OUR VISION
Provide access to higher-income careers, skills, education, and a pathway to better lives for the 44% of American workers in low-wage jobs with limited economic mobility.
OUR APPROACH
We partner with workforce programs, CTEs, high schools, and community colleges to connect you with local talent.
We help you tell a compelling story of careers that offer growth, stability, and long-term opportunity.
By making career paths visible - including training, funding, and earning potential, we turn hesitation into confidence.
We connect you with qualified, motivated, and engaged candidates, not just job applications.
LEADERSHIP TEAM
CEO & Co-Founder
robert@slateup.co
Robert Merritt, CEO of SlateUp, is a seasoned executive with over 20 years in the technology and talent sectors, bringing to market solutions that bridge the needs of modern workforces and employers. He previously held leadership roles at Upwork, Wonolo, and General Assembly, and founded Merit Inc., an executive search firm. Robert holds a BBA in Marketing and Management from Abilene Christian University and resides in the Chicago area with his three children.
CPO & Co-Founder
akshay@slateup.co
Visionary product and engineering leader with over a decade of experience in early to growth-stage startups. As Chief Product Officer, Akshay is driven by SlateUp's mission to help frontline workers obtain fulfilling careers in manufacturing.
PARTNERS & INVESTORS
Born from Notre Dame 1842 Fund & Alloy Partners
1842 Fund is a venture capital fund anchored by the University of Notre Dame and managed by Alloy Partners that builds startups targeting societal challenges.
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