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Rockford/Belvidere/Freeport,IL
Joined May 2011
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#Gratitude to Gina Caronna from @WorkforceTWC for guidance and leadership at the Choose #Aerospace #AviationMaintenance Regional Outreach Briefing at the @AARCORP hangars out at @FlyRFD. #Education is transformational. #DoingitRight #WeAARaviation
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Replying to @ILHumanServices
@ILHumanServices, in partnership with DCEO, is offering $15M in #RebuildIllinois capital grants for non-profits who provide important services in their communities. Deadline to apply is 12/30. Learn more: CapitalGrant.tecsinc.com
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The Illinois Department of Employment Security said it processed more than 1.2 million claims for unemployment benefits since March 1, 12 times the load the agency handled during the same period in 2019. to.wttw.com/2TpUfyk
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"Goodwill is now offering employment to those in need of a second chance. The program will benefit young adults looking for a job after being in the legal system." @GoodwillNIL wrex.com/news/top-stories/go…
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Do you want to learn more about how to become an #apprentice? Submit your info or question on #ApprenticeshipIL to be contacted about getting started in a program near you: ow.ly/fK4w50HbrXP
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In partnership with @ChicagoState & @ChiUrbanLeague, DCEO has launched the 1st Black Business Survey to gain direct perspective from business owners in order to strengthen the programs & resources offered through the Department. We need your input! bit.ly/3jCSRp5
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Today @GovPritzker joined @AARCORP, & @united to announce a $2.6M grant to @WorkforceTWC geared towards aviation Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) training. Partnering with @rvcgoldeneagles & @FlyRFD, AAR will add 50 new apprentices to their MRO program bit.ly/3DpB9wX
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Before your business lays off employees due to decline in sales, check if #WorkShareIL program could help keep employees retained but reducing their hours. Employees receive weekly unemployment benefits to cover lost wages. Learn more on @IllinoisIDES: ow.ly/QVUG50Fjak2
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One of the best ways to get an interview, and a job offer, is to network with people in your career field or pathway. Explore #ILworkNet for guidance on how to make the most of your networking experience. ow.ly/WeUr50FxW2J
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Calling on community orgs to take on a leadership role to help more businesses in underserved areas with claiming a share of $1.5B in recovery funds announced in the State's budget. For more info & the app: bit.ly/3fcy8oW DCEO webinar 6/7 at 2pm: bit.ly/3wZCNlE
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Heather Kelley from Rockford SBDC will be a guest speaker at Greater Freeport Partnership Lunch & Learn. Register here: ow.ly/sxze50EpKaT
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Digital Advertising Basics ​April 15, 2021 / 11 am Virtual Classroom Register here: ow.ly/ek2g50EiaD2 We’ll cover the basics from a strategic standpoint and how digital advertising should be a strong component of your business marketing plan.
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Are you looking for a job in Manufacturing? Attend the Metro Staff Virtual Job Fair on October 20th at 2:00 pm to find out how you can apply for one of their 100 job openings in Loves Park, Illinois! Register here: ow.ly/2aHG50BURMC
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Attention laid off workers, in just a few weeks you can receive online training about high demand skills that can land you the job you are looking for. Get started today: ow.ly/9T2u50A9G3I
Replying to @puffer_flnance
@IllinoisDCEO webinar for Business Interruption Grants Program (BIG). - minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans Tues, June 30, at 10 a.m. Register below. ow.ly/PJGT50Aj6Pm
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Thank you to Tasha Hunter and @workforcecnnect for an overview of the skills one needs when seeking employment. These tips will pay off at our career day in March. 🤝✍️💻 – at Rockford, IL
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Monday marked the first ever all girls Rollin' Strong meeting. We're so excited for these young women to build relationships with the bike repair mentors, while learning the skills that come with it. Thanks to @KegelsBikes and @RockfordPD for supporting this wonderful program.
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Illinois has 327 federal #OpportunityZones, encouraging investment in underserved areas by providing capital gains tax incentives for investors. Visit illinoisopportunityzones.org… to see where they are. @IllinoisDCEO
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Interested in a career in #aviation or simply curious to see the inside of an aircraft maintenance hangar? Come to our #MRO open house in #Rockford Tuesday, Dec. 10, 4-6 p.m. to tour the facility & meet the #BestTeaminAviation. There will be appetizers, refreshments and a raffle!
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Today is National #Cake Day! Speaking of which, did you know creating a #resume on #ILworkNet is a piece of cake? All you need to do is visit us to get started using the Resume Builder! We are here to help during your #job search: illinoisworknet.com/