Summary
Corrine, a single mother in Jasper, Texas, moved up in her career at Provalus, a company providing IT services. Starting as a customer service agent, she became a delivery manager handling around 400 people, showcasing the potential for career growth in rural areas. Her story highlights the challenges and opportunities for women in small towns to find well-paying jobs.
Key Facts
- Corrine is a single mother living in Jasper, Texas, a rural area with few tech job opportunities.
- She began working at Provalus as a frontline agent and quickly moved to leadership roles.
- Within six years, Corrine advanced to a delivery manager position, overseeing about 400 employees.
- Corrine's progression demonstrates the possibility for career growth and mentorship in rural areas.
- Rural women make up 48% of the workforce but have only 37% of good-paying jobs.
- A report stated that rural women earn about 64 cents for every $1 earned by men.
- Provalus aims to provide well-paid tech jobs in rural areas, with women making up 60% of their workforce, compared to 27% in the broader tech industry.
