development opportunities, ensuring that a diverse range of learners—spanning the military, government, and underserved groups—have the tools and certifications required to thrive in the future of work.
About iZen ai, Inc.
iZen is a workforce development company that builds AI-powered education technology solutions for skill development and employability. Its solutions, like Boots2Bytes™ and Spark2Skill™, are designed to make high-quality, job-oriented training in emerging technologies accessible to a global workforce, particularly in military and underserved communities. Media Contact: info@izen.ai
About HKPO and HKPO Veterans Academy
HKPO is a leading consulting firm specializing in Strategic Planning, Organizational Excellence, and Lean Six Sigma training. Its non-profit division, the HKPO Veterans Academy, is a DoD SkillBridge partner dedicated to mentoring, training, and upskilling transitioning service members. Through 100% remote and no-cost programs, HKPO provides veterans with the certifications and professional networks needed to secure meaningful civilian employment. Media Contact: info@gohkpo.com