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A recent Journal News feature highlighted the essential services provided by the WPCCN with an interview with David Keeney—a recently laid off 64-year-old scientist—demonstrating the creativity and proactive work of staff. Read the story > ow.ly/mjzT50VLsJ7

Congratulations to Leslie Meggett, Tracey Anderson, and Joe Diaferia on being featured in a 914Inc. article explaining the mix of hard skills, soft skills, and cultural fit recruiters look for when evaluating new hires. Read article > ow.ly/Vx2u50VLt3r

Sonda Norris-Lowe, WPWDB Assistant Director, attended the Leadership Academy—an all-day virtual event to share best practice leadership strategies. Sonda said: “I enrolled to strengthen my ability to lead with intention and to drive meaningful change within our workforce system.”

Congratulations to Kuljeet Johal on her promotion to Supervisor for the Peekskill and Carmel Centers.

Please join us in welcoming new WPWDB members. We appreciate your time and expertise and look forward to advancing new workforce initiatives together.

THOM’S TAKE: Workforce boards and staffs have not escaped the wave of uncertainty facing service providers who receive federal funding. This was evident at the NAWB meeting in Washington I attended and the annual NYATEP Advocacy Day in Albany. Read more > icont.ac/511Ss

ATTN: 18–24 year old Westchester residents. You can earn industry-recognized certifications and hands-on clean energy professional training at no cost. Register at: ow.ly/9ejl50VPrv0 or contact Liz at [email protected]

The WPCCN is a vital partner in the HTPP program, providing recruitment assistance, tuition funding through Individual Training Accounts (ITAs), and case management. Congratulations to recent grad Melanie Fuente’s success in nursing school .

Thom Kleiner, OJ Yizar, Linda McKinzie-Daugherty & Evan Latainer presented Michele Green with a special Proclamation at her retirement luncheon to honor her many years of dedicated service with the ACCES-VR NYS Department of Education and WPWDB. We will miss you.

BCW Clean Energy Action Conference Powers Change Thom Kleiner and Dwayne Norris co-chair the Workforce Development Committee of the Clean Energy Action Coalition to ensure a skilled workforce is trained to work in this emerging sector. View the program > ow.ly/l6qK50VLCL4

WPWDB WDAY Youth Provider, The Guidance Center of Westchester, took youth participants to rally along with more than 500 NYers in support of the Communities Not Cages campaign at the NYS Capitol and to advocate for investing in education, housing, and healthcare.

Employers are invited to participate in the Hudson Valley Regional Virtual Career Fair, held the last Thursday of every month from 11am to 2pm. Once registered, businesses will receive login info to “create” a booth, and an Exhibitors Guide. Email [email protected].

The Virtual Career Center offers employers within NYS a no cost opportunity to post job positions and get matched to appropriate candidates using AI automation and filtering functionality. Simply create an account and submit a registration request at ow.ly/RynQ50VLFt2

🇺🇸 On this Memorial Day, we honor those who gave everything for our freedom. We remember their sacrifice & commit to building a future where opportunity is accessible for all—through skills training, education, and workforce development. #WorkforceDevelopment #WestchesterCountyNY

Yesterday we honored the fathers and father figures in our lives. Today, we return to work with renewed energy to support the families and communities that count on us every day. #workforcedevelopment #westchestercountyny #putnamcountyny

The Hudson Valley Virtual Career Fair is on Wednesday, June 18th this month due to June 19th being a holiday. Take this opportunity to connect with multiple employers online. Register at > nysdolvirtual.easyvirtualfair.com/landing

Clean Energy Career Paths include more types of jobs than you might think. On June 18th you can meet multiple employers at Westchester County Center and learn about the wide variety of jobs available in this growing sector! Register at > ow.ly/4jF250Wa8MF

Juneteenth reminds us that true freedom includes economic opportunity. Today, we honor the journey toward justice by continuing the work to build an equitable workforce where everyone has a fair shot. ✊🏾💼 #Juneteenth #WorkforceEquity #EconomicJustice

Our commitment to an inclusive, supportive workforce doesn’t end on June 30th. Pride Month is a celebration—but it’s also a reminder: equality, opportunity, and dignity at work are year-round priorities. 🌈 #PrideEveryDay #WorkforceInclusion #WestchesterCountyNY

Whether you’re a job seeker or an employer, the NYSDOL Virtual Career Center is your go-to tool. Real-time job matching. Skill-based searches. Easy access to resources. Read more > westchestermagazine.com/914/virtual-ca…