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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
DTSTAMP:20260711T203718
CREATED:20220419T172008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220420T220043Z
UID:8666-1650619800-1650627000@workforce-central.org
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:20260711T203718
CREATED:20201119T214640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220419T172210Z
UID:7532-1650553200-1650558600@workforce-central.org
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:20260711T203718
CREATED:20220112T165758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220207T163703Z
UID:8205-1649245800-1649249700@workforce-central.org
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:20260711T203718
CREATED:20220321T223545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220321T223611Z
UID:8594-1648029600-1648033200@workforce-central.org
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:20260711T203718
CREATED:20220207T162214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220207T163004Z
UID:8448-1646996400-1647012600@workforce-central.org
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:20260711T203718
CREATED:20220127T171637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220207T163814Z
UID:8412-1646899200-1646924400@workforce-central.org
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:20260711T203718
CREATED:20220112T165214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220207T163858Z
UID:8204-1646826600-1646830500@workforce-central.org
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:20260711T203718
CREATED:20220201T215909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220301T234325Z
UID:8431-1646211600-1646218800@workforce-central.org
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:20260711T203718
CREATED:20220218T002131Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220218T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220218T130000
DTSTAMP:20260711T203718
CREATED:20220216T223119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220216T224214Z
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SUMMARY:Content Connection: Online Library Resources for Your Business
DESCRIPTION:The Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber is looking to provide the business community access to FREE resources related to: hiring\, fund development\, staff education\, data\, marketing\, networking and more. If your business is looking to increase its tool kit and opportunities without taking a hit to your bottom line than join them on Friday for Content Connections a virtual session presented by the Pierce County Library. You must register HERE to get the meeting link. This is a complimentary service for Chamber members. If you are not a chamber member\, cost is $10.
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/content-connection-online-library-resources-for-your-business/
CATEGORIES:For Businesses
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tacoma Pierce Chamber":MAILTO:alisonb@tacomachamber.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220217T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220217T130000
DTSTAMP:20260711T203718
CREATED:20220105T195137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220211T020833Z
UID:8180-1645088400-1645102800@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! \nRegister today! \n  \nEmployers at this month’s job fair:\n\nFastenal\nPioneer Human Services\nLatchel\nTommy Nobis Center\nPenske\nAll Ways Caring\nRambo Total Pest Control\nKorean Women’s Association (KWA)\nCascade Eye & Skin\nMultiCare\nSkookum\nTool Gauge\nAmazon\nAero Precision\nColumbia Distributing\nO’Reilly Auto Parts\nChick-fil-A\nAAFES\nWDVA\nPierce County Roofers\nFedEx\nPierce Transit\nUSPS\nFred Meyer Distribution Center\nOdom Corporation\n\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-2/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220210T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220210T163000
DTSTAMP:20260711T203718
CREATED:20201119T214640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T153049Z
UID:7531-1644505200-1644510600@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:Pierce County Workforce Development Council
DESCRIPTION:For agenda and meeting packet\, click:  WDB Agenda & Meeting Packet 2-10-22 \nZoom information can be requested by emailing: 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-2022-02-10/
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220209T115000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220209T125500
DTSTAMP:20260711T203718
CREATED:20220112T164724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220207T163940Z
UID:8203-1644407400-1644411300@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: SharedWork and Paid Family and Medical Leave
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 Paid Family and Medical Leave for business resilience. 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-paid-family-and-medical-leave/
CATEGORIES:For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220119T115000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220119T125500
DTSTAMP:20260711T203718
CREATED:20220112T164329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220112T193118Z
UID:8201-1642593000-1642596900@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: SharedWork and LMEA data to start and/or grow your business
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 labor market and economic information for the resilience of new and existing businesses.
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/webinar-sharedwork-and-lmea-data-to-start-and-or-grow-your-business/
CATEGORIES:For Businesses
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220112T143000
DTSTAMP:20260711T203718
CREATED:20220112T173502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220112T173502Z
UID:8208-1641992400-1641997800@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:WFC Executive Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:For agenda and meeting packet\, click: Executive Board Agenda & Meeting Packet January 2022 \nZoom link information can be requested at info@workforce-central.org
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/wfc-executive-board-meeting-33/
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220105T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220105T110000
DTSTAMP:20260711T203718
CREATED:20220103T170115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220103T170542Z
UID:8171-1641373200-1641380400@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:January Task Force Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us at this month’s Task Force meeting as we discuss and move forward with our initiatives. Titled Collaboration for All of Us: The Past\, Present\, and Future\, our January presentation will feature a panel of speakers and will be centered on MLK and Black History Month. We will also be sharing out the ask from the Puyallup community’s leadership in preparation for our next Collaboration for a Cause distribution event. \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/january-task-force-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211216T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211216T130000
DTSTAMP:20260711T203718
CREATED:20211214T222438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220124T182722Z
UID:8150-1639645200-1639659600@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! \nRegister today! \nEmployers at this month’s job fair include:\n\nAgape Adoption Agency\nNextaff\nColumbia Distributing\nUSPS\nNorthrop Grumman\nAAFES\nKWA\nWalgreens\nTool Gauge\nUtiligi Communications\nPuget Sound Naval Shipyard\nO’Reilly Auto Parts\nTacoma Glass\nAmerican Structures & Design\nSouth Sound 911\nCommunity Health Care\nAero Precision Inc – Tacoma\nCascade Eye & Skin\nPioneer Human Industries\nAmazon
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/hire-pierce-county-virtual-job-fair/
LOCATION:Virtual via Hire Pierce County platform
CATEGORIES:For Businesses,For Job Seekers,Hiring Events,WFC Business Solutions Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://workforce-central.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/hpc-virtual-job-fair-12-2021-email-header.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211209T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211209T163000
DTSTAMP:20260711T203718
CREATED:20201119T214640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211206T224725Z
UID:7530-1639062000-1639067400@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:Pierce County Workforce Development Council
DESCRIPTION:For agenda and meeting packet\, click: WDC Agenda & Meeting Packet 12-9-21 \nYou may request Zoom link information for this meeting at 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-2021-12-09/
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211014T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211014T163000
DTSTAMP:20260711T203718
CREATED:20201119T214640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211011T202922Z
UID:7529-1634223600-1634229000@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:Pierce County Workforce Development Council
DESCRIPTION:For agenda and meeting packet\, click:  WDC & Executive Board Joint Meeting Agenda & Meeting Packet10-14-21 \nTo request Zoom meeting information\, send an email to 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-2021-10-14/
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210818T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210818T143000
DTSTAMP:20260711T203718
CREATED:20210818T132707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210818T132707Z
UID:7916-1629291600-1629297000@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:WFC Executive Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:For agenda and meeting packet\, click:  WFC Executive Board Agenda & Meeting Packet 8-18-21 \nZoom information can be requested from info@workforce-central.org
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/wfc-executive-board-meeting-32/
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210812T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210812T163000
DTSTAMP:20260711T203718
CREATED:20201119T214640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210812T211334Z
UID:7528-1628780400-1628785800@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:Pierce County Workforce Development Council
DESCRIPTION:For Agenda and Meeting packet\, click:  WDC Agenda & Meeting Packet 8-12-21 \nThe Zoom 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-2021-08-12/
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210614T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210614T133000
DTSTAMP:20260711T203718
CREATED:20210607T172858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210609T165111Z
UID:7821-1623672000-1623677400@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:WFC Executive Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:For agenda and meeting packet\, click:  WFC Executive Board Agenda & Meeting Packet 6-14-21 FINAL \nZoom link information can be requested from info@workforce-central.org \n 
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/wfc-executive-board-meeting-31/
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210610T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210610T163000
DTSTAMP:20260711T203718
CREATED:20201119T214640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210607T172432Z
UID:7527-1623337200-1623342600@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:Pierce County Workforce Development Council
DESCRIPTION:For the agenda and meeting packet\, click:  WDC Agenda & Meeting Packet 6-10-21 \nThis meeting will be conducted via Zoom.  To request Zoom information please contact 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-2021-06-10/
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210414T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210414T143000
DTSTAMP:20260711T203718
CREATED:20210225T001511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210225T001511Z
UID:7690-1618405200-1618410600@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:WFC Executive Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This is a regularly-scheduled meeting of the Chief Local Elected Officials\, Workforce Development Council Chair and WorkForce Central CEO. \nFor agenda and meeting packet\, click:
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/wfc-executive-board-meeting-19/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210408T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210408T163000
DTSTAMP:20260711T203718
CREATED:20201119T214640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210408T174231Z
UID:7526-1617894000-1617899400@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:Pierce County Workforce Development Council
DESCRIPTION:For agenda and meeting packet\, click:  WDC Agenda & Meeting Packet 4-8-21 \nThis is the regularly scheduled WDC Meeting held the 2nd Thursday every other month. \nTo request connection information\, please send a request to info@workforce-central.org \n 
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/pierce-county-workforce-development-council-2021-04-08/
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210217T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210217T103000
DTSTAMP:20260711T203718
CREATED:20170805T050607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210202T000258Z
UID:5857-1613552400-1613557800@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - WFC Executive Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This is a regularly-scheduled meeting of the Chief Local Elected Officials\, Workforce Development Council Chair and WorkForce Central CEO. \nFor agenda and meeting packet\, click:
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/wfc-executive-board-meeting-2019-03-21-2019-04-18-2019-08-21-2021-02-17/
LOCATION:WorkForce Central\, 3640 South Cedar St\, Suite E\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98409\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210211T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210211T163000
DTSTAMP:20260711T203718
CREATED:20201119T214640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210208T160350Z
UID:7525-1613055600-1613061000@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:Pierce County Workforce Development Council & WFC Executive Board Joint Meeting
DESCRIPTION:For the agenda and meeting packet\, click WFC Executive Board & WDC Joint Meeting Agenda & Meeting Packet 2-11-21 \nFor a link to join the meeting please contact us at 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-2021-02-11/
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210105T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210105T163000
DTSTAMP:20260711T203718
CREATED:20200406T233722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200406T233722Z
UID:6359-1609860600-1609864200@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:WDC Business Services Committee
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/wdc-business-services-committee-27/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201216T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201216T103000
DTSTAMP:20260711T203718
CREATED:20170805T050607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210210T142154Z
UID:5855-1608109200-1608114600@workforce-central.org
SUMMARY:WFC Executive Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This is a regularly-scheduled meeting of the Chief Local Elected Officials\, Workforce Development Council Chair and WorkForce Central CEO. \nFor agenda and meeting packet\, click:  WFC Executive Board Agenda & Meeting Packet 12-16-20 \nRequest a link to the Zoom meeting at info@workforce-central.org
URL:https://workforce-central.org/calendar/wfc-executive-board-meeting-2019-03-21-2019-04-18-2019-08-21-2020-12-16/
LOCATION:WorkForce Central\, 3640 South Cedar St\, Suite E\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98409\, United States
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