BreakLine Apex
BreakLine provides virtual education and coaching to help people of color land roles at top tech companies.
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Program Description
Targeted Approach to Career Transition
BreakLine provides education and coaching for exceptional, high-performing people of color who are interested in pivoting into the tech industry. Our virtual month-long program is designed to help you successfully land a role in tech and build your professional network. Alongside a cohort of peers, you will attend 4 – 6 hours of programming a week. Sessions include hands-on workshops, in-depth discussions with industry leaders, and an inside look at top tech companies.
You will also work closely with our team of experts to build a pipeline of opportunities across our partner companies. The BreakLine team will guide you through the entire process, from resume reviews, to sourcing relevant roles, to interview prep, until you land and accept a position. We stick with you every step of the way!
All participants join our active community of more than 1,000 BreakLine alums nationwide and are invited to join our regular Speaker Series and community events. Once a BreakLiner, always a BreakLiner!
Core Curriculum Classes
BreakLine’s virtual Core Curriculum classes are free and open to the public. In these classes, we cover the exploratory phase of a career transition, the interview process, top interview questions, and negotiating compensation. We teach our classes, Career Transition 1 & 2, Top Interview Questions for Tech, and Negotiating Compensation, once a month. Sign up here!
Key Takeaways
You can apply the skills you learn through BreakLine directly to the workplace.

Tech Fundamentals
Build the foundation you need to launch your career in tech.

Industry Insight
Gain insight into the tech industry that will help you to hit the ground running.

Communication & Style
Develop your personal elevator pitch and translate your experience.

Mentorship
Meet mentors who can help you navigate your transition.

Network
Connect with industry leaders and grow your professional network.

—Lizbeth JenkinsBreakLine provided unparalleled access to phenomenal speakers and highly curated educational classes geared towards a career in tech. Having gone through a career transition prior to participating in the program, I can personally attest that BreakLine is the best in preparing you for the hiring process.

Product Operations Manager,
Facebook

—Devon LoucksBreakLine provided guidance and support through my transition and connected me with a network of veterans who had successfully pivoted into tech. I can’t wait to pay it forward!

Program Manager,
Google

—Jasmine MotupalliThe BreakLine program provided me with invaluable tools and an amazing network, setting the stage for my success in finding the right career path for me. The BreakLine Team became my tribe, my champions, as I navigated my transition. This is, by far, the best transition program I have ever encountered.

Customer Experience
Data & Insights,
Gusto

—Jay StaplesBreakLine made my career in tech possible. It's a game-changer for veterans who want to pivot into the tech industry.

Product Risk Analyst,
PayPal

—Onai GwachiwaI thought I knew what BreakLine was about but it was a whole lot more than what I expected. Everything from the workshops to the interview prep was spot on and priceless. The team is experienced and amazing, and absolutely there for you!

Customer Success Manager,
Cisco Meraki

—Najeeb AhmedBreakLine afforded me an incredible opportunity to immerse myself in the business and culture of tech and unlocked a world of limitless possibilities.

Senior Program Manager, Google

—Jannelle Allong-DiakabanaWorking with BreakLine to become a part of BMC was the first time I felt like timing, competence, and luck combined for me.

Senior Manager,
Corporate Public Relations,
BMC

—Duc PhamI always knew that I wanted to transition into tech after military service, I just wasn't quite sure how to do it. BreakLine was instrumental in this process and provided me with a plethora of resources to excel and find my footing. What surprised me the most was the genuineness of the BreakLine team and their willingness to move mountains for you.

Deployment Manager,
Expanse

—Larraine PaleskyWorking with the BreakLine team was absolutely life changing! Before BreakLine, I didn't think a career in tech was possible for me. They opened doors and allowed me to have conversations with some of the biggest leaders in the industry and most importantly, led me to recognize my self-worth.

UX Recruiter,
Google

—Michael Njoku-ObiFrom the outset, the BreakLine team was completely invested in my transition and provided me with the tools and training necessary to get it done. Getting out of the military can be very stressful and unclear, but BreakLine brings clarity and a network of support to the process that is unrivaled.

Associate Forward Deployed
Solution Leader,
C3.ai

—Brittany RuckerBreakLine provided invaluable opportunities for me to make the right connections, and the team provided step-by-step guidance on everything from resume development to negotiations. The program made all the difference between my resume being forgotten in an electronic database and receiving a job offer.

Program Manager,
Privacy Data Protection,
Google

—Eddie OrtizIf you have the opportunity to participate in BreakLine, count your lucky stars! BreakLine eliminated my doubts, and equipped me with the tools I needed to speak confidently about my service and connected me with top companies. I am forever grateful to the BreakLine tribe, and I am proud to call myself a BreakLiner!

Customer Experience,
Gusto

—Kymberly PensonIf you are considering BreakLine, I would say absolutely, hands down do it. It was a complete game-changer.

Customer Success Manager,
Box

—Marlon MattosBreakLine is a remarkable program that plugs veterans into the heart of tech and keeps us connected with a robust alumni network and unabated support. I’m proud to be part of the BreakLine family.

Experience Consultant,
Slack

—Nina TraylorFrom start to finish BreakLine’s team were my personal champions, rooting for my success. They used a unique and transformational process that guided me from resume writing to negotiations. BreakLine never gave up on me and propelled me toward a future in tech that I didn’t know was possible. I am proud to be a part of the BreakLine Tribe and excited to help the door for others.

Program Manager,
Facebook

—Deon ScottTo put it simply, there is no other program quite like BreakLine. The institutional knowledge of the tech industry, the connections and the hands on approach to ensuring transitioning veterans success is unmatched. The entire team at BreakLine is amazing and I am so thankful for the support throughout my transition.

Global Program Manager,
Google

—Shakira DineshkumarAbsolutely do this. The team’s knowledge of the tech industry and military paired with their unbridled investment in your success makes for an invaluable experience. BreakLine is more than a network, it is a family.

Monetization Analyst,
Partnerships,
AppLovin

—Shane MosesBreakLine has opened doors that I never thought possible. The coaching and genuine care that you get from the team every step of the way is unrivaled. I HIGHLY recommend it to every veteran looking to start a meaningful career in tech!

Solutions Consultant,
Gainsight

—Eric GonzalezBreakLine isn’t just a service to provide you opportunities in tech. It is a family experience. You will be heard, supported, and celebrated throughout your transition and interview journey. Getting texts with words of encouragement from the entire team is simply just the standard treatment - that’s who they are and for me that is irreplaceable. If you want to be a part of something special that just happens to find you an amazing tech career, then BreakLine is for you.

Compliance Specialist,
Ridgeline

—Heather HolcombBreakLine not only fundamentally changed the way I view my career transition, but also how I view myself and my potential.

Chief of Staff,
PayPal

—Victor WigginsBreakline is by far the BEST transitioning program for veterans. The ability to visit, network, and connect with so many top tech companies, CEOs, and venture capitalists in such a short time span is so valuable and something you won't find anywhere else. The program is also FUN! It's always great to connect with similar minded veterans.

Principal Value Engineer,
BMC Software