Shelley Warticki

Part of JA Worldwide, Inc., Junior Achievement of Central Florida is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering K-12 students with financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and work readiness skills through experiential, volunteer-led educational programs aligned with state and national standards. The company is based in Orlando, FL. The organization serves students annually across central schools and offers interactive and simulation-based programs that connect classroom learning to real-world applications in business, money management, and civic responsibility. Junior Achievement of Central Florida fosters leadership, problem-solving, and community engagement to prepare youth for future education and careers, operating with a structured leadership team and board supported by volunteers from diverse professional backgrounds. The organization provides resources for educators, parents, and volunteers, and encourages community involvement through donating, volunteering, and partnerships. Junior Achievement of Central Florida is launching the JA Eisner Family Dreamers Center in 2027 at Lake Nona, featuring immersive, hands-on learning experiences.