Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
We were established in 1994 as a non-profit in New York City
What is your primary product or service?
We provide technology solutions for communities and schools. Our youth curriculum covers Life Skills in an interactive mode to engage teens in meaningful solutions to the issues that they face.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
Working with New York City's schools and government programs while at IBM and realized that solutions for students and residents were needed, not just the administrative personnel/
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Our expertise is dealing with underserved communities and schools. The use of an Interactive platform for Life Skills that utilizes video, hip-hop and games reinforces the lessons in ways that today's youth can identify with.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
We currently have over 200 locations nationwide and are expanding our coverage.
Provide detailed directions to your location
Our office is located at 80 Maiden Lane, in the heart of the Financial District. We are easily reached by subway and city bus. Our programs are available through the web.
What type of payments do you accept?
PO's, cash, Credit Card, checks. Anything that is legal.
Which areas do you service?
Because we are an Internet based service, anywhere there is a high speed connection.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
We are a 501(C)(3) that operates locally with our headquarters staff.
What are your hours of operation?
Office hours are 9 to 5. Internet hours are 24/7, 365 days per year.