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For more information, please contact Angela Hoffman, executive director of the Martin Chamber Foundation, at 772-287-1088 ext. 111.
It’s a “N.E.W. Day” for Treasure Coast Workers
STUART — Martin and St. Lucie County workers gained new job skills and opportunities for fulfilling employment at the Martin Chamber Foundation’s first-ever N.E.W. Day event.
N.E.W. stands for Neighborhood Employment Workshop, and it’s the first of many free educational events planned throughout the Treasure Coast to focus on workforce development needs regionally.
A dozen unemployed and underemployed highly motivated professionals attended the N.E.W. Day program, which included a deep dive into job searching and interviewing skills the Martin Chamber Foundation career coaches.
The event is part of the nonprofit’s CareerConnect Martin program, which connects Martin and St. Lucie County residents with good-paying, full-time careers in local businesses. It’s a win-win effort that supports the local economy while making a difference in the lives of individuals.
“The participants of our event were excited to network with area businesses and gain the skills they needed to get hired at great jobs in their own community,” said Angela Hoffman, the executive director of the Martin Chamber Foundation. “This was different from a job fair in that everyone received action-oriented information to help them actually achieve their professional goals.”
Held in Hobe Sound, the event was underwritten by Treasure Coast Infrastructure (TCI)/Bismark Electric, Chapman School of Seamanship, the Business Development Board of Martin County, and Evergreen Private Care.
Participants enjoyed a workshop led by Career Coaches Gina Masters and Chris Ramiro, followed by presentations by area businesses and a catered lunch. Participants were then encouraged to apply to the full CareerConnect Martin program, which is underwritten in part by the Children’s Services Council of Martin County, the United Way of Martin County, and the Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties.
This program is free and open to anyone in Martin or St. Lucie Counties ready to uplevel their skills to earn a living wage through a fulfilling career. Area businesses can also apply to receive human resource support and free paid apprenticeships to fill vacancies.
To learn more about CareerConnect Martin, log on to martinchamberfoundation.org or call 772-287-1088 today.
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