Empowering the Next Generation of Tech Leaders
Building careers and businesses in technology through hands-on learning, expert mentorship, and real-world experience. Join a community that believes in your potential.
Our Mission
Creating Opportunities for Women and Veterans
Sera Thrive helps women and veterans start, grow, and sustain careers and businesses in technology-driven industries through hands-on learning, mentorship, and real-world experience.
Why Women?
Women make up nearly half the workforce but hold only 26% of computing jobs. We're working to close that gap by providing targeted support, mentorship, and opportunities.
26% → Our goal: 50%
Why Veterans?
Veterans bring leadership, problem-solving, and teamwork skills that technology companies desperately need. We help translate military experience into thriving tech careers.
What We Do at Sera Thrive, Inc.
Supporting women and veterans as they build skills, careers, and early-stage ventures in technology-driven and regulated industries. Our work focuses on people, capability, and long-term readiness—not subsidized operations or commercial services.
Workforce & Career Development
We provide structured pathways that help women and veterans build the skills and confidence needed for high-trust, technology-enabled roles.
- Career readiness and skill development
- Exposure to regulated and technical environments
- Mentorship and professional guidance
- Pathways to employment, apprenticeships, or advanced training
Volunteer Upskilling & Training Placements
Sera Thrive operates structured, time-limited volunteer upskilling programs designed to build experience while protecting participants and partners.
- Internal upskilling within Sera Thrive initiatives
- 16-week external training placements with partner organizations
- Supervised, learning-first experiences
- Strict separation from commercial, client, or compliance work
Entrepreneur & Founder Support
We support early-stage women and veteran founders as they prepare to launch responsibly in complex or regulated markets.
- Founder readiness and decision-making
- Understanding regulatory and compliance realities
- Ethical and sustainable go-to-market planning
- Architecture, documentation, and operational discipline
Startup & Innovation Enablement
Through curated access to shared resources and ecosystem partners, Sera Thrive helps founders explore ideas, test assumptions, and prepare for next steps—without subsidizing private operations.
- Non-production sandbox environments
- Educational tools and templates
- Structured mentorship and peer learning
- Exposure to real-world constraints and best practices
Research & Applied Learning Support
Sera Thrive supports applied research and learning activities that help reduce barriers for small teams entering regulated industries.
- Compliance literacy and readiness concepts
- Workforce and process innovation
- Documentation and evidence practices
- Early-stage research and grant preparation support
Proposed Grants & Compliance Enablement Support
Sera Thrive is exploring the development of a mission-aligned grants and financial support program to help women- and veteran-led organizations reduce barriers associated with entering regulated markets.
- CMMC readiness and education expenses
- Initial assessment or audit-related costs
- Foundational operational requirements tied to compliance readiness
- Administered with strict governance and transparency
Ecosystem Partnerships & Community Building
We work within a broader ecosystem of nonprofits, incubators, educators, and mission-aligned companies to expand access and opportunity.
- Mentorship and subject-matter expertise
- Learning environments and demonstrations
- Connections to workforce, education, and entrepreneurial resources
- Community and peer support for participants
Our Guiding Principle
Across all programs, Sera Thrive focuses on people, learning, and long-term capability.
How We Do It
A proven approach to tech career success
Hands-On Learning
Learn by doing. Work on real projects with real companies to build practical skills and a portfolio that demonstrates your capabilities.
Expert Mentorship
Connect with experienced professionals who have walked the path before you. Get guidance, advice, and support tailored to your specific goals.
Real-World Experience
We don't just teach theory. Participants work on actual business challenges, gain industry exposure, and build professional networks that last.
Community Support
Join a supportive community of women and veterans pursuing technology careers and businesses. Learn from each other's experiences and successes.
Real Impact, Real Success
Stories from our community
"Sera Thrive gave me the structure and support I needed to transition from military service to a fulfilling career in software engineering. The mentorship was invaluable."
"As a woman re-entering tech after a career break, I felt behind. Sera Thrive's hands-on projects helped me build a portfolio and land my dream role in product management."
"The CMMC guidance helped me position my veteran-owned business to compete for defense contracts. The practical support made all the difference."
Get Involved
Join us in building the future of tech
Participants
Are you a woman or veteran looking to start, grow, or sustain a career or business in technology? Our programs can help you achieve your goals.
- Women seeking technology careers or businesses
- Military veterans (all genders) in tech transitions
- Commitment to program requirements
- Willingness to contribute to community
Mentors
Experienced technology professionals can give back by mentoring the next generation. Share your knowledge and help others succeed.
- Software engineering and development
- Product management and design
- Technology entrepreneurship
- Technical leadership roles
Partner Companies
Technology companies can partner with us for talent pipeline development, project collaborations, and diversity initiatives.
- Provide real-world projects
- Mentor program participants
- Hiring pipeline access
- Sponsorship opportunities
Supporters
Support our mission through financial contributions, in-kind donations, or volunteer time.
- Financial donations
- Equipment and software donations
- Volunteer as instructor or advisor
- Spread the word
Ready to Transform Your Tech Career?
We're building programs to help women and veterans launch successful careers and businesses in technology. Be part of our journey from the beginning.
Get in Touch
We're here to answer your questions and help you get started
Visit Us
Scott Technology Center
Sera Thrive, Inc.
6825 Pine St, MB B6
Omaha, NE 68106
Email Us
General: info@serathrive.org
Programs: info@serathrive.org
Partner With Us
Interested in partnering?
Contact our team