This document discusses potential partnerships between NAF Academies and intermediary organizations. It describes benefits for both the academies and intermediaries, including engaging business partners, providing internships and mentors for students, helping recruit students, and identifying funding opportunities for the academies. Intermediaries would strengthen relationships with schools and access to a future qualified workforce. The document outlines roles intermediaries can play in convening partners, connecting organizations and students, measuring results, and sustaining successful efforts through advocacy and policies. Examples of intermediary organizations and actions are provided.

1. Intermediary Partnerships with NAF Academies Presented by: Deanna Hanson, California Director, NAF