Celebrating Resilience and Mentorship this Volunteer Appreciation Week: Meet Behzad Faridnia April marks Volunteer Appreciation Week, a time to recognize the individuals who lend their time, talent, and heart to strengthen our communities. At Vital Link, our mission to bridge the gap between education and the business world wouldn’t be possible without our dedicated volunteers. … Continued
At Vital Link, our volunteers are the bridge between education and the professional world. They don’t just offer hours; they offer a vision of what’s possible for the next generation. This week, we are proud to spotlight Priyanka Sarbadhikary, a dedicated Vital Link volunteer whose professional journey and personal mission align perfectly with our goal … Continued
This is Volunteer Appreciation Week, a time to celebrate the individuals who step away from their busy professional lives to pour back into the community. This month, we are shining a bright spotlight on Corina “Coco” Oxford, a leader in the healthcare industry who proves that no matter how high you climb the … Continued
Bridging the gap between the classroom and the finish line. ORANGE COUNTY, CA — On Saturday, May 9, 2026, the future of automotive engineering takes center stage as Vital Link proudly hosts its 17th Annual Electric Vehicle (EV) Challenge. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Saddleback College ATEP in Tustin, 32 teams from 10 … Continued
Connecting Orange County Students with Real-World Innovation: ORANGE COUNTY, CA – November – More than 300 students from Orange County schools explored the future of high-tech manufacturing this month through Vital Link’s Manufacturing Month, an initiative supported by the U.S. Navy’s Maritime Industrial Base (MIB) Program and its BuildSubmarines.com workforce campaign.x This expansive program, which … Continued
Garden Grove, CA— On September 13th, Vital Link invites the Orange County community to an inspiring evening that champions student success and those who help shape the future workforce. Vital Link’s mission is to connect Orange County students with future career opportunities. The nonprofit provides hands-on experiences, skill development, and direct exposure to high-growth industries. … Continued
Wing Lam looks at Duran Morley as a success story, the way two business owners might despite a considerable difference in age. Morley, now 23, started his Vanspeed van conversion shop in 2017, a year after graduating early from Edison High School. He’s expanded the business to its current 30 employees, and it currently operates out of a … Continued
Becoming a doctor may take more than a decade, but did you know that the experts teaching surgeons how to use state-of-the-art medical devices only need a bachelor’s degree? This was an eye-opening fact for the Vital Link academy students who toured the Edwards Lifesciences campus this summer and met with leaders across all business … Continued
A seasoned nonprofit executive, career exploration champion, and workforce leader, April Barnes has channeled her passion for giving back into a career supporting those most in need.
Darlyn Romero was like a kid in a candy store on Thursday. More accurately, the Middle College High School senior was like a kid on a medical technology campus, but Romero wouldn’t have it any other way. She is the president of the Femineering club at Middle College, which is located on the campus of Santa Ana … Continued