Recruit
Recruiting a skilled and diverse workforce is essential for increasing economic development, enhancing community services, and ensuring city stability. Our recruiting pillar helps support local businesses by bringing in diverse talent that enriches our local skill set. Recruiting within our community helps lower unemployment rates, reduce economic disparities, and create a more inclusive environment. ​
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RECRUITING OUTCOMES (2023-Present)
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5 Recruiting Events
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61 Recruiting Efforts
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6 Industry Tours
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9 Industries Covered
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155 Students in Attendance
Goal: Q4 2025
Starting a veterans initiative benefits businesses and communities by bringing in veterans with fresh perspectives, leadership skills, and adaptability. their diverse experiences enhance productivity, drive economic growth, promote diversity, and support community well-being.
Goal: Q4 2025
Through many recruitment efforts such as career fairs and industry tours, the Gateway Workforce Initiative strives to bridge the gap between students academic experiences and the professional world. By seeing firsthand how companies operate, hearing from those who have navigated their own career paths, and engaging in hands-on activities, students gain a clearer picture of various careers.
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Goal: Q4 2025
LEAP connects retired individuals and business professionals with local entrepreneurs, offering valuable industry expertise through volunteer work. It’s a community for networking, giving back, and supporting local business owners.
