CareerRise

Happy Workforce Development Month! At CareerRise, we’re committed to advancing economic mobility by connecting skilled talent with sustainable wage careers. This month, we’re celebrating the impact of workforce development in our community. Stay tuned as we share success stories, tips, and more!

The fall cohort for CareerRise's Prologis Learning Academy starts on Sept 3rd! This program is 6-week virtual program designed to introduce participants to the Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics Industry and enhance their work-readiness skills.

The program features:
- 6 live webinars with industry experts
- 47 Prologis Learning Academy Modules
- Weekly assignments to reinforce learning

Registration for this valuable opportunity closes this Friday on August 30th, 2024. If you know of someone who would benefit from this FREE program, please encourage them to register before the deadline. 👉 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSezSOxAcEdtluw-UDw_8KFgfxUAMyKoBsl2tD_U9NnDa12iGA/viewform

🚨 New RFP Opportunity Alert! 🚨

WorkSource Metro Atlanta, in partnership with CareerRise, is now seeking proposals from qualified firms or individuals to conduct a comprehensive assessment of WIOA-related business services in metro Atlanta. This crucial assessment aims to identify gaps, uncover opportunities, and provide strategic recommendations to better align business services with the needs of our local workforce and industries. If you have the expertise to drive impactful change, we want to hear from you!

📝 Deadline: Friday, September 20, 2024
📄 Learn more and submit your proposal: https://careerriseatlanta.org/investments/apply-now/

Join us virtually on Thursday, July 25 from 9:00 - 10:00 am to learn about CareerReady ATL, a youth apprenticeship system by United Way of Greater Atlanta. CareerReady ATL brings together schools, students, employers, and community partners to shape the future workforce holistically and build a diverse workforce, focusing on uplifting Black, Hispanic, and other youth of color who are furthest from opportunity.

CareerReady ATL aims to bridge the gap between education and industry by offering young students the chance to gain valuable skills and insights within your industry. Partner with us to shape the skilled professionals of tomorrow by providing hands-on training aligned with industry standards. Together, we'll build a confident, well-equipped workforce ready to thrive in the future.

Register at https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcud--urz8vGNJN_Nb4Xa4EgyRAcgcHgN4Y

Happy Mother's Day to all the amazing moms! Today, we celebrate you and all that you do.

🚨 LAST CHANCE ALERT! 🚨 Today is the final day to submit nominations for the CareerRise Workforce Excellence Awards. Don't miss out—recognize outstanding individuals, partners, and employers in our community before it's too late! Nominate here 👉 https://careerriseatlanta.org/events/careerrise-3rd-annual-workforce-excellence-summit/

Honoring the powerful legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on this hashtag . His vision for equality and justice inspires us at CareerRise as we strive to create opportunities and pathways for all. Today, let's renew our commitment to workforce development that fosters inclusion, empowers diverse voices, and builds bridges towards a brighter, more equitable future. Together, we can continue Dr. King's work and make a positive impact in our communities.

*Calling All Employers!*📢 Join CareerRise and WorkSource Georgia at the Untapped Workforce Summit on Feb 6-7, 2024, at the Gas South Convention Center in Duluth, GA. Unlock the secrets to tapping into Georgia's diverse talent pool, including individuals with disabilities, justice-involved individuals, opportunity youth, immigrants & refugees, and veterans. Don't miss this opportunity to transform your workforce strategies! Register Today 👉 https://whova.com/portal/registration/untap_202311/

A heartfelt thank you to all our amazing supporters! Your generosity on GAgives on GivingTuesday has propelled us closer to our goal, raising over $18,000! Your support fuels our mission to advance economic mobility, build impactful partnerships, and implement equitable workforce strategies in Metro Atlanta. Together, we're creating pathways to family-sustainable wage careers in quality jobs.

Your shares, peer-to-peer campaigns, and efforts to spread the word make every bit of difference. We deeply appreciate your commitment and understanding that this vital work is only possible because of each of YOU.

We're overflowing with gratitude, and the good news is, there's still time to make an impact! If you haven't already, you can contribute here 👉 https://www.gagives.org/organization/Careerrise. Let's keep building a stronger Atlanta together! 💙🌟

Tomorrow is GivingTuesday! And we need your help as we raise $25,000 to advance economic mobility in Metro Atlanta. Here's how you can get involved:

1. Donate: Visit https://www.gagives.org/organization/Careerrise to make your Giving Tuesday contribution.
2. Spread the Word: Share our mission with your network. Encourage friends and family to join you in supporting CareerRise.
3. Subscribe: Stay connected by subscribing to our newsletter: https://lnkd.in/gctZUufH

This Saturday, November 25th, is Small Business Saturday – a day to celebrate and support small businesses and all they do for our communities. Show some love to your local shops, support your community, and shop small this Saturday! Find participating small businesses in your area here 👉 https://www.americanexpress.com/en-us/benefits/shop-small/

Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at CareerRise!

As you're prepping for Thanksgiving and planning your Black Friday shopping spree, remember that on is just ONE WEEK AWAY! 🌟 Add supporting CareerRise to your list and make a difference in someone's life this holiday season. Join us in creating opportunities for economic mobility in Atlanta. Together, we can make a lasting impact. Donate today 👉 https://www.gagives.org/organization/Careerrise

This Veterans Day, CareerRise salutes the brave men and women who have served our nation. Your dedication, sacrifice, and resilience have shaped our country, and we are proud to stand beside you. Thank you for your service!

To support our veterans and their families, we're sharing workforce development resources to help navigate opportunities and offer guidance on the path to a successful career journey 👉https://careerriseatlanta.org/wp-content/uploads/CareerRise-Resources-for-Veterans.pdf

We advance economic mobility and regional prosperity by creating and strengthening partnerships and systems that meet employer needs for talent and connect metro Atlanta residents to sustainable wage careers in quality jobs. Learn more 👉 https://careerriseatlanta.org/

CareerRise is a workforce intermediary. We strategically connect the dots between employers, training providers, support services, job seekers and workforce funders to build partnerships and implement equitable workforce strategies in metro Atlanta. Our vision is for metro Atlanta to be a strong thriving equitable community with employees connected to good jobs.

Learn how we're championing good jobs, skilled employees, and strong communities at https://careerriseatlanta.org/.

CareerRise is proud to announce that we have officially transitioned to an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, effective January 1, 2023. Since our inception in 2011, CareerRise successfully operated under the fiscal sponsorship of United Way of Greater Atlanta. We are grateful to United Way of Greater Atlanta for their unwavering support, and we are excited to continue to partner with United Way as we work to support economic mobility and racial equity to improve the well-being of individuals, families and communities across Greater Atlanta.

Our new independent status will allow us to hone and streamline our focus in serving as a workforce intermediary that strategically connects the dots between employers, training providers, support services, job seekers and workforce funders to build partnerships and implement equitable workforce strategies in metro Atlanta.

Read full press release: https://lnkd.in/guUxAKPs

Please note that our email addresses have changed, visit www.careerriseatlanta.org to stay connected with our team.

TCSG - Technical College System of Georgia is excited to share that applications for the High Demand Career Initiatives Program have re-opened! The HDCI Program provides funding to Georgia employers to incentivize the creation and expansion of registered apprenticeship programs throughout the state. This program is aimed to both upskill Georgians and increase skilled talent within Georgia’s high-demand industries.

The HDCI Application will open from January 19, 2023, at 10:00AM until March 6, 2023, at 5:30PM. View the application here: https://www.tcsg.edu/HDCI/

CareerRise has NEW email addresses and phone numbers! Earlier this year, we launched our new website www.careerriseatlanta.org, and now we have the emails to match!

Stay in contact with the team at CareerRise; please click below to see our new contact information. Emails sent to our old email addresses will automatically be transferred to our new addresses until January 1, 2023, after which date the old email addresses will be discontinued.

Contact us:https://careerriseatlanta.org/wp-content/uploads/CareerRise-Contacts.pdf

Please update your address books!

Only 2 more days until the Westside Works Relaunch Event on Thursday, September 22nd from 4 - 7pm!! You don't want to miss this FREE event! Join us for food, music, games, special speakers, giveaways and so much more! Come learn about our new services, programs, and exciting workforce partnerships. See you there!

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/westside-works-relaunch-event-tickets-389496312957

Just 8 more days until the Westside Works Atlanta Relaunch Celebration on September 22nd! Join us from 4 - 7pm for food, music, and FUN as we celebrate new services, programs, and exciting workforce partnerships. Come learn about our new ideas for positive impact and greater inclusion and collaboration with community groups and residents.

Register today! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/westside-works-relaunch-event-tickets-389496312957

CareerRise is hosting a Meet the Employer virtual jobseeker event with Courier Express on Thursday, Sept. 15th at 3pm! Courier Express has been an industry leader in specialized delivery services for over 30 years and is excited to discuss the great career opportunities they have available.
Register Here: https://uwga-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMqdeGtrjwpE91WmUSCf5IpFhUbcykmrk5Y

Join CareerRise and our partners as we celebrate the relaunch of Westside Works! Learn about our programs and services, celebrate our new brand and the 5-year anniversary of the opening of the Mercedes-Benz Stadium, our first community project resulting in more than 700 westside residents becoming employed and placed into jobs, collectively earning more than $20 million in wages for their families. We hope you can join us for this joyous occasion! Everyone is welcome for music, food, and FUN!
Register today! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/westside-works-relaunch-event-tickets-389496312957

Because we know how important is in our lives, we have developed a survey to share your voice and guide how organizations develop community-based programs so all Atlantans can thrive.

Let’s talk tech Atlanta, please take our 5-minute survey and be entered for a chance to win a $50 gift card! https://bit.ly/DigitalSurveyATL

CareerRise is excited to share our Metro Atlanta Top Jobs profiles! Top Jobs are found in high-demand industries with faster-than average job growth, require a mix of soft skills and technical skills, and connect to a career pathway. Check out the collection of profiles across our five target industries that highlight labor market information, provide an occupational overview, and suggest next steps for jobseekers. https://lnkd.in/gmcD_ngr

CareerRise updated their website address.

We’re honored to be a Beneficiary for the upcoming Beloved Benefit! Thank you to all of the donors, corporate sponsors, community advocates and other supporters who are committed to improving economic mobility in Atlanta.