MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced his 2021-23 biennial budget would target more than $200 million in assisting small businesses. Further, investing more than $29 million in workforce development initiatives and a new $100 million venture capital program. “Over the past year, our small businesses have seen the effects of this pandemic firsthand. I am […]
Tag: Racine County Workforce Development
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Former Promotions Unlimited Employees See Pay Taken After Business Closure
After Promotions Unlimited abruptly closed its doors on Friday, the president of the company Lorraine Greenberg notified its employees via a letter sent Wednesday that the closure is permanent and its paycheck vendor is reversing the employees’ direct deposits. Mount Pleasant-based Roosevelt Capital LLC owns Promotions Unlimited, which supplies retail stores with dollar store items and […]
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Telecommunications Boot Camp Applications Available Now
Looking for a new gig or a new direction? Racine County Workforce Development and Gateway Technical College are now accepting applications for a Telecommunications Installer Boot Camp program. The camp begins March 9, 2015 and will last 12 weeks. Interested applicants should be: At least 18 years old and a Racine County Resident Able to […]
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CNC Bootcamp Applications Available For January Start
Looking for a new direction? CNC bootcamp might be the right way to go, and applications are now available for the program beginning in January. “Boot Camps have successfully provided qualified candidates who have the skills our local manufacturers are searching for. These Boot Camp graduates have over a 90% placement rate,” County Executive Jim […]
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Innovative Entrepreneur Award Nominations Open
Do you know an innovative entrepreneur or team who started a business in Racine County in the last three years? Racine County Workforce Development is accepting nominations for the 10th anniversary of the Apollo Award; a $2,000 cash award to help the chosen business with marketing, product development or research and development. The award was […]
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High School CNC Boot Camp Starts This Summer
High school students who will be seniors this fall are encouraged to pursue careers in CNC (computer numerical control) can by getting a head start this summer. Applications must be received by June 6, 2014. The Racine Workforce Development Center is accepting applications from students going into their senior year – and who are also […]
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Healthcare Forum for Job Seekers
Job seekers interested in exploring opportunities in the healthcare industry are invited to a Healthcare Employer Panel Discussion from 9 – 11 a.m. in Classrooms C & D on March 12 at the Racine County Workforce Development Center, 1717 Taylor Avenue. Representatives from Wheaton Franciscan, Lakeview Specialty Hospital & Rehab and Dental Associates will participate in the event. Here’s the […]