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But is there really an economic opportunity for businesses?
Anson Green, Economic Opportunity Leader, shares insights on what Tyson is doing with their employees who are continuing to learn English. Learn how they are accessing untapped talent with their adult education program Upward Academy.



Interview with Anson Green
Economic Opportunity Leader at Tyson
Video Guide
Background and Introductions
0:00-8:25
Success Story
28:58-32:56
Untapped Talent
9:07-13:17
Why Create Upward Academy?
32:57-36:09
Accessing Highly Skilled Immigrants
13:18-13:57
Program's Impact on Employee Retention
36:10-39:12
Tyson's Workforce
13:58-16:35
English and Robots
39:13-46:29
Upskilling and Reclaiming Occupations
16:36-26:02
Advice for Other Businesses
46:30-50:15
A Different Kind of ESL Class
26:03-28:57
Liquid Gold: Pros and Cons of In-House Models of Instruction
46:30-50:15


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