ISACA Expands Digital Trust Workforce Program to 7 U.S. Cities with Caterpillar Foundation Grant

Event summary

  • ISACA and the ISACA Foundation are expanding the Digital Trust Workforce Development Program to 7 U.S. cities in 2026, targeting over 130 learners.
  • The expansion is funded by a grant from the Caterpillar Foundation.
  • Programs will launch in Miami Lakes (June), Houston (July), Chicago (August), Griffin (September), Athens (October), Pontiac (November), and Muncie (December).
  • Over 500 individuals have participated in the program since its inception three years ago.

The big picture

This expansion aligns with growing industry demand for skilled IT professionals, particularly in cybersecurity and audit fields. The program addresses workforce gaps by providing practical training to non-traditional tech candidates. The Caterpillar Foundation's involvement highlights corporate interest in developing future-ready digital skills. ISACA's 195,000+ member network provides a strong distribution channel for these workforce development initiatives.

What we're watching

Program Scaling
Whether ISACA can maintain program quality while expanding to multiple cities simultaneously.
Industry Demand
How quickly graduates will be absorbed into the IT workforce given current labor market conditions.
Funding Sustainability
The likelihood of securing additional grants to support future program expansions.