2025 End of Year Impact
December 30, 2025
As we close out the year and prepare for 2026, we’re taking a moment to pause and reflect on all we’ve accomplished in 2025. Because of your support, we’ve been able to impact so many throughout the year.
Announced 3 new locations
- Edenton, NC
- West Plains, MO
- Harrison, AR
Opened Centers of Excellence in 3 new communities
- Monticello, KY
- Crockett, TX
- North Wilkesboro, NC
Hosted 1 site grand opening in Henderson, TX
Committed to creating 500+ new jobs in rural America
Multi-million-dollar impact in 9 rural communities
Featured by 4 major news outlets
Hosted 2 Stars & Stripes Summits
- Brewton, AL
- Tahlequah, OK
60 + Tech Foundry training classes
70+ internal promotions
Growth within The Meridian Program
- Secured 2 new university partnerships
- Hired 10 program graduates to full-time roles
Obtained ServiceNow Specialist Partner status
Sponsored 400 kids via the Angel Tree Program
Supported dozens of local charities
Thank you for your support. We couldn't have done it without you.
Today, Provalus is pleased to announce a formal partnership with The PenFed Foundation for Military Heroes. This partnership will focus on our mutual missions to provide a smooth transition from military service into sustainable civilian careers.
The Meridian Program is a unique partnership approach to college-level internships designed to equip STEM and Computer Science students with the skills and experience needed to launch successful careers in IT.
Provalus hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on March 3rd for the grand opening of our newest Center of Excellence in North Wilkesboro, NC, marking our second location in North Carolina.
Today, Provalus is pleased to announce the expansion of our Meridian Program to include three new partners: North Arkansas College, Arkansas State University, and Louisiana Tech University.
Investing in rural America is often framed as a social good. Increasingly, it is also a business advantage. When companies place high-quality, onshore careers in rural communities, they tend to unlock unusually strong workforce stability, because people are able to build long-term careers without leaving the places the
Optomi Professional Services (OPS), announced today that Nick Murphy has been appointed Chief Operating Officer effective December 1, 2025.
On the heels of their visit to our Brewton Center of Excellence, CEO Chuck Ruggiero had the pleasure of joining Alex Caprariello for a live interview on NewsNation’s Morning in America.
As fraud threats grew more sophisticated, a leading U.S. credit union found their Fraud Operations teams falling behind. Performance lagged with no scalable staffing approach, and turnover plagued its remote workforce.
Last week, Senior NewsNation correspondent Brian Entin visited our Brewton Center of Excellence to document how Provalus is advancing high-tech career opportunities in rural America. The visit focused on the career pathways available to local talent and the measurable economic impact created through our work in Brewton.
In recognition of Veterans Day, Provalus President Mike Keogh was featured in Newsweek with an op-ed titled “ Veterans Are an Untapped Workforce Essential to America’s Future. ” In the piece, Keogh underscores the vital role veterans play in strengthening America’s workforce. He highlights the leadership, resilience, and mission-driven mindset that service members bring to every role, and how organizations can unlock their potential by creating environments that foster success. At Provalus, we witness this impact every day. Veterans are an integral part of our mission to create technology careers in rural America. Their skills and values elevate our teams, enhance performance, and strengthen the communities we call home. We are honored to celebrate their continued contributions, not only to our company but to the future of America’s workforce. Read the full article here .
