Our history
Career TEAM, and our state-of-the-art portal, Career EDGE, are dedicated to changing lives and producing superior employment outcomes.
Career TEAM provides innovative solutions to complex social challenges such as closing the opportunity divide, reducing unemployment and eradicating poverty.
Career TEAM has a unique and compelling story of a socially conscious entrepreneur who had a desire to help all Americans find peace and prosperity at work, but initially had no idea how to do that!
2024
TEAM Growth - CEO Aaron Kelley
In 2024, Aaron Kelley joined the TEAM as the CEO. Aaron came to the TEAM, a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience in strategic and transformational leadership, serving local government and education sectors. Before joining the TEAM, Aaron was the Vice President and General Manager at Tyler Technologies (TYL), where he led one of Tyler’s fastest growing businesses, focused on delivering software and services that empower local governments to build thriving communities.
2023
EDGE Expanding Services
In 2023, EDGE was selected for a pilot program in Missouri serving 19,000 returning citizens from thirteen detention centers throughout the state. The intention of the initiative is to provide scalable, technology-enabled, secure work readiness programming for justice involved citizens to increase employment outcomes post release and ultimately reduce recidivism. EDGE was selected for similar “Returning Home” programs in Kentucky and Philadelphia, and the TEAM looks forward to expanding its reach for release programs throughout the country.
2022
Board of Directors
In 2022, Career TEAM announced a new nine-member Board of Directors to provide oversight and governance for enhanced distribution. Staff grew to over 300 employees with dedicated offices in 15 states. Corporate Headquarters remains in Connecticut while a National Sales Satellite Office was opened in Tampa, Florida. The company launched a new Career TEAM University with over 50 online short form courses, as well as a new Social Media/Marketing Department and a dedicated “Culture Club” to address internal training and keep company culture at the forefront.
2021
EDGE Milestone
In 2021, as Career EDGE continued to expand, it hit a big milestone of reaching over 500,000 users. The expansion of EDGE resulted in the software being used by schools, businesses and our direct service clients in over 20 states across the country.
2020
Innovation in Training
In 2020, the pandemic presented new challenges with a needed shift to online spaces which led to innovation and the beginning of Career TEAM University (CTU). During the pandemic, the TEAM would meet daily via Zoom to do professional development training that ended up going on for over 50 consecutive days. This led to the creation of CTU as a place to house the library of training materials for the TEAM. EDGE also innovated with the roll-out of its revolutionary Interview Simulation Trainer as part of the software menu that allows career seekers to sharpen their interview skills.
2019
Growth: Career TEAM Expands to the West Coast
In 2019, Career TEAM extended its services to the west coast by partnering with Workforce Central to serve Pierce County, Washington. Initially focusing on assisting adults, the organization later seized the chance to support dislocated workers through WIOA funding within the same year. The contract in Pierce County enables Career TEAM to offer WIOA services not only from a comprehensive One-Stop Center but also from Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM), creating a distinctive opportunity to serve military-involved communities at a deeper level.
2018
TEAM Growth
In 2018, Anthony Terlizzi joined the TEAM as a Chief Performance Officer. Anthony brought extensive Workforce Development expertise to the TEAM with a background in WIOA and TANF programs, overseeing large, multi-site workforce operations, particularly in New York City. After his success on the TEAM, Anthony was promoted to President of the Career TEAM Direct Services division and plays a key role in leading our TEAMs across the country.
2015
EDGE Education Services (EDU)
In 2015, Micaela Pearson, former National Sales Manager for McGraw-Hill, joined the TEAM as President of EDGE Education Services (EDU) and established an Education Headquarters in San Diego, California. With an initial focus on the Department of Education’s shift toward the gainful employment of graduates, Micaela’s decade of experience in higher education, coaching, and career development offered a unique vantage point that provided significant return on investment for students and school partners.
2012
Platform to Employment
In 2012, Career TEAM was contracted by The Workplace Inc/Platform to Employment (P2E) to create Career EDGE curriculum that would help individuals who had exhausted their unemployment benefits without finding work. The project yielded such positive results that it was featured in a CBS 60 Minutes segment that was seen by 18 million viewers. 60 Minutes depicted Career EDGE as a viable solution and for 6 weeks followed a piloted group of 100 long-term unemployed Americans; 75% of whom had found work after going through the program and utilizing Career EDGE.
2010
Career EDGE & Career TEAM HQ
In 2010, Chris Kuselias spearheaded the launch of Career EDGE, LLC (EDGE), to blend evolving technology with career guidance. Based on the initial success of EDGE, Chief Innovation Officer, Harrison Tonne, joined the TEAM with the task of converting the original print content into an online platform. The primary offering became a competency based learning management system (LMS) adopted by numerous schools and universities as their new Student Success course; while government agencies began offering EDGE access to their clients to help them in their employment journeys.
2007
Growth: Delaware
In 2007, Career TEAM continued its rapid growth by being awarded a TANF contract in Delaware. The new contract led to current Regional Director and Chief Service Delivery Officer, Dana Fenwick joining the TEAM. In the same year, Career TEAM opened its second Welfare to Work office in Wilmington, DE.
2004
Growth: DC
In 2004, Career TEAM was awarded a contract in our nation's capital, Washington, DC. The contract was Career TEAM’s first direct services contract from the Department of Human Services in Washington DC. This contract became a springboard for all future direct service contracts.
1998
Career TEAM Goes To The White House
In 1998, Career TEAM’s success in Connecticut got the attention of Congresswoman Rosa Delauro, a strong advocate for eradicating poverty. In turn, Career TEAM was invited to the White House to meet with President Clinton and a select group of consultants and employers to launch a welfare reform act and share best practices on the challenges of creating self-sufficiency for millions of Americans.
1997
Initial Success
In 1997, Career TEAM was named one of INC Magazine’s 500 Fastest Growing Privately Held Companies due to its rapid success. In the same year, the TEAM also earned the US Chamber of Commerce Blue Chip Enterprise Award for Innovation. The TEAM continued to grow in Connecticut as they sought to accelerate the human condition and help individuals reach self-sufficiency.
1996
Humble Beginnings
In 1996, Chris and Sue Kuselias TEAMed up to launch Career TEAM, LCC with a vision to assist hard-to-serve populations in a unique and compelling way. The duo began with a pilot program to serve 12 welfare clients; funded by the Connecticut Department of Social Services. Expansion came swiftly as Career TEAM was awarded government funded contracts in Bridgeport, New Haven, Hartford, New London and Waterbury. Over the next three years, staff grew to 100+ as the number of clients served expanded.
TEAM Growth - CEO Aaron Kelley
In 2024, Aaron Kelley joined the TEAM as the CEO. Aaron came to the TEAM, a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience in strategic and transformational leadership, serving local government and education sectors. Before joining the TEAM, Aaron was the Vice President and General Manager at Tyler Technologies (TYL), where he led one of Tyler’s fastest growing businesses, focused on delivering software and services that empower local governments to build thriving communities.
EDGE Expanding Services
In 2023, EDGE was selected for a pilot program in Missouri serving 19,000 returning citizens from thirteen detention centers throughout the state. The intention of the initiative is to provide scalable, technology-enabled, secure work readiness programming for justice involved citizens to increase employment outcomes post release and ultimately reduce recidivism. EDGE was selected for similar “Returning Home” programs in Kentucky and Philadelphia, and the TEAM looks forward to expanding its reach for release programs throughout the country.
Board of Directors
In 2022, Career TEAM announced a new nine-member Board of Directors to provide oversight and governance for enhanced distribution. Staff grew to over 300 employees with dedicated offices in 15 states. Corporate Headquarters remains in Connecticut while a National Sales Satellite Office was opened in Tampa, Florida. The company launched a new Career TEAM University with over 50 online short form courses, as well as a new Social Media/Marketing Department and a dedicated “Culture Club” to address internal training and keep company culture at the forefront.
EDGE Milestone
In 2021, as Career EDGE continued to expand, it hit a big milestone of reaching over 500,000 users. The expansion of EDGE resulted in the software being used by schools, businesses and our direct service clients in over 20 states across the country.
Innovation in Training
In 2020, the pandemic presented new challenges with a needed shift to online spaces which led to innovation and the beginning of Career TEAM University (CTU). During the pandemic, the TEAM would meet daily via Zoom to do professional development training that ended up going on for over 50 consecutive days. This led to the creation of CTU as a place to house the library of training materials for the TEAM. EDGE also innovated with the roll-out of its revolutionary Interview Simulation Trainer as part of the software menu that allows career seekers to sharpen their interview skills.
Growth: Career TEAM Expands to the West Coast
In 2019, Career TEAM extended its services to the west coast by partnering with Workforce Central to serve Pierce County, Washington. Initially focusing on assisting adults, the organization later seized the chance to support dislocated workers through WIOA funding within the same year. The contract in Pierce County enables Career TEAM to offer WIOA services not only from a comprehensive One-Stop Center but also from Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM), creating a distinctive opportunity to serve military-involved communities at a deeper level.
TEAM Growth
In 2018, Anthony Terlizzi joined the TEAM as a Chief Performance Officer. Anthony brought extensive Workforce Development expertise to the TEAM with a background in WIOA and TANF programs, overseeing large, multi-site workforce operations, particularly in New York City. After his success on the TEAM, Anthony was promoted to President of the Career TEAM Direct Services division and plays a key role in leading our TEAMs across the country.
EDGE Education Services (EDU)
In 2015, Micaela Pearson, former National Sales Manager for McGraw-Hill, joined the TEAM as President of EDGE Education Services (EDU) and established an Education Headquarters in San Diego, California. With an initial focus on the Department of Education’s shift toward the gainful employment of graduates, Micaela’s decade of experience in higher education, coaching, and career development offered a unique vantage point that provided significant return on investment for students and school partners.
Platform to Employment
In 2012, Career TEAM was contracted by The Workplace Inc/Platform to Employment (P2E) to create Career EDGE curriculum that would help individuals who had exhausted their unemployment benefits without finding work. The project yielded such positive results that it was featured in a CBS 60 Minutes segment that was seen by 18 million viewers. 60 Minutes depicted Career EDGE as a viable solution and for 6 weeks followed a piloted group of 100 long-term unemployed Americans; 75% of whom had found work after going through the program and utilizing Career EDGE.
Career EDGE & Career TEAM HQ
In 2010, Chris Kuselias spearheaded the launch of Career EDGE, LLC (EDGE), to blend evolving technology with career guidance. Based on the initial success of EDGE, Chief Innovation Officer, Harrison Tonne, joined the TEAM with the task of converting the original print content into an online platform. The primary offering became a competency based learning management system (LMS) adopted by numerous schools and universities as their new Student Success course; while government agencies began offering EDGE access to their clients to help them in their employment journeys.
Growth: Delaware
In 2007, Career TEAM continued its rapid growth by being awarded a TANF contract in Delaware. The new contract led to current Regional Director and Chief Service Delivery Officer, Dana Fenwick joining the TEAM. In the same year, Career TEAM opened its second Welfare to Work office in Wilmington, DE.
Growth: DC
In 2004, Career TEAM was awarded a contract in our nation's capital, Washington, DC. The contract was Career TEAM’s first direct services contract from the Department of Human Services in Washington DC. This contract became a springboard for all future direct service contracts.
Career TEAM Goes To The White House
In 1998, Career TEAM’s success in Connecticut got the attention of Congresswoman Rosa Delauro, a strong advocate for eradicating poverty. In turn, Career TEAM was invited to the White House to meet with President Clinton and a select group of consultants and employers to launch a welfare reform act and share best practices on the challenges of creating self-sufficiency for millions of Americans.
Initial Success
In 1997, Career TEAM was named one of INC Magazine’s 500 Fastest Growing Privately Held Companies due to its rapid success. In the same year, the TEAM also earned the US Chamber of Commerce Blue Chip Enterprise Award for Innovation. The TEAM continued to grow in Connecticut as they sought to accelerate the human condition and help individuals reach self-sufficiency.
Humble Beginnings
In 1996, Chris and Sue Kuselias TEAMed up to launch Career TEAM, LCC with a vision to assist hard-to-serve populations in a unique and compelling way. The duo began with a pilot program to serve 12 welfare clients; funded by the Connecticut Department of Social Services. Expansion came swiftly as Career TEAM was awarded government funded contracts in Bridgeport, New Haven, Hartford, New London and Waterbury. Over the next three years, staff grew to 100+ as the number of clients served expanded.