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NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY (NIIT) PARTNERS WITH FLORIDA ORGANIZATIONS FOR SEMICONDUCTOR ACCELERATOR EVENT

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla., Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the National Institute for Innovation and Technology (NIIT) – the leader in developing the U.S. semiconductor talent pipeline through Registered Apprenticeships – will share insights on the national strategy to build that pipeline at the Securing Our Nation, Building the Future: Semiconductors, Nanotechnology, and Manufacturing Supply Chain Registered Apprenticeship Accelerator event.

Key Points: 
  • NIIT joins fellow workforce development leaders from the Florida Department of Education, CareerSource Brevard, FloridaMakes, and the Economic Development Commission of Florida's Space Coast from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Canaveral Port Authority.
  • The accelerator is timely, following a September announcement from Florida Governor Ron Desantis that $50 million will be dedicated to workforce development in the semiconductor industry, funded by FloridaCommerce and the Florida Department of Education.
  • NIIT's GAINS program provides participants the ability to "learn while they earn", positioning them for long-term employment in tech-related fields and advanced manufacturing.
  • For more information on NIIT and its programs, contact:
    Martha Ponge at the NIIT: [email protected]
    For more information about the accelerator event, contact:
    Melissa Byers at CareerSource Brevard: [email protected]

Charlotte County Wins Big with Top State Economic Development Award

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023
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This recognition, known as a "best in show" award, represents achievement across the state's economic development cities and counties.

Key Points: 
  • This recognition, known as a "best in show" award, represents achievement across the state's economic development cities and counties.
  • On top of the grand prize, Charlotte County also won two additional trophies:
    The county won the Innovation in Marketing award for its PCS to Charlotte County campaign, encouraging veterans and active military families transitioning from the military to choose Charlotte County as their "Permanent Change of Station."
  • Through collaborations with entities across the state, including CareerSource Southwest Florida, the Small Business Administration, Charlotte County Emergency Management, and the United Way of Charlotte County, the Charlotte County EDO navigated crises and persistently supported their community.
  • You can find information about the Charlotte County Economic Development Office on their website, www.Cleared4Takeoff.com , or by contacting Kay Tracy at (941)764-4944 or [email protected] .

SHRM National President & CEO to Keynote GOSHRM's Inaugural Mental Health Forum, January 24; GOSHRM Wins Two Awards for Community Impact on Opioid Crisis

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023
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ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Greater Orlando Society for Human Resource Management (GOSHRM) will host its first Mental Health Forum on Tuesday, January 24 at the Wyndham Orlando Resort and Conference Center in Kissimmee, FL. The Forum is "A Well-being Gut Check" for HR and medical professionals seeking best practices to tackle mental health challenges in today's stressful, post-pandemic workplace.

Key Points: 
  • GOSHRM's goal in presenting the Mental Health Forum is to provide increased awareness and support for mental health concerns plaguing the current workforce.
  • "There is a real hesitancy among the HR community to talk openly about these issues," said GOSHRM President, Pamela J. McGee, SHRM-SCP, PHR, MBA.
  • "Our Mental Health Forum is designed to help break the silence and create a workplace culture that supports those who struggle."
  • During his Keynote address, SHRM President and CEO, Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., SHRM-SCP, will talk about "Workplace Culture: Caring About the Whole Self."

Coastal Cloud Wins the EFI Entrepreneur and Job Growth Award

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Monday, December 19, 2022
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Palm Coast, Florida, USA, Dec. 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Coastal Cloud announced it has been recognized for excellence in digital transformation and innovation, contributing to job creation and economic sustainability.

Key Points: 
  • Palm Coast, Florida, USA, Dec. 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Coastal Cloud announced it has been recognized for excellence in digital transformation and innovation, contributing to job creation and economic sustainability.
  • Coastal Cloud credits this achievement in part to its unique business model and core principles which attract diverse talent resulting in a company of over 44% women, a statistic that breaks the mold in technology consulting.
  • For this innovative work, Coastal Cloud was awarded the EFI Entrepreneur and Job Growth Award during its most recent Board of Directors meeting in St. Augustine.
  • Founded in 2012, Coastal Cloud is a Salesforce Multi-Cloud Expert Partner providing consulting, implementation and managed services for businesses, nonprofits, and the public sector.

Destiny Family Office Founder Tom Ruggie Shares Perspective on "Fee-Based Everything" at InvestmentNews National RIA Summit

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022
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WINTER PARK, Fla., Nov. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Thomas H. Ruggie, ChFC, CFP, founder of Central-Florida-based Destiny Family Office, shared his perspective as a featured panelist at the annual InvestmentNews RIA Summit held recently in Boston.

Key Points: 
  • WINTER PARK, Fla., Nov. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Thomas H. Ruggie, ChFC, CFP, founder of Central-Florida-based Destiny Family Office, shared his perspective as a featured panelist at the annual InvestmentNews RIA Summit held recently in Boston.
  • "This Summit was the perfect forum in which to share with other advisors what I believe to be the greatest advantages of transitioning to a fee-based RIA platform," said Ruggie.
  • Destiny Family Office is a Destiny Wealth Partners firm that serves the complex needs of high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients and their multi-generational families.
  • Destiny Wealth Partners also conducts business under the names Destiny Family Office, Ruggie Wealth Management, and KCG Investment Advisory Services.

Generation USA and Alive Credit Union Partner for Credit Union Member Services Specialist Program

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Wednesday, November 9, 2022
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Nov. 09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Generation USA and the League of Southeastern Credit Unions and Affiliates have partnered with Alive Credit Union on Generation USA's Credit Union Member Services Specialist Program, part of the Southeastern Credit Union Foundation's (SECUF) Community Spark Program in Florida.

Key Points: 
  • JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Nov. 09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Generation USA and the League of Southeastern Credit Unions and Affiliates have partnered with Alive Credit Union on Generation USA's Credit Union Member Services Specialist Program, part of the Southeastern Credit Union Foundation's (SECUF) Community Spark Program in Florida.
  • Credit Union Member Services Specialists work at credit unions as video tellers, in-person tellers, or call center representatives.
  • They are responsible for providing exceptional member service through basic financial transitions and resolving member issues and requests.
  • "We are thrilled about the growth of the Southeastern Credit Union Foundation's Community Spark Program in Florida," exclaimed Samantha Beeler, President of the League of Southeastern Credit Unions.

Generation USA and 121 Financial Credit Union Partner for Credit Union Member Services Specialist Program

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Oct. 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Generation USA and the League of Southeastern Credit Unions and Affiliates have partnered with 121 Financial Credit Union on Generation USA's Credit Union Member Services Specialist Program, part of the Southeastern Credit Union Foundation's (SECUF) Community Spark Program in Florida.

Key Points: 
  • JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Oct. 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Generation USA and the League of Southeastern Credit Unions and Affiliates have partnered with 121 Financial Credit Union on Generation USA's Credit Union Member Services Specialist Program, part of the Southeastern Credit Union Foundation's (SECUF) Community Spark Program in Florida.
  • Credit Union Member Services Specialists work at credit unions as video tellers, in-person tellers, or call center representatives.
  • - David Marovich, President & CEO, 121 Financial Credit Union
    "We are thrilled about the growth of the Southeastern Credit Union Foundation's Community Spark Program in Florida," exclaimed Samantha Beeler, President of the League of Southeastern Credit Unions.
  • 121 Financial Credit Union (pronounced "One to One") provides personalized banking and financial services to its more than 45,000 members throughout the Jacksonville and North Florida region.

A New Tool For Workers Undergoing Career Change

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Thursday, August 11, 2022
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The first-of-its-kind software product will help job seekers in the greater Gainesville area leverage the power of data visualization highlighting in-demand skills and job market trends, tailored to their career area and location.

Key Points: 
  • The first-of-its-kind software product will help job seekers in the greater Gainesville area leverage the power of data visualization highlighting in-demand skills and job market trends, tailored to their career area and location.
  • "With two user inputs: location and job title, users get an instant snapshot of ways to gain competitive advantage in the market through upskilling, transferable career options and job postings trends," he added.
  • CareerSource North Central Florida is the region's one-stop for job searches, career support and training.
  • CareerSource North Central Floridais a member of CareerSource Florida and a proud partner of the American Job Center network.

'Future of Work Florida' Invites All to Embrace Career and Technical Education

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Tuesday, June 28, 2022
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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. , June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Florida Chamber Foundation and Florida Department of Education launched the Future of Work Florida -- a new initiative to galvanize support for Career and Technical Education (CTE) among businesses, parents, grandparents and students. Florida is fortunate to have a thriving economy; however, this comes at the cost of more jobs looking for people than people looking for jobs. Our workforce needs are significant but there is a solution: encourage more Floridians to embrace Career and Technical Education as a fast, affordable path to a growing variety of high-wage, high-demand careers.

Key Points: 
  • Our workforce needs are significant but there is a solution: encourage more Floridians to embrace Career and Technical Education as a fast, affordable path to a growing variety of high-wage, high-demand careers.
  • That was the key message at Tuesday's kickoff of Future of Work Floridaat the 2022 Florida Learners to Earners Workforce Solution Summit in Tampa.
  • Florida's job creators must unite with workforce education organizations to create complete career awareness for our future workforce."
  • Future of Work Floridais an aligned, multi-year effort by the Florida Chamber Foundation and the Florida Department of Education.

TalentGro uses Registered Apprenticeships to enhance state-level economies in Kansas and Florida.

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Wednesday, June 22, 2022
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Franklin, TN, June 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The States of Kansas and Florida have both awarded grants to Hamilton-Rykers workforce division, TalentGro, to help expand Registered Apprenticeships at the state level.

Key Points: 
  • Franklin, TN, June 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The States of Kansas and Florida have both awarded grants to Hamilton-Rykers workforce division, TalentGro, to help expand Registered Apprenticeships at the state level.
  • The purpose of this grant is to catalyze or build upon existing strategies to expand and diversify Registered Apprenticeship opportunities in Kansas using an innovative intermediary model.
  • The goal is to increase the number and diversity of Registered Apprenticeship employers/sponsors and programs, as well as the number of Apprentices in the state.
  • The goal of the program is to encourage and assist businesses in establishing apprenticeships and educating individuals about pursuing careers through apprenticeships.