Professional Development Center Graduates Fly High Despite Obstacles
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Flying High celebrated 38 people with a new purpose Thursday. Certifications included welding, carpentry, certified nurses aid and chemical dependency counselor. READ MORE
Local, State Leaders Highlight Economic Growth, Challenges
HOWLAND TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Ohio is now fifth in the country for top states to do business with, according to CNBC. Drew Cooper, director of government affairs and external engagement at JobsOhio, said that was not always the case. READ MORE
Helping Substance Abusers Become Workers
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Employers struggling to fill open positions are partnering with agencies on substance abuse issues so they can retain and hire qualified workers. Providers of employee assistance programs (EAPs) in the Mahoning Valley say demand for their services has increased in recent years. READ MORE
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Thrive Mahoning Valley Earns National Award
A Mahoning Valley group that works to connect new and existing residents to opportunities received an award to aid its effort from two national nonprofits. READ MORE
Lake to River Event Focuses on Resources for Employers
The Regional Talent Summit educated business leaders about the resources available to grow, retain and support their workforces. READ MORE
Regional Chamber Receives $100K Grant From PNC Foundation
The workforce development grant aims to help remove barriers to employment and connect more residents with job opportunities. READ MORE
Finding Workers Who Are Up to the Task
Joel Ellks moves among the machines at Afterburner FX, checking to ensure they’re set up to perform well. READ MORE
Choffin Unveils New Advanced Manufacturing Lab
Students attending Choffin Career & Technical Center now have the opportunity to pursue credentials that could prepare them for careers in advanced manufacturing. READ MORE
Efforts Address the Child Care Barrier
Brooke Murray of Austintown works at a Canfield salon, trying to build up her clientele as a makeup artist. What she really wants to do though, is real estate – and to work more. READ MORE
Ohio Job Growth Spurs Call for Training
Khaz Finley, outreach manager with the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland, said that according to JobsOhio, northeast Ohio is expecting a 3% increase in jobs between 2020 and 2030, which translates to 60,337 jobs. READ MORE