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McCann School of Business & Technology in Lewisburg to Launch CDL: Class A Tractor-Trailer Training Program

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023
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LEWISBURG, Pa., Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The McCann School of Business & Technology at Lewisburg, a part of the Ancora network of vocational schools and a leading workforce training provider, is set to launch a Commercial Drivers License (CDL): Class A tractor-trailer training program September 18, 2023, that will prepare students to sit for the exam to obtain a CDL. Obtaining a Class A Commercial Driver's License allows for a career in heavy haul and tractor-trailer truck driving.

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  • LEWISBURG, Pa., Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The McCann School of Business & Technology at Lewisburg , a part of the Ancora network of vocational schools and a leading workforce training provider, is set to launch a Commercial Drivers License (CDL): Class A tractor-trailer training program September 18, 2023, that will prepare students to sit for the exam to obtain a CDL.
  • Obtaining a Class A Commercial Driver's License allows for a career in heavy haul and tractor-trailer truck driving.
  • "We are thrilled to add the CDL Class A Tractor-Trailer program at our campus and for our local community," said Jessica Rohrbach, Executive Director at McCann Lewisburg.
  • The CDL: Class A Tractor-Trailer program offers a balance between classroom learning and on-the-road training to prepare participants for the Commercial Driver licensing exam.

BCT-Bank of Charles Town Appoints Krystle Burkhart as Commercial Business Development Officer for the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia

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Friday, April 7, 2023
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CHARLES TOWN, W.Va., April 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- (OTC:PTBS) – BCT-Bank of Charles Town, also known as The Community's Bank, recently announced the appointment of Krystle Burkhart to the position of Commercial Business Development Officer.

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  • CHARLES TOWN, W.Va., April 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- (OTC:PTBS) – BCT-Bank of Charles Town, also known as The Community's Bank, recently announced the appointment of Krystle Burkhart to the position of Commercial Business Development Officer.
  • Ms. Burkhart will be responsible for acquiring new commercial clients and developing stronger relationships with current commercial clients.
  • She will report to Aaron Howell, Senior Vice President and Community Banking Executive and focus on the Eastern Panhandle region of West Virginia.
  • "We are excited to have Krystle join our Eastern Panhandle team," stated Raymond Goodrich, EVP and Chief Lending Officer.

Ancora Creates First-Ever Graduate Of The Year Award Program

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023
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ARLINGTON, Texas, Feb. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ancora developed its first Graduate of The Year program to honor outstanding former students across the country for their academic excellence and postgraduate achievements. The rigorous selection process consisted of nominations submitted by campus leaders, multiple letters of recommendation, civic and community service activities, and current status in the workforce.

Key Points: 
  • ARLINGTON, Texas, Feb. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ancora developed its first Graduate of The Year program to honor outstanding former students across the country for their academic excellence and postgraduate achievements.
  • Our goal is to be an industry leader in upskilling and reskilling... and prepare students for new career opportunities.
  • "Our goal is to be an industry leader in upskilling and reskilling and as a result, prepare students for new career opportunities.
  • Each of the campuses that fall under the Ancora umbrella will have the opportunity to submit graduates for consideration.

Ancora Training Selected by Amazon as an Education Partner for Career Choice Program For Fifth Year

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Wednesday, January 25, 2023
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ARLINGTON,  Texas, Jan. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ancora Education announced it has been selected as an education partner for Amazon's Career Choice program, providing Amazon's hourly employees access to education and upskilling opportunities in transportation and logistics, allied health, IT support, and skilled and professional trades. This is the fifth year Ancora Education has been accepted to provide education and training since 2018.

Key Points: 
  • Amazon's Career Choice program is an education benefit that empowers employees to learn new skills for career success at Amazon or elsewhere.
  • Amazon's Career Choice program has a rigorous selection process for third-party partner educators, choosing partners that are focused on helping employees through their education programs, assisting them with job placements, and overall offering education that leads to career success.
  • "We're pleased to retain Ancora Training as an education partner for Career Choice, adding to the hundreds of best-in-class offerings available to our employees," said Tammy Thieman, Global Program Lead of Amazon's Career Choice program.
  • Today, over 100,000 Amazon employees around the world have participated in Career Choice and we've seen first-hand how it can transform their lives."

Ancora Education Named One of the "Top Companies for Women to Work for in Transportation" by Women in Trucking Association

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Monday, November 21, 2022
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DALLAS, Nov. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ancora Education was recently named as one of the 2022 "Top Companies for Women to Work for in Transportation" by the Women in Trucking Association (WIT), a nonprofit organization working to bring gender diversity to the transportation industry. Ancora was recognized at the WIT Accelerate! Conference & Expo November 13-16 in Dallas.

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  • We need to change that statistic
    "Women are breaking barriers and redefining roles in transportation, yet women only account for 10% of the nation's drivers.
  • We need to change that statistic," said Natalie Williams, Vice President of Operations at Ancora Education.
  • Our goal at Ancora Education is to foster an environment where women can thrive, network, and hone their skills.
  • Since 2018, WIT has promoted the accomplishments of companies focused on recruitment and retention of women in the trucking industry with the "Top Companies for Women to Work for in Transportation" award.

Ancora Education's Network Schools Recognized by Accreditation Agency with School of Distinction, Excellence in Student Services, and Graduate of the Year Awards

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Monday, October 10, 2022
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Our commitment to our students is what drives us," said Bill Nance, CEO of Ancora Education.

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  • Our commitment to our students is what drives us," said Bill Nance, CEO of Ancora Education.
  • To earn the ACCSC School of Distinction Award, schools like STVT-MA demonstrated a commitment to the expectations and rigors of ACCSC accreditation and delivered valuable educational programs for students and graduates.
  • "Through this award, ACCSC recognizes the school's hard work and dedication to promoting student excellence and fostering a school community committed to ACCSC best practices and student achievement.
  • BTI's program was also recognized for its support of the school's mission and enhancement of student achievement outcomes.

Ancora Education Launches Low-Cost College Tuition Initiative to Help Individuals and Families Improve Their Lives Through Education

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Tuesday, May 3, 2022
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CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To help improve the lives of individuals and families living in the communities it serves, Ancora Education has launched a new low-cost tuition program that provides a 50% discount on its online college program offerings to employees who work for companies participating in Ancora's Preferred Employer Partnership program. Employees and their immediate family members have access to the reduced rate through Miller-Motte College, which is part of the Ancora Education network of post-secondary education schools. The program is of no cost to employers and is only available for online programs.

Key Points: 
  • Employees and their immediate family members have access to the reduced rate through Miller-Motte College, which is part of the Ancora Education network of post-secondary education schools.
  • "Because we know firsthand at Ancora Education what a post-secondary education can mean to a family, this initiative is so important.
  • Students working for an Ancora Preferred Employer Partner will have access to hands-on training and educational classes at half the cost through Ancora Education's Miller-Motte College brand of post-secondary education schools.
  • Employees and their immediate family members have an opportunity to improve their lives through education at a reduced cost they can afford.

Ancora Education Partners with Amazon's Career Choice Program to Provide Education and Training to Amazon Employees

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Thursday, April 21, 2022
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ARLINGTON, Texas, April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- According to a Gallup survey commissioned by Amazon, 48% of American workers would switch to a new job if offered skills training opportunities and 65% of workers believe employer-provided upskilling is very important when evaluating a potential new job. Recognizing the importance of upskilling as a powerful retention and recruitment tool, in 2019 Amazon's Career Choice program partnered with Ancora Education to provide its hourly employees access to the technical, hands-on training and classroom education courses they value in an employer.

Key Points: 
  • Amazon's Career Choice program is an education benefit that empowers employees to learn new skills for career success at Amazon or elsewhere.
  • "We're committed to empowering our employees by providing them access to the education and training they need to grow their careers, whether that's with us or elsewhere," said Tammy Thieman, Global Program Lead of Amazon's Career Choice program.
  • "We are glad to have Ancora Education as an education partner so we may continue to offer best-in-class training to our employees."
  • Amazon's Career Choice program has a rigorous selection process for third-party partner educators like Ancora, choosing partners that are focused on helping employees through their education programs, assisting them with job placements, and overall offering education that leads to career success.

Ancora Education Partners with Amazon's Career Choice Program in Providing Amazon Employees Additional Education and Training

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Tuesday, April 19, 2022
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PHOENIX, April 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- According to a Gallup survey commissioned by Amazon, 48% of American workers would switch to a new job if offered skills training opportunities and 65% of workers believe employer-provided upskilling is very important when evaluating a potential new job. Recognizing the importance of upskilling as a powerful retention and recruitment tool, in 2019 Amazon's Career Choice program partnered with Ancora Education to provide its hourly employees access to technical, hands-on training and classroom education courses.

Key Points: 
  • Amazon's Career Choice program is an education benefit that empowers employees to learn new skills for career success at Amazon or elsewhere.
  • "We're committed to empowering our employees by providing them access to the education and training they need to grow their careers, whether that's with us or elsewhere," said Tammy Thieman, Global Program Lead of Amazon's Career Choice program.
  • "We are glad to have Ancora Education as an education partner so we may continue to offer best-in-class training to our employees."
  • Amazon's Career Choice program has a rigorous selection process for third-party partner educators like Ancora, choosing partners that are focused on helping employees through their education programs, assisting them with job placements, and overall offering education that leads to career success.

Ancora Helps Companies and Colleges to Address the Driver Shortage

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Monday, February 14, 2022
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ARLINGTON, Texas, Feb. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ancora Education is doing its part to help ease the national shortage of professional truck drivers.

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  • ARLINGTON, Texas, Feb. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ancora Education is doing its part to help ease the national shortage of professional truck drivers.
  • Over the last year, Ancora has partnered with community colleges to launch successful CDL Class A training programs, and with Fortune 100 companies and government agencies to deliver CDL training for employees.
  • Every year, trucks move nearly $800 billion in gross freight revenue, representing more than 80.4% of the nation's freight.
  • With a team of qualified instructors at the forefront, Ancora trains individuals how to safely operate and maintain tractor trailer vehicles.