Workforce development

Edmonton Unlimited Receives $3 Million in Federal Funding to Establish the City's Newest Innovation Destination and Expand Inclusive Programming for Local Entrepreneurs

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023
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“Inclusive innovation is at the heart of all we do,” said Edmonton Unlimited CEO Catherine Warren.

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  • “Inclusive innovation is at the heart of all we do,” said Edmonton Unlimited CEO Catherine Warren.
  • Inclusive program expansion for innovation, business growth, and Indigenous entrepreneurship
    $1 million is allocated to expand Edmonton Unlimited's programs and services across diverse sectors.
  • As Edmonton's newest innovation destination, Edmonton Unlimited hosts various live community engagements, partner events and programming, and international collaborations attracting diverse entrepreneurs and industry sectors.
  • We are excited to participate and share in the futures Edmonton Unlimited is instigating.”
    Edmonton Unlimited is open to Edmonton's innovation communities.

U.S. e-Learning Market Worth ~$170 Billion by 2030: Share Analysis of End-users, Technologies, and Providers Unveiled - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, August 28, 2023
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The United States E-Learning Market is experiencing significant growth and is expected to reach USD 169.98 billion by 2030.

Key Points: 
  • The United States E-Learning Market is experiencing significant growth and is expected to reach USD 169.98 billion by 2030.
  • The United States E-learning market is segmented based on various factors:
    Academic Segment: The academic sector holds the largest market share in the United States e-learning industry.
  • Online Learning: Online e-learning commands the highest market share, offering diverse courses, certifications, and degree programs accessible remotely.
  • In summary, the United States e-learning market is experiencing substantial growth due to its impact on education, workforce development, and advancements in technology.

Center for Energy Workforce Development Launches Energy Industry Fundamentals 2.0

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Monday, August 28, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Center for Energy Workforce Development (CEWD) announced the launch of its new Energy Industry Fundamentals 2.0 program (EIF 2.0), a 120-hour curriculum that educates high school and technical school students about energy and careers within the industry. Alongside industry educators and representatives from energy businesses, CEWD worked to modernize the long-established EIF curriculum to ensure the preparedness of a skilled, diverse energy workforce. The program aims to provide expanded energy education to 500,000 students over the next 10 years.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Center for Energy Workforce Development (CEWD) announced the launch of its new Energy Industry Fundamentals 2.0 program (EIF 2.0), a 120-hour curriculum that educates high school and technical school students about energy and careers within the industry.
  • Alongside industry educators and representatives from energy businesses, CEWD worked to modernize the long-established EIF curriculum to ensure the preparedness of a skilled, diverse energy workforce.
  • "The energy industry is rapidly growing and evolving to support the clean energy future.
  • EIF 2.0 was created in partnership with CEWD's energy and community educators: Center Point Energy, Constellation, Duke Energy, Exelon, National Urban League, and PSEG.

UK King’s Daughters Health System Partners with NAHQ to Standardize Quality Competencies of the Workforce

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Thursday, August 17, 2023
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The National Association for Healthcare Quality ® (NAHQ) is pleased to announce its collaboration with the University of Kentucky’s (UK) King’s Daughters Health System , based in Ashland, Kentucky, to accomplish quality standardization with the assistance of its Workforce Accelerator ®solution.

Key Points: 
  • The National Association for Healthcare Quality ® (NAHQ) is pleased to announce its collaboration with the University of Kentucky’s (UK) King’s Daughters Health System , based in Ashland, Kentucky, to accomplish quality standardization with the assistance of its Workforce Accelerator ®solution.
  • Standardizing competencies across roles and responsibilities in healthcare quality is key to reducing variability in care delivery and improving patient outcomes.
  • I want to use Workforce Accelerator to help create development plans after review of each participant’s assessment, so that we can build a high-functioning quality program at UK King’s Daughters Health,” said Mashekia Jones-Slack, vice president of quality for UK King’s Daughters Health System.
  • To learn more about the value of standardizing quality and safety competencies in healthcare, download NAHQ’s “Healthcare Quality and Safety Workforce Report, New Imperatives for Quality and Safety Mean New Imperatives for Workforce Development,” and other NAHQ Intelligence assets at Insights - NAHQ .

Workforce Development, Education and Recruitment Pilot Program Expands Candidate Access to Hourly Positions

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Friday, August 18, 2023
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CHARLESTON, Tenn., Aug. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Wacker Chemical Company, with operations here, is honoring hourly team members enrolled in the company's novel technical operations program (TOP). This innovative recruiting program is a strategic initiative developed by Wacker-Charleston's Human Resources (HR) Training and Development Department to broaden the pool to identify career-oriented candidates without high school diplomas to fill hourly roles within the company. The company pays TOP trainees while they attend classes to prepare for the HiSET™ program for high school equivalency testing to earn their high school diplomas.

Key Points: 
  • "The TOP program is a genuine win-win, providing Wacker with great employees and new career opportunities not previously available for members of our community.
  • Cleveland State Community College's Workforce Development program trains over 500 people each year, many of whom do not have a high school diploma.
  • "Wacker-Charleston's TOPs program is made possible by partnering with Cleveland State's Adult Education Program and serves as a model for employers throughout the state in meeting education and workforce training needs."
  • And, through the strong collaboration with Randstad and our adult education partners: Cleveland State Community College Adult Education Program and the Tennessee Department of Labor & Workforce Development Adult Education Program, this initiative is a trifecta for our company, our TOPs program team members, and society."

WEC Energy Group's Corporate Responsibility Report highlights sustainable progress for an enduring enterprise

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Wednesday, August 9, 2023
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MILWAUKEE, Aug. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- WEC Energy Group (NYSE: WEC) today released its 2022 Corporate Responsibility Report.

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  • MILWAUKEE, Aug. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- WEC Energy Group (NYSE: WEC) today released its 2022 Corporate Responsibility Report.
  • The report outlines the progress made by WEC Energy Group and its family of companies on major projects and the company's commitment to the environment and the economies of the areas it serves.
  • The report highlights how WEC Energy Group's investments in sustainable technology — including zero-carbon energy and renewable natural gas — are helping the company meet its aggressive carbon and methane reduction goals.
  • WEC Energy Group (NYSE: WEC), based in Milwaukee, is one of the nation's premier energy companies, serving nearly 4.7 million customers in Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan and Minnesota.

Josh Fertitta Joins CHC: Creating Healthier Communities as Vice President, Development and Corporate Relations

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Thursday, August 3, 2023
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ALEXANDRIA, Va., Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, CHC: Creating Healthier Communities announced the appointment of Josh Fertitta as the organization's new vice president, development and corporate relations. Fertitta joins CHC's executive leadership team and will lead a high-performing team in developing and executing a national fundraising and revenue generation strategy to accelerate CHC's growth and collective impact.

Key Points: 
  • ALEXANDRIA, Va., Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, CHC: Creating Healthier Communities announced the appointment of Josh Fertitta as the organization's new vice president, development and corporate relations.
  • Fertitta joins CHC's executive leadership team and will lead a high-performing team in developing and executing a national fundraising and revenue generation strategy to accelerate CHC's growth and collective impact.
  • Josh will be an integral part of the team, helping to expand CHC's mission and impact, increasing the number of people and communities served."
  • I'm looking forward to driving transformational giving and accelerating growth to ensure CHC can help even more people and communities."

Clean Power Alliance Announces Applications Now Being Accepted for 2023-2024 Community Benefits Grant Program

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Clean Power Alliance (CPA) is pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for the 2023-2024 Community Benefits Grant Program. Now in its third year, the program, which is a partnership between CPA and Calpine Energy Solutions, has once again increased funding to support nonprofit organizations working to advance clean energy goals. Eligible nonprofits must be working in the 35 communities CPA serves throughout Los Angeles and Ventura counties. The program's application period opens today and runs through October 6th.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Clean Power Alliance (CPA) is pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for the 2023-2024 Community Benefits Grant Program.
  • "Clean Power Alliance is successful when we work at the local level with the communities we serve.
  • Investing in community efforts to strengthen resiliency and sustainability reflects our commitment to their wellbeing," said Ted Bardacke, CEO of Clean Power Alliance.
  • Calpine Energy Solutions is pleased to create a funding opportunity that highlights the work of local community organizations while enhancing the impact of the Clean Power Alliance on its local communities."

Ancora Training Expands CDL Offerings with Community College Workforce Alliance

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Thursday, July 27, 2023
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RICHMOND, Va., July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ancora Training, a leading national workforce training provider, and Community College Workforce Alliance (CCWA), the workforce development division of Brightpoint and Reynolds Community Colleges have launched a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) program at the Parham Road campus of Reynolds Community College. Ancora Training is an official training vendor for Virginia's Community Colleges (VCCS). With funding through the FastFoward program, this training is offered at low to no cost to students.

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  • RICHMOND, Va., July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ancora Training , a leading national workforce training provider, and Community College Workforce Alliance (CCWA), the workforce development division of Brightpoint and Reynolds Community Colleges have launched a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) program at the Parham Road campus of Reynolds Community College .
  • Ancora Training is an official training vendor for Virginia's Community Colleges (VCCS).
  • "Thanks to our new partnership with Ancora Training, CCWA is able to realize a long-held goal of offering CDL training in the Reynolds Community College service region.
  • Along with classroom education, individuals in the CDL training program will get the opportunity to participate in hands-on training to strengthen their skills in:

Disruption Takes the Main Stage at Fiber Broadband Association’s Fiber Connect 2023

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023
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The Fiber Broadband Association today announced general session keynotes and Operator Light Talks planned for Fiber Connect 2023 , August 20-23, 2023, in Orlando, Fla.

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  • The Fiber Broadband Association today announced general session keynotes and Operator Light Talks planned for Fiber Connect 2023 , August 20-23, 2023, in Orlando, Fla.
  • Fiber Connect is the world’s largest fiber broadband event, and this year’s program will feature new themes and content styles.
  • “Fiber Connect grows every year because we present the topics that matter most to network operators, broadband providers, municipalities, electric cooperatives, and others that are building fiber broadband networks to connect North America,” said Evann Freeman, EPB Director of Government Relations and Fiber Broadband Association Conference Committee Chair.
  • “While the fiber broadband industry is experiencing its largest investment cycle ever, the Fiber Broadband Association is delivering content and networking opportunities to help guide the industry with best practices and explore what is possible once fiber networks reach everyone, everywhere.”
    Operator Light Talks are a new addition to the Fiber Connect agenda this year.