UNION CITY, CA – August 19, 2025
iZen ai, Inc. (iZen), a leader in AI-powered workforce development, today announced a strategic partnership with The Vocation Depot Inc. (TVD), a disabled veteran-operated non-profit dedicated to assisting Veterans and individuals with disabilities in finding long-term employment. The collaboration will bridge the gap between training and employment for these underserved populations, helping them transition into high-demand tech careers.
The partnership leverages iZen’s AI-powered learning platform, along with its Boots2Bytes™ and Spark2Skill solutions, to provide participants with hands-on, job-aligned training in emerging fields such as AI/ML and cybersecurity. These programs are designed to equip participants with the technical skills and confidence needed to thrive in the digital economy.
The Vocation Depot will serve as the employment services provider, offering career counseling, resume assistance, and job placement to eligible participants. By uniting iZen's vocational training with TVD's expertise in career readiness, the partnership aims to create a seamless pathway from learning to earning for Veterans, their families, and individuals with disabilities.
"Our mission at iZen has always been to build inclusive workforce development solutions that empower everyone," said Laxmish Bhat, Co-Founder and CEO of iZen ai. "By partnering with The Vocation Depot, we ensure that our nation’s heroes and other deserving individuals receive not only cutting-edge technical skills but also the dedicated support they need to secure a meaningful career."
Kevin Vincent, President of The Vocation Depot, shared, "This collaboration enhances our ability to deliver real career outcomes. By joining forces with iZen, we're helping Veterans and individuals with disabilities enter the tech sector—a field where their skills in discipline and problem-solving are invaluable."
The partnership marks a significant step toward creating a comprehensive ecosystem of support, ensuring that a critical segment of the workforce is well-equipped for the future.
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 underserved communities.
About The Vocation Depot Inc.
Founded in 2013, The Vocation Depot Inc. is a non-profit organization that empowers Veterans and individuals with disabilities by connecting them to meaningful employment opportunities. Through personalized support, career counseling,and job placement services, TVD works to create opportunities and foster career independence.