UNION CITY, CA – December 19, 2025 – iZen ai, Inc. (iZen), a leader in AI-powered workforce development, today announced a strategic partnership with HKPO, a premier provider of organizational excellence training, and its non-profit arm, the HKPO Veterans Academy. This collaboration brings together advanced technology and proven training methodologies to equip military-connected individuals and underserved communities with high-demand skills needed to succeed in today’s digital economy.
A Powerful Workforce Development Collaboration
The partnership combines iZen’s cutting-edge AI-powered learning platform with HKPO’s established training infrastructure and deep expertise in leadership and operational excellence.
iZen delivers job-aligned, industry-relevant training through its proven Boots2Bytes™️ program, offering skill development in critical areas such as Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI-ML) and Cybersecurity. iZen’s platform is uniquely designed to provide seamless learning experiences with or without internet connectivity, ensuring accessibility for deployed service members, veterans, and learners in resource-constrained environments.
Complementing this technology, HKPO brings decades of experience in Lean Six Sigma, Project Management, and Organizational Excellence, along with a strong network across the veteran community, private industry, and the public sector. By integrating these operational excellence methodologies with iZen’s technical curriculum, the partnership creates a comprehensive pathway for learners to become well-rounded, highly employable leaders.
Leadership Perspectives
“Our mission at iZen is to remove barriers to future skills and pave a clear path from learning to earning,” said Laxmish Bhat, CEO of iZen. “By bringing our AI-powered platform to this partnership, we ensure that skill development in AI and Cybersecurity is truly accessible to everyone—from deployed service members and veterans to underserved communities. Partnering with HKPO allows us to scale this impact through their trusted network.”
“HKPO has always been about driving excellence—whether for transitioning veterans or our partners in the public and private sectors,” said Jennifer Ralston, CEO of HKPO. “This collaboration allows us to layer iZen’s advanced technical training on top of our foundational leadership and process improvement curriculum. It’s a powerful combination that prepares our candidates to drive real value in any industry.”
Expanding Access to the Future of Work
This partnership represents a significant expansion of workforce development opportunities, ensuring that diverse learners—including military members, veterans, government professionals, and underserved populations—gain access to the skills, certifications, and leadership capabilities required to thrive in the future of work.
About iZen ai, Inc.
iZen is a workforce development company that builds AI-powered education technology solutions focused on skill development and employability. Its programs, including Boots2Bytes™️ and Spark2Skill™️, deliver high-quality, job-oriented training in emerging technologies, with a strong focus on supporting military and underserved communities.
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About HKPO and the HKPO Veterans Academy
HKPO is a leading consulting and training organization specializing in Strategic Planning, Organizational Excellence, and Lean Six Sigma. Its non-profit division, the HKPO Veterans Academy, is a DoD SkillBridge partner dedicated to mentoring, training, and upskilling transitioning service members. Through 100% remote, no-cost programs, HKPO equips veterans with certifications and professional networks needed to secure meaningful civilian careers.
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