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Career TEAM is excited to announce our participation in the 27th Annual Texas Workforce Conference in Grapevine Texas next week! This event brings together workforce professionals, employers, and educators to discuss innovative strategies for workforce development. Make sure to stop by our booth to learn more about our unique service delivery approaches and our cutting edge software platform, Career EDGE! We look forward to engaging with industry leaders, sharing insights, and exploring new opportunities to enhance our services. See you next week in Texas! #TexasWorkforceConference #CareerTEAM #WorkforceDevelopment

This past week, we celebrated our annual Career TEAM Awards, and we are excited to celebrate all of our award winners in the coming weeks! First we have Kim Seng, winner of the 2024 Culture Hero Award! Career TEAM’s Core Values are at the forefront of our work and have been part of our culture since their formalization in 2011. As a company, we pride ourselves on our culture and this award recognizes someone who embodies all of Career TEAM’s 8 Core Values on a daily basis! Kim is a Career Advisor on our Orange County, California TEAM and is a true Culture Hero! In one of Kim’s nominations, a TEAMer wrote, "Kim is the best candidate for the Culture Hero Award because she represents the passion, the team spirit, and the WOW in our work. She routinely seeks opportunities to brighten everyone's day, through being joyous and welcoming everyone with a smile. She makes work feel like a real second family, living up to Career TEAM's Family Values and making work feel like a place you want to come into every day. Her personality is a true exhibition of bringing the WOW to work!" Congratulations Kim! You truly embody all our Core Values daily and we are so honored to have you on our TEAM! #Winner #CareerTEAMAwards #CultureAward #EmployeeAppreciation

?? Career TEAM at the National Association of Workforce Development Professionals (NAWDP) 25th Annual Youth Symposium! ?? Career TEAM was thrilled to join this year’s dynamic event in Phoenix, AZ! ???? As an exhibitor and presenter, we were able to engage with passionate workforce professionals and shared innovative strategies. “Training Youth for Human Jobs in an AI World," presented by Chief Innovation Officer Harrison Tonne, focused on preparing youth for the evolving workforce. "EDGEucation Revolution: Next-Gen Youth Outreach and Retention," led by Vice President of Direct Services Maxine Chieng, highlighted innovative strategies to engage and retain youth in workforce programs. Both sessions sparked lively discussions and highlighted the shared commitment to shaping the future of workforce development. A huge thank you to NAWDP’s outstanding team for organizing such an impactful event! See you at NAWDP’s Annual Conference in Virginia Beach next May! The future is YOUth! Anthony Terlizzi Maxine C. Harrison Tonne

Career TEAM was proud to attend “Our Future Workforce: Together We Thrive”, hosted by the Washington Workforce Association in Tacoma, WA, as a Silver Sponsor! Our booth was buzzing with conversations about how we’re partnering with job seekers and organizations to create pathways to quality jobs in Washington State. Highlights included powerful presentations by our TEAMers: James Hughes, Regional Director, joined a thought-provoking panel on Advancing Economic Inclusion, discussing the transformative impact of the Community Reinvestment Plan. Michael Buchanan shared impactful strategies in the session on Stabilization Training and Employment Programs, focusing on empowering individuals for long-term success. Carly Holak co-presented on Empowering Resilience, offering a trauma-informed approach for frontline workforce professionals. Thank you to WWA for hosting this incredible event and to everyone who stopped by to connect with us. Together, we’re building a stronger, more inclusive workforce for the future! #WorkforceDevelopment #CareerTEAM #EmpoweringResilience #TraumaInformedCare

?? Success Story Spotlight: Tonya! ?? Tonya came to Career TEAM in December 2023 facing significant challenges. She was unhoused, unemployed, and reliant on others for transportation. Despite those circumstances, Tonya's determination and resilience sparked a remarkable journey! Tonya worked with her Career Advisor, Samantha Bradford on job readiness skills such as resume building so that she would be prepared for the job market. In January 2024, Tonya became employed at the Chamber of Commerce. This opportunity, supported by WIOA funds, allowed her to gain valuable on-the-job experience while earning an income. Since then, Tonya’s life has transformed. She secured an apartment, transportation, and dedicated herself to learning all about the operations of the Chamber. Tonya has since become an integral part of the team, assisting with event planning, social media management, and membership services. Now, we are thrilled to celebrate Tonya’s latest achievement of obtaining a full-time position as the Chamber’s Executive Assistant/Office Manager! This success wouldn’t have been possible without the support of WIOA funds and her Career Advisor, Samantha! Her story is a testament to the power of determination, community support, and the right resources. Congratulations, Tonya! We are so proud of your incredible progress and excited for your bright future. ?? #SuccessStory #CareerTEAM #WIOA #TransformingLives #CommunityImpact #HardWorkPaysOff

Career TEAM's Micaela Pearson had an incredible experience attending the Missouri Reentry Conference this month! It was inspiring to connect with leaders dedicated to supporting individuals on their reentry journey. A special shout out to our partner Kardell Sims for sharing his impactful insights and to our DOC partner Alex Earls for his collaboration and support. Together, we're making strides toward meaningful change and brighter futures!? #MissouriReentryConference #CareerTEAM #ReentrySupport #Collaboration

Career TEAM is looking forward to participating in the 25th Annual NAWDP Youth Symposium, taking place November 18-20th, in Phoenix, AZ! Make sure to stop by our booth to learn more about our innovative strategies for serving youth and young adults across the country! Additionally, you won’t want to miss these sessions presented by our TEAMers: ??Training Youth for Human Jobs in an AI World ?? Tuesday, November 19th, 2:30-3:30 PM in Phoenix E Join Career TEAM’s Harrison Tonne to explore how Career EDGE prepares today’s youth for an AI-enhanced workforce. Dive into practical approaches for supporting the next generation by combining purpose, tech innovation, and community. Discover how we can help youth leverage their unique strengths in a world transformed by AI. ??EDGEucation Revolution: Next-Gen Youth Outreach and Retention ?? Wednesday, November 20th, 8:30-9:30 AM in Encanto B Led by Maxine Chieng, Robert Boone, and Kristin Howard, this session focuses on transforming youth engagement using Career EDGE. Learn about data-driven, personalized outreach strategies bridging rural and urban communities, designed to increase retention and foster meaningful impact for young individuals entering the workforce. We look forward to connecting with you and advancing youth workforce programs across the country! #NAWDPYouthSymposium #CareerTEAM #YouthEmpowerment #WorkforceDevelopment #CareerEDGE #InnovativeSolutions

Celebrating CSPEN's 10th Anniversary! Last month, we had the pleasure of connecting with our incredible education partners in Phoenix to celebrate CSPEN's ten-year milestone! A big thank you to CSPEN for the opportunity to share insights on employer engagement strategies and explore ways to support returning citizens through workforce education. Together, we’re building stronger pathways to success. Here's to continued collaboration and impactful change! #CSPEN #CareerTEAM #EducationPartners #WorkforceDevelopment #EmployerEngagement

Honoring Native American Heritage Month! This November, Career TEAM celebrates the rich cultures, histories, and invaluable contributions of Native American and Indigenous communities. We stand in recognition of their resilience, innovation, and enduring heritage, which shapes the fabric of our nation every day. Let's take this time to reflect, learn, and honor the diverse traditions that Native American and Indigenous communities bring to our world! #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #CareerTEAM #CelebrateDiversity