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UID:9583-1681381800-1681387200@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:WFC Executive Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This is the regularly scheduled WFC Executive Board Meeting. \nFor the Agenda & Meeting Packet\, Click Here \nFor Zoom information send email to info@workforce-central.org
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/wfc-executive-board-meeting-38/
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230216T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230216T163000
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UID:9481-1676559600-1676565000@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:Workforce Development Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This is the regularly scheduled meeting of the Pierce County Workforce Development Board. \n  \nFor agenda and meeting packet\, click: WDB Agenda & Meeting Packet 2-16-23
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/workforce-development-board-meeting/
LOCATION:WorkSource Pierce One-Stop Center\, South State Street 2121\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98405\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230216T090000
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CREATED:20230109T180640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T002252Z
UID:9430-1676538000-1676548800@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:Hire Pierce County Virtual Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:Meet with employers ready to hire right now! \nJoin us at Hire Pierce County\, a free virtual job fair featuring employers throughout Pierce County looking to fill open positions. Job opportunities range from healthcare to manufacturing and everything in between. You don’t want to miss this event! \nRegistration is NOW open for this event. Click HERE to sign up. \n \nEmployers confirmed to be attending include:  \n\nArivva\nWa State Dept of Corrections\nTempur Sealy Int’l\nServiceMaster of Tacoma\nRambo Pest Control\nAmentum\nCDS Trucking School\nOrion Industries\nAJAC\nUSPS\nDevelopmental Disabilities Administration\nODOM Corp\nVisiting Angels\nConsumer Direct Care Network\nCareer TEAM
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/hire-pierce-county-virtual-job-fair-6/
LOCATION:Virtual via Hire Pierce County platform
CATEGORIES:For Businesses,For Job Seekers,For Young Adults,Hire Pierce County,Hiring Events,WFC Business Solutions Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="WorkForce Central Business Solutions Team":MAILTO:businesssolutions@workforce-central.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221215T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221215T093000
DTSTAMP:20260710T162642
CREATED:20221215T032952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221215T172331Z
UID:9420-1671091200-1671096600@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:WFC Executive Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:For agenda and meeting packet\, click: WFC Executive Board Agenda & Meeting Packet 12-15-22 \nThis is the regularly scheduled meeting of the WFC Executive Board held quarterly. \nTo join the meeting via Zoom\, request the link from info@workforce-central.org \nTo join the meeting in person\, go the WorkForce Central Administrative Office\, 3640 S. Cedar St.\, Suite E\, Tacoma 98409
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/wfc-executive-board-meeting-37/
LOCATION:WorkForce Central\, 3640 South Cedar St\, Suite E\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98409\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221208T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221208T163000
DTSTAMP:20260710T162642
CREATED:20201119T214640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221207T152328Z
UID:7554-1670511600-1670517000@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:Pierce County Workforce Development Board
DESCRIPTION:This is the regularly scheduled WDC Meeting held the 2nd Thursday every other month. \nFor agenda and meeting packet\, click: wdb-agenda-meeting-packet-12-8-22 \n  \nTo attend the meeting virtually\, you may request the Zoom link from info@workforce-central.org \nThe meeting can be attended in person at WorkForce Central\, 3640 S. Cedar St.\, Suite E\, Tacoma WA 98443 \n 
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/pierce-county-workforce-development-council-2022-12-08/
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221117T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221117T130000
DTSTAMP:20260710T162642
CREATED:20220125T190536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T221520Z
UID:8390-1668675600-1668690000@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:Hire Pierce County Virtual Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:Meet with employers ready to hire right now! \nJoin us at Hire Pierce County\, a free virtual job fair featuring employers throughout Pierce County looking to fill open positions. Job opportunities range from healthcare to manufacturing and everything in between. You don’t want to miss this event! \nRegistration is now open for this event. Click HERE to register. \n \nEmployers: Are you interested in hosting a booth at the job fair? Complete our employer interest form here. \nEmployers that will be at the event include: \n\nAshley Furniture\nBJ’s Bingo & Gaming\nConsumer Direct Care Network-Washington\nComprehensive Life Services\nDelta Airlines\nFirst Choice – In-home care\nIAA\, Inc.\nKing County\nKWA\nLife Care Centers of America\nNorth40 Capital\nOlympic/Bekins NW\nPacific Source health plans\nPro Vac LLC\nRed Dot Corp.\nServPro Puyallup\nTacoma Rescue Mission\nTotal Employment and Management\nUPS\nWCG – IRB Connexus
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/hire-pierce-county-virtual-job-fair-5/
LOCATION:Virtual via Hire Pierce County platform
CATEGORIES:For Businesses,For Job Seekers,For Young Adults,Hire Pierce County,Hiring Events,WFC Business Solutions Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="WorkForce Central Business Solutions Team":MAILTO:businesssolutions@workforce-central.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221103T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221103T163000
DTSTAMP:20260710T162642
CREATED:20201119T214640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221101T142906Z
UID:7535-1667487600-1667493000@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:Pierce County Workforce Development Board
DESCRIPTION:This is the regularly scheduled WDC Meeting held the 2nd Thursday every other month. \nFor the agenda and meeting packet\, click: WDB Agenda & Meeting Packet 11-3-22 \nTo attend the meeting virtually\, you may request the Zoom link from info@workforce-central.org \nThe meeting can be attended in person at WorkForce Central\, 3640 S. Cedar St.\, Suite E\, Tacoma WA 98443 \n 
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/pierce-county-workforce-development-council-2022-10-13/
LOCATION:WorkForce Central\, 3640 South Cedar St\, Suite E\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98409\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220923T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220923T103000
DTSTAMP:20260710T162642
CREATED:20220923T205144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T205144Z
UID:9143-1663923600-1663929000@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:WFC Executive Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:For agenda and meeting packet\, click: WFC Executive Board Agenda & Meeting Packet 9-23-22 \nZoom information can be requested at info@workforce-central.org
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/wfc-executive-board-meeting-36/
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220818T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220818T163000
DTSTAMP:20260710T162642
CREATED:20201119T214640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220817T141354Z
UID:7534-1660834800-1660840200@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:Pierce County Workforce Development Board
DESCRIPTION:For the agenda and meeting packet\, click:  WDB Agenda & Meeting Packet 8-18-22 \nZoom information can be requested from info@workforce-central.org \nThis is the regularly scheduled WDC Meeting held the 2nd Thursday every other month.
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/pierce-county-workforce-development-council-2022-08-11/
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220818T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220818T130000
DTSTAMP:20260710T162642
CREATED:20220125T190519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T221539Z
UID:8389-1660813200-1660827600@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:Hire Pierce County Virtual Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:Meet with employers ready to hire right now! \nJoin us at Hire Pierce County\, a free virtual job fair featuring employers throughout Pierce County looking to fill open positions. This event will have a special emphasis on jobs in healthcare and will include a multi-industry pavilion with employers from other industries. You don’t want to miss this event! \nRegistration is now open for this event. Please click here to register.  \nEmployers: Are you interested in hosting a booth at the job fair? Complete our employer interest form here. \nEmployers that will be at this event include: \n\nAdvanced Health Care\nAll Ways Caring HomeCare\nAmazon Workforce Staffing\nCareage Home Health\nCommunity Health\nWashington State Department of Children\, Youth\, and Families\nDSHS\nInfoplace USA\nInternational Paper\nKWA\nMultiCare\nPierce Transit\nSaturn Barter Company\nSole Source Medical\nTrillium Employment Services\nUSPS\nVillage Plan\nWDVA
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/hire-pierce-county-virtual-job-fair-4/
LOCATION:Virtual via Hire Pierce County platform
CATEGORIES:For Businesses,For Job Seekers,For Young Adults,Hire Pierce County,Hiring Events,WFC Business Solutions Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="WorkForce Central Business Solutions Team":MAILTO:businesssolutions@workforce-central.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220707T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220707T153000
DTSTAMP:20260710T162642
CREATED:20220707T173241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220707T173241Z
UID:8936-1657206000-1657207800@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:WFC Executive Board Meeting - Special Session
DESCRIPTION:This is a special session of the WFC Executive Board. \nZoom link information can be requested at info@workforce-central.org
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/wfc-executive-board-meeting-special-session/
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220706T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220706T110000
DTSTAMP:20260710T162642
CREATED:20220606T174505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220608T175815Z
UID:8792-1657098000-1657105200@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:July Bi-Monthly Task Force Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Featured Presentations: Social Wellness\, Bethel Community Ask \nJoin us at this month’s Task Force meeting as we discuss and move forward with our initiatives. Our featured presentation for July will be centered on Social Wellness Month. We’ll also be sharing out the Ask from the Bethel Community’s leadership. \nThe Task Force meets on the first Wednesday of every other month to further group goals and initiatives. All Task Force members interested in attending this meeting are welcome to attend.
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/july-bi-monthly-task-force-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting – Please contact the event organizer for an invitation
CATEGORIES:Bi-monthly Task Force Meeting,Pierce County Community Engagement Task Force
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chloe Wilhelm":MAILTO:pccetf@workforce-central.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220624T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220624T160000
DTSTAMP:20260710T162642
CREATED:20220517T163014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T221558Z
UID:8749-1656064800-1656086400@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:Project Homeless Connect + Collaboration for a Cause
DESCRIPTION:Click on the image above to view or download the flyer for this event\nEvent will be held on Friday\, June 24 from 10 am to 4 pm at the Fife Community Center. \nIn collaboration with our partners\, the Pierce County Community Engagement Task Force is hosting an event for individuals and families in Pierce County. \nProject Homeless Connect and Collaboration for a Cause offer an easy way for individuals and family to access resources and employment opportunities right in their own community. Organizations throughout Pierce County have partnered together to host this free event. \nThis event is open to the public\, and no registration is necessary. All items at this event are available on a first-come\, first-serve basis. \n  \nA PARTNERSHIP OF\n \n  \nInterested in being a part of Collaboration for a Cause?\nIf your organization is interested in volunteering for or donating to the event\, please contact the Event Organizer below to learn more.
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/project-homeless-connect-collaboration-for-a-cause/
LOCATION:Fife Community Center\, 54th Avenue East 2111\, Fife\, WA\, 98424\, United States
CATEGORIES:Collaboration for a Cause,Community Events,For Job Seekers,For Young Adults,Hiring Events,Pierce County Community Engagement Task Force
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly Brickhouse":MAILTO:kbrickhouse@workforce-central.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220622T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220622T143000
DTSTAMP:20260710T162642
CREATED:20220621T212713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T213348Z
UID:8863-1655902800-1655908200@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:WFC Executive Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:For the agenda\, click:  WFC Executive Board Agenda & Meeting Packet 6-22-22 \n  \nThis is the regularly meeting of the WorkForce Central Executive Board\, which is held quarterly. \n  \nZoom link can be requested at info@workforce-central.org
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/wfc-executive-board-meeting-35/
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220610T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220610T170000
DTSTAMP:20260710T162642
CREATED:20220407T202944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T221617Z
UID:8637-1654866000-1654880400@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:Jobfest
DESCRIPTION:Jobfest has gone virtual! This annual event provides young adults ages 16 to 24 with an opportunity to meet with employers who are ready to hire for full-time\, part-time\, and seasonal positions in Pierce County. \nThis year\, we’ve also added a pavilion for community resources and partners to support employment\, career\, and personal development. \n  \nEmployers and partners confirmed to be attending include:\n\nEmployers \n\nYMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties\nGillette Sewer & Utility\nSole Source Medical\nUSPS\nAlliance Environmental Group\, LLC.\nFirst Student\nDepartment of Children\, Youth and Families\nChick-fil-A\nAdvanced Health Care\nKorean Woman’s Association\nFred Meyer Store Team\nCity of Auburn\nCity of Bonney Lake\nCity of Tacoma\nAAFES\nHarbor Place at Cottesmore\nPierce Transit\nCompass Plumbing and Drain\nAll Ways Caring Homecare\nGensco\nUSPS\nMultiCare\nMcLane Food Service\nDSHS\nTruFit Staffing Solutions Inc.\nHeadway Workforce Solutions\nPhoenix Processor Limited Partnership\nTapco\nNisqually Land Trust\nOdom Corporation\n\nCommunity Resources \n\nBates Technical College\nAJAC | Aerospace Joint Apprenticeship Committee\nRAIN Incubator\nRight at School\nPalmer Pathways Pre-Apprentice Program\nKorean Women’s Association\nTacoma Community College\nNW Job Corp\nCareer Team\n\nInternships \n\nPush for Dreams\nTacoma Trophy\nIntentions Juice and Smoothie Bar\nThe Five2Five Wedding & Event Venue\nT Stone Construction LLC\nGoodwill – Youth Next Gen\nAmerican Structures & Design\nL’Arche Tahoma Hope\nIMPACT Public Schools\nBennett Industries\nEight Twenty Eight\nValeo Vocation\n\n  \n\nIf you have questions about Jobfest\, please email us at BusinessSolutions@workforce-central.org \nRegistration is now open for this event. Click here to register!
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/jobfest-2022/
LOCATION:Virtual via Hire Pierce County platform
CATEGORIES:For Businesses,For Young Adults,Hiring Events,WFC Business Solutions Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="WorkForce Central Business Solutions Team":MAILTO:businesssolutions@workforce-central.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220609T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220609T150000
DTSTAMP:20260710T162642
CREATED:20201119T214640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220607T141316Z
UID:7533-1654776000-1654786800@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:Pierce County Workforce Development Board
DESCRIPTION:For agenda and meeting packet\, click:  WDB Retreat Agenda & Meeting Packet June 2022 \nThis is the regularly scheduled WDC Meeting held the 2nd Thursday every other month.
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/pierce-county-workforce-development-council-2022-06-09/
LOCATION:WorkSource Center\, South State Street 2121\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98405\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220601T115000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220601T125500
DTSTAMP:20260710T162642
CREATED:20220112T171157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220207T163521Z
UID:8207-1654084200-1654088100@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: SharedWork and WOTC/Bonding/ tax incentives to hire and retain
DESCRIPTION:The Employment Security Department SharedWork/Business-Friendly Programs feature this important business webinar series. The webinar series provides program overviews and highlights the requirements and resources\, and the most current information for businesses. This valuable information will help businesses make informed decisions for their operational effectiveness\, stay resilient and thrive during the ebb and flow of economic cycles. \nThe webinar features the SharedWork program and the Workforce Opportunity and Tax Credit (WOTC) and Bonding programs. Learn the latest developments of two important programs businesses need to know about for their operational effectiveness and to thrive. Register HERE.
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/webinar-sharedwork-and-wotc-bonding-tax-incentives-to-hire-and-retain/
CATEGORIES:For Businesses
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220525T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220525T160000
DTSTAMP:20260710T162642
CREATED:20220525T190621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220525T190621Z
UID:8772-1653490800-1653494400@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:WFC Executive Board - Closed Session
DESCRIPTION:This is a special closed session of the WFC Executive Board.
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/wfc-executive-board-closed-session/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220505T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220505T130000
DTSTAMP:20260710T162642
CREATED:20220125T190455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220502T151004Z
UID:8388-1651741200-1651755600@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:Hire Pierce County Virtual Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:Meet with employers ready to hire right now! \nJoin us at Hire Pierce County\, a free virtual job fair featuring employers throughout Pierce County looking to fill open positions. Job opportunities range from healthcare to manufacturing and everything in between. You don’t want to miss this event! \nRegistration is now open for this event. Click here to register! \nEmployers at this month’s job fair:\n\nOrion Industries\nCareage\nMultiCare\nNextaff\nKorean Women’s Association (KWA)\nLes Schwab\nUSPS\nChick-fil-A\nLiberty Military Housing\nAAFES\nNorthrop Grumman\nAmazon\nPuget Sound Naval Shipyard\nBellmont Cabinets\nDirect Auto Insurance\nSole Source Medical\nRight at School\nWDVA\nService Linen\nColumbia Distributing\nYMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties\nCommercial Driver School\nPhoenix Processor Limited Partnership\nPierce Transit\nAshley Furniture Industries\nUEI College\nUtiligi Communications\nFairfield Inn-Puyallup\nTrillium\nSouth Correctional Entity (SCORE Jail)\nFedEx\nHumming.\nPioneer Human Services\nMaxim Healthcare Staffing\nLiuna\nAdvanced Healthcare\n\nAre you an employer interested in participating in a job fair? Get more info on our business page here.
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/hire-pierce-county-virtual-job-fair-3/
LOCATION:Virtual via Hire Pierce County platform
CATEGORIES:For Businesses,For Job Seekers,Hire Pierce County,Hiring Events,WFC Business Solutions Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="WorkForce Central Business Solutions Team":MAILTO:businesssolutions@workforce-central.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220504T115000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220504T125500
DTSTAMP:20260710T162642
CREATED:20220112T170459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220207T163606Z
UID:8206-1651665000-1651668900@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: SharedWork and Tax and Wages
DESCRIPTION:The Employment Security Department SharedWork/Business-Friendly Programs feature this important business webinar series. The webinar series provides program overviews and highlights the requirements and resources\, and the most current information for businesses. This valuable information will help businesses make informed decisions for their operational effectiveness\, stay resilient and thrive during the ebb and flow of economic cycles.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe webinar features the SharedWork program and Tax & Wages. Learn the latest developments of two important programs businesses need to know about for their operational effectiveness and to thrive. Register HERE.
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/webinar-sharedwork-and-tax-and-wages/
CATEGORIES:For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220504T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220504T110000
DTSTAMP:20260710T162642
CREATED:20220404T221535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220421T212921Z
UID:8616-1651654800-1651662000@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:May Bi-Monthly Task Force Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Featured Presentation: Man in the Mirror: Men and Mental Health \nWith Mental Health Awareness Month in May\, our meeting will focus on Men and Mental Health. Society’s stigma surrounding mental health stops many men from seeking help when they need it most. While mental illnesses affect both men and women\, men are less likely to receive mental health treatment than women and are more likely to die by suicide. \nFeaturing a panel of speakers\, the meeting will feature honest and open discussions about the stigmas and challenges men face regarding mental health\, and what we can do as a society to change our perceptions\, address the stigmas men face\, and encourage men to reach out for help when they need it. \nThe Task Force meets on the first Wednesday of every other month to further group goals and initiatives. All Task Force members interested in attending this meeting are welcome to attend. \n  \n  \n\nMeet our Speakers\nJashon A. Banks Sr.\nPh.D.\, Assistant Professor (Tenured)\, Green River College \nDr. Jashon Banks Sr. is a Criminal Justice Professor at Green River College\, where he devotes time and effort to contribute to the students of knowledge and skills of the changing criminal justice system of America. He is a tenure-track faculty member in the business and law division. His most recent activities have included working in the community with the Washington State Patrol (WSP) as a Non-Law Enforcement Community Representative reviewing in-custody deaths and use of force incidents. He also creates strategic partnerships and community relations for Green River College and develops practices with King County Pretrial Services to create a pathway for re-entry of individuals seeking to complete some education. His research revolves around victims of urban violence and post-traumatic stress disorder. \n  \nElvin Bucu\nDeputy Director – Foundation for Tacoma Students/Graduate Tacoma \nAs a first-generation\, American-born son of two Filipino parents\, Elvin recognizes the unique opportunities he was granted and strives to support a system of equity\, inclusion\, and opportunity for others. In his current role as Deputy Director of the Foundation for Tacoma Students (FFTS)\, he advances educational and professional outcomes for BIPOC (Black\, Indigenous\, People of Color) youth by aligning the systems surrounding them\, from healthcare and housing to college and career. \nPrior to joining FFTS\, Elvin served with multiple non-profit youth development organizations over the course of 18 years. His work led to his receiving the 40 Under 40 Award by the South Sound Business Journal\, but his favorite form of recognition remains the hand-drawn “You Rock” cup given to him by a former Boys & Girls Club kid. \n  \n  \nDr. John Gaines\nCommunity Relations Manager\, TPU\, Founder of Push for Dreams501c3\, PUSH Inspiration Speaking & Coaching and rIDEALS \nDr. John “Push” Gaines is a professional speaker\, best-selling author\, leadership consultant\, and mentorship expert. He has devoted himself to the world community. He has proudly appeared as a guest speaker at multiple national conferences universities\, corporations\, nonprofit events\, NBA skill camps\, school assemblies\, and youth camps across the country. As a graduate of East Central University\, where he was named Outstanding Student in Business and won a football championship as captain of the football team\, he is the picture of success. With a Master’s degree in Business Leadership and a Doctorate in Business Administration\, he demonstrates great dedication and personal achievement. \n  \n  \n  \nRicardo Ferrell\nAssistant Customer Services Manager\, Tacoma Public Utilities \nRicardo is a people and systems thinker who moves silently but decisively to bridge the gap between the underrepresented and marginalized and enters with the power and financial leverage to enact reform and transformation in those communities. In addition to serving as an Assistant Customer Services Manager at Tacoma Public Utilities\, Ricardo is also a youth\, collegiate\, and master Track & Field Coach\, an 8-year combat veteran of the U.S. Army where he served as an infantry officer\, an angel investor for minority businesses\, and a husband and father of two. \n  \n  \n  \nMatthew Antolick\nLicensed Mental Health Counselor \nMatthew began working with couples in conflict in 2012\, while leading a group of musicians at Disney’s EPCOT in Orlando\, FL. He has master’s degrees in Philosophy and Counseling and is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Washington State. Matthew has experience working as a school counselor\, leader of relationship intensives\, as a counselor in a juvenile justice facility\, and as an in-home counselor for CPS-referred families in crisis with Institute for Family Development. He now works in private practice in Tacoma\, specializing in trauma-Informed individual and couples counseling. \n  \n  \n  \nDavid Combs\nCapital Access Manager at Spaceworks Tacoma (Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber of Commerce) \nDavid Combs serves as the Capital Access Manager at Spaceworks Tacoma\, a part of the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber of Commerce. Spaceworks Tacoma has partnered with Kiva to launch a microloan program for small businesses in Tacoma. These loans utilize crowdfunding to give business owners the opportunity to get 0% interest capital for their growing businesses. Spaceworks is committed to supporting Latinx and Native entrepreneurs and small businesses.
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/may-bi-monthly-task-force-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting – Please contact the event organizer for an invitation
CATEGORIES:Bi-monthly Task Force Meeting,Pierce County Community Engagement Task Force
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chloe Wilhelm":MAILTO:pccetf@workforce-central.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220422T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220422T113000
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SUMMARY:WFC Executive Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:For agenda and meeting packet\, click:  WFC Executive Board Agenda & Meeting Packet 4-22-22 \nMeeting Zoom link can be requested from info@workforce-central.org \nThis is the regularly scheduled Executive Board Meeting held quarterly.
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/wfc-executive-board-meeting-34/
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220421T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220421T163000
DTSTAMP:20260710T162642
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SUMMARY:Pierce County Workforce Development Board
DESCRIPTION:For agenda and meeting packet\, click: WDB Agenda & Meeting Packet 4-21-22 \nRequest the meeting Zoom link from info@workforce-central.org \nThis is the regularly scheduled WDC Meeting held the 2nd Thursday every other month.
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/pierce-county-workforce-development-council-2022-04-14/
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220406T115000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220406T125500
DTSTAMP:20260710T162642
CREATED:20220112T165758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220207T163703Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: SharedWork and WA Cares Fund (long-term services and supports)
DESCRIPTION:The Employment Security Department SharedWork/Business-Friendly Programs feature this important business webinar series. The webinar series provides program overviews and highlights the requirements and resources\, and the most current information for businesses. This valuable information will help businesses make informed decisions for their operational effectiveness\, stay resilient and thrive during the ebb and flow of economic cycles. \nThe webinar features the SharedWork program and the new WA CARES (Long term supports and services). Learn the latest developments of two important programs businesses need to know about for their operational effectiveness and to thrive. Register HERE.
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/webinar-sharedwork-and-wa-cares-fund-long-term-services-and-supports/
CATEGORIES:For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220323T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220323T110000
DTSTAMP:20260710T162642
CREATED:20220321T223545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220321T223611Z
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SUMMARY:Sumner\, WA Business Updates - Live Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Sumner is Thriving! \nJoin us to learn about the latest business updates specific to Sumner\, including information on economic development activity\, business and workforce resources\, and available employer and employee transit solutions. Register HERE.
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/sumner-wa-business-updates-live-webinar/
CATEGORIES:For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220311T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220311T153000
DTSTAMP:20260710T162642
CREATED:20220207T162214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220207T163004Z
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SUMMARY:EmPower Women's Leadership Conference
DESCRIPTION:EmPower Women’s Leadership Conference brings together women in trades careers to celebrate their success as leaders\, inspire other women to find and embrace their inner leader\, and showcase the possibilities when women succeed in breaking barriers. Hear from industry leaders\, current apprentices\, and a nutritional expert on what it takes to step into leadership\, and maintain a healthy lifestyle in all industries. FREE virtual event. REGISTER HERE.
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/empower-womens-leadership-conference/
CATEGORIES:For Businesses
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ORGANIZER;CN="Construction Center of Excellence":MAILTO:cce@rtc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220310T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220310T150000
DTSTAMP:20260710T162642
CREATED:20220127T171637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220207T163814Z
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SUMMARY:Alliance Northwest
DESCRIPTION:Alliance Northwest is the largest business-to-government conference in the Pacific Northwest. This event features high-quality workshops and matchmaking sessions between small businesses\, government agencies\, and prime contractors.  The event is in its 36th year.  Hosted by Thurston Economic Development Council\, home of Washington Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC)\, Alliance Northwest has a strong history of federal agency support. It is widely known as the place where business and government learn and connect. The event is being held virtually this year. Register HERE.
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/alliance-northwest/
CATEGORIES:For Businesses
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ORGANIZER;CN="Thurston County Economic Development Council":MAILTO:alliance@thurstonedc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220309T115000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220309T125500
DTSTAMP:20260710T162642
CREATED:20220112T165214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220207T163858Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: SharedWork & Industry Panel
DESCRIPTION:The Employment Security Department SharedWork/Business-Friendly Programs feature this important business webinar series. The webinar series provides program overviews and highlights the requirements and resources\, and the most current information for businesses. This valuable information will help businesses make informed decisions for their operational effectiveness\, stay resilient and thrive during the ebb and flow of economic cycles. \nThe webinar features the SharedWork program with a panel of businesses from different industries sharing their insights to help others. Learn the latest developments of two important programs businesses need to know about for their operational effectiveness and to thrive. Register HERE.
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/webinar-sharedwork-industry-panel/
CATEGORIES:For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220302T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220302T110000
DTSTAMP:20260710T162642
CREATED:20220201T215909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220301T234325Z
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SUMMARY:March Bi-Monthly Task Force Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Featured Presentation: Women’s History Month \nJoin us at our next bi-monthly Task Force meeting as we discuss and move forward with our initiatives. Our featured presentation for March will be centered on Women’s History Month. We’ll also be sharing out the Ask from the Lakewood Community’s leadership. \nThe Task Force meets on the first Wednesday of every other month to further group goals and initiatives. All Task Force members interested in attending this meeting are welcome to attend. \n  \n\nMeet our Speakers\nAmelia Ransom\nVP of Diversity\, Equity\, & Inclusion at Smartsheet \nAmelia Ransom\, SPHR is Vice President of Diversity\, Equity and Inclusion at Smartsheet. She is responsible for driving strategy and initiatives that impact\, solidify and improve company culture. She also leads Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) for the organization. Amelia has over 30 years of experience building and executing strategy within Human Resources and Business Operations in a world class and customer-centric organization. In addition to DEI\, her areas of expertise include leadership development\, early in career engagement and executive level mentorship and advisement. \nBefore joining Smartsheet\, Amelia was the Sr. Director of Engagement and Diversity at Avalara. She created the company’s first DEI strategy and was responsible for improving company engagement scores each year. Prior to that\, she held multiple regional and company-wide leadership positions at Nordstrom including store management\, Diversity and Inclusion and Learning and Development \nAmelia serves on the boards of the Seattle Chamber of Commerce\, Evergreen Goodwill of Northwest Washington\, The YWCA Seattle\, King and Snohomish and The Institute for Sustainable Diversity and Inclusion. \n  \nChelsea Behrens\nCareer Clarity Coach & Owner of Rise to the Occasion \nChelsea Behrens is a speaker\, career clarity coach\, and owner of Rise to the Occasion. She helps women in tech love their careers while leading extraordinary lives. Her own dynamic career – in film (Marvel Studios)\, finance\, technology\, coaching\, and speaking – has taught her how to live her dreams and realize expectations far beyond what she thought was possible. \nChelsea’s most recent work includes producing and hosting three online shows\, interviewing notable figures in thought leadership. She has been a featured speaker at companies like DocuSign\, OneLogin\, and Providence as an advocate for women’s empowerment and advancement in the workplace. Her new podcast\, 2x Women in Tech\, launches on March 8th this year! \nChelsea is driven by the power of positive change. She believes that authentic and diverse corporate leadership enhances the employee experience and provides all people with a path to rise up. \nWebsite: https://www.risetotheoccasion.com/\nLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chelseabehrens/\nInstagram: @chelseaseattle\nFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/seattlerise/ \n  \nKristine Reeves\nFounder of the Political Equity Project \nKristine Reeves served as a WA State Representative from 2017-2019. She was the first African American woman elected to the Washington State House in 18 years and the only woman in the legislature with children under 5. She resigned in 2019 to run for Congress in WA-10. Kristine went on to serve as the WA Senior Advisor for the Biden-Harris campaign. \nWhile in the state house\, Kristine was instrumental in championing issues on behalf of women and children\, working families\, and veterans. As an economic developer\, Kristine championed nation-leading legislation on childcare reform\, environmental justice\, and economic opportunity efforts. Kristine brought a lived experience to her work as a first-generation college graduate\, former foster youth\, and someone who experienced homelessness. While serving as Deputy Majority Whip\, she founded the legislature’s first Black Members Caucus and the first Veterans & Military Families Caucus. \nMotivated by her lived experience and challenged by the continued inequities perpetuated in access to and service in elected office for women and women of color in particular\, Kristine was inspired to launch the Political Equity Project\, focused on providing individual governance supports and organizational tools to combat systemic oppression and exclusion in public policy development and political institutions. Kristine is currently an Open Society Foundation “Leadership in Government” Fellow and attending Seattle Pacific University in pursuit of a doctorate in Industrial-Organizational Psychology. Kristine lives with her husband\, Camron\, and their two elementary-age children in Federal Way\, WA.
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/march-bi-monthly-task-force-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting – Please contact the event organizer for an invitation
CATEGORIES:Bi-monthly Task Force Meeting,Pierce County Community Engagement Task Force
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chloe Wilhelm":MAILTO:pccetf@workforce-central.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220224T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220224T100000
DTSTAMP:20260710T162642
CREATED:20220218T002131Z
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SUMMARY:Content Connection - Grow with Google
DESCRIPTION:Discover Google tools that can help business owners work and manage their business during this time of uncertainty. Plus\, get insights on more online and timely resources for small businesses. \nIn this workshop we’ll discuss how to:\n*Update critical business information online\n*Keep customers informed\n*Conduct virtual meetings\n*Access important files from anywhere \nSpeaker: Bryan Caplan\nBryan Caplan is all about helping you build a bigger\, better business. A national speaker for Grow with Google and Constant Contact\, award-winning CEO of Bryan Caplan Marketing and host of the Bigger Better Biz channel on YouTube\, Bryan works with entrepreneurs around the world\, teaching and coaching on digital marketing topics to help small businesses grow and succeed. \nBryan is a guest lecturer at several colleges and universities throughout the country. He has also been featured on Inc\, GoDaddy\, Constant Contact\, SCORE.org\, and the Boston Business Journal. \nAfter the event\, go to BryanCaplan.com/go to sign up for Bryan’s upcoming marketing classes\, join his free marketing community\, and apply for a free one-on-one strategy session with Bryan and his team. \nThe cost is free to Chamber members. $10 for non members. Register HERE.
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/content-connection-grow-with-google/
CATEGORIES:For Businesses
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tacoma Pierce Chamber":MAILTO:alisonb@tacomachamber.org
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