Career Seeker 2 -1
Emily, an Information Technology analyst, faced an unexpected layoff. With support from the American Job Center in Wheeling, COMNet Group, and the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, Emily successfully completed an IT Management program, becoming a Certified Scrum Master, and earning over $100k.
Career Seeker 2 – 2
Kenneth has always loved driving, so the decision to pursue a Commercial Driver’s License was easy. Dutch Farms, a local Chicagoland poultry supplier, welcomed Kenneth a week after he finished his training and obtained his license. Kenneth’s achievements have made a generational impact – his own son now attends 160 Driving Academy and is working […]
Career Seekers 2 – 3
A customer came to the American Job Center in Maywood in need of employment. He found out about the programs available to help him upgrade his skills and further his education. Upon completion of an Informational Technology Management training, he entered a career and is now working as an Electronic Technician earning a competitive salary […]
Career Seekers 2 – 4
A customer came to the American Job Center at Daley College after being laid off from her job where she had a management role. She decided to pursue a certification in Project Management. She passed the state exam, obtained her certification, and secured a managerial position at Rush University Medical Center, earning close to $100,000 […]
Employer 2
The Partnership’s Hospitality & Tourism Sector partnered with Illinois Hospitality and Lodging Association for a Hospitality hiring event at the Swissotel. This event brought 15 hotels together in one place to interview talent so that the employers could fill their staffing needs. Fifty career seekers attended and many interviewed with more than one hotel, for […]
Employer 1
SmasHotels participated in a Hospitality Hiring Event hosted by Illinois Hotel & Lodging Association and The Partnership’s Hospitality & Tourism Sector Center. SmasHotels found many talented staff members at this event. Tina Beverly, VP of Human Resources for SmasHotels, has successfully used The Partnership’s business, on-the-job training, and customized training tools.
Career 4
Bennetta M. found her path to a career in the culinary arts through the Chicago Federation of Labor’s Dislocated Worker program and The Partnership’s Hospitality & Tourism Sector Center’s Career Enrichment Program, crediting her success to their training and support. She is excited to be living her dream at one of Chicago’s best restaurants, The […]
Career 3
After being unexpectedly laid off, Emily T. used support from an American Job Center and Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act funding to refresh her IT skills and became a Certified Scrum Master. Less than a year later she secured a Solutions Architect Technical Project Manager role at Hyatt Hotels, earning over $100k annually while working […]
Career 2
After losing his job as a Credit Analyst, Daniel F. sought guidance from a Career Coach in The Partnership’s network. While hesitant at first, he ultimately embraced training and resources that helped him secure a Senior Operation Analyst position at Navistar. His journey highlights the importance of resilience and actively pursuing opportunities.
Career 1
Sharrita M., a single parent of four, burnt out by a long line of short-term jobs, found her way to a stable career by connecting with The Partnership’s network and enrolling in a Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act funded CNA program. With career coaching and job placement support, she now works full-time as a Certified […]