The Business & Career Resource Cooperative
is a one-stop-shop for individuals and business owners to find the resources and training needed to develop their career goals and grow their business.

Resource Partners

 

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College of Central Florida
Business & Technology Department
352.873.5800
Small Business
Development Center 
Ocala District Office 
352.622.8763 
866.998.8332 
CareerSource
Citrus Levy Marion
352.840.5762
800.746.9950
 
Mid-Florida Regional Manufacturers Association
352.840.5764  
Talent Center
352.840.5762
844.364.9859
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Ocala Human Resource Management Association

http://ohrma.shrm.org/ 
Mid-Florida SCORE
352.399.0050
Marion Technical College
352.671.7200
CF Campus Locations 
Ocala Campus
3001 S.W. College Road
Ocala, FL 34474-4415 
352.873.5855
Citrus Campus
3800 S. Lecanto Highway
Lecanto, FL 34461-9026 
352.746.6721 
Levy Center
114 Rodgers Blvd.
Chiefland, FL 32626-1420
352.493.9533  

Talent Center Career Services:  
Got Degree? Get Hired! With the end of the college school year upon us, graduates will soon shift their focus from getting the right grades to stand out in the classroom  to developing the right resumes to stand out with prospective employers. Talent Center offers career services to graduates and outplacement like services to professionals in transition. Individuals looking to improve their marketing to local employers can take advantage of our E xpress Resume Workshop and Critique to ensure they are on track with creating job specific resumes that separate them from the competition. 

Four workshops are offered beginning Monday, May 15 from 10 am to noon and one from 2 pm to 4 pm and Friday, May 19 from 10 am to noon and one from 2 pm to 4 pm. The workshops and critiques are facilitated by our team of Certified Professional Resume Writers (CPRW). You'll have one-on-one time to discuss strategies for showcasing your "ideal" fit for positions you're qualified for. Can't attend a workshop? No worry! You can access a variety of career readiness tools at bit.ly/TCpacket. 

Also, check out Talent Center at talentcenter.org or call 352-840-5762. 


Lunch N Learn: 5 Ways to Automate Your Marketing
Get a free lunch AND stuff yourself with great ideas on how to make your life easier while  achieving the marketing essential to your small business.

We will be sharing the top 5 ways to automate your marketing while planning ahead to convert and keep customers. Learn how Autoresponders work while you focus on other things that must be done. You'll learn how to use them to follow-up, inform, entertain and provide incentives for action and engagement.
 
Presenter: 
Danna Crawford is an award winning marketer, public speaker, trainer, presenter and recognized expert on Email Marketing and Social Media Marketing.  Danna - The Power Selling Mom is a Certified Constant Contact Authorized Local Expert.


Tuesday May 23, 2017
from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM in Ocala.
Pre-registration is required for this FREE Lunch N Learn at  http://conta.cc/2kQDBDF

CareerSource CLM Business Technology Hiring Event - May 24th
CareerSource, the College of Central Florida and Marion Technical College are recruiting employers to participate in a Business & Technology Hiring event on Wednesday, May 24th.  CSCLM is working with our educational institutions to recruit recent graduates in business and technical fields to attend by "invitation only," a hiring event featuring employers in their field of study. Space is limited, so contact a business representative at (352) 873-7955 today if you would like to learn more about how to participate in this exclusive hiring event featuring new talent for your business needs.
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CareerSource CLM Youth Job Fair
Are you looking for help during the summer? CareerSource is putting on a hiring event for youth ages 16 to 24 on June 7th at the Webber Center in Ocala.  Since school will be getting out this month, we have many students and recent graduates looking for work during the summer.  If you are in need of part time, temporary help, or a student looking to have their 1st job while going to school, contact a CareerSource business representative at (352) 793-7995 to find out more about the event.
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CareerSource CLM Paid Internship Program:
CareerSource partners with our local educational providers to provide paid internships to recent college and/or vocational graduates to begin their careers in their field of study.  The internship program is sponsored by CSCLM in an effort to promote recent graduates and help connect talent to employers looking for these new skills.

CSCLM pays the internship to work at your place of business for 12 weeks, at 30 hours per week, and covers all cost associated with the intern (payroll, taxes & worker's compensation), with no cost and/or expense to you.  All employers have to do is provide guidance and support to the intern to help them gain valuable workplace experience. 

And, at the end of the 12 weeks - if you are pleased with the intern and wish to hire them, we may even be able to support you further with a possible On-the-Job training grant.  If you are interested in learning  how to take advantage of the paid internship, please contact a CareerSource business representative at (352) 873-7995. 
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Career Awareness/Talent Pipeline Video Promotion Project
CareerSource CLM is initiating a series of educational videos marketing industries in Marion, Citrus & Levy Counties through a 50-second video.  We are currently seeking employers in our targeted industries (Information Technology, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Health). This short video would help to promote their business and industry while educating our youth of career and industries in the region. The videos are professionally developed by Digital Fury.  In an effort to promote this program, CareerSource CLM will pay half of all costs.  Check out the  YouTube video link on employers who have already utilized this program: https://www.youtube.com/channel/video project
For more information on how to apply for this program, call 352-873-7991.

Ocala Campus
3001 S.W. College Road
Ocala, FL 34474
www.CF.edu/noncredit
Noncredit Business and Technology Courses June 2017

Contact Bonnie Hays at [email protected] or 352-854-2322, ext. 1855 for more information.



Basic AutoCAD
Basic AutoCAD will provide student with knowledge for entry-level jobs. Focus is on mechanical/electrical drafting. Student must provide their own laptop and download free AutoCAD software.
Dates: Tuesdays, May 30-July 25
Times: 1-4:30 p.m.
Cost: $275





Six Sigma Greenbelt Certification Prep Class
This class reviews the ASQ Book of Knowledge concepts in preparation for the Green Belt certification exam with ASQ. Includes individual and team projects to reinforce the student's knowledge of the quality tools. A basic understanding of these tools are expected. 
Purchase of handbook is required.
Dates: Tuesdays, May 30-August 8
Times: 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Cost: $375 ($350 for MRMA members)
*Funding assistance may be available - contact Bonnie Hays at  [email protected]  for details.
Coming in July 2017
  • Introduction to Microsoft Office 2016
  • Basic Excel 2016
Dates and times to be determined.
Seniors Starting Business
Are you nearing retirement and exploring new  opport unities? Or, are you wondering how you will generate income once yo u retire? A growing number of individuals over the age of 50+ are turning to small business ownership.  

Whether you are interested in starting a small business right away or are intending to wait until after retirement, now is the time to explore the possibilities.  SCORE is offering this workshop to help entrepreneurs test their new business idea and get started on the right path.

Tuesday, June 6, 2017  from 2 pm to 5 pm in Ocala.
There is a registration fee of $15 for this workshop but you can bring one guest for free.  Register at http://conta.cc/2nVgnxD   
Legal Structures for Business
Selecting the correct legal structure for your business can mean the difference between success and disaster. There are several approaches to  take but the right one for you will depend on your business and your circumstances. Come and learn from an expert who has already done it many times.

Presenter: Bill Callaghan is a local, serial entrepreneur who owns and has started multiple businesses. 

Wed, June 7, 2017 , 7:00PM til 8:00PM online
Preregistration for this free webinar is required at Legal Structures
How to Start YOUR Own Business (3 hours)
Do you have a great idea for a business but just don't know where to begin? This workshop will provide a comprehensive introduction on how to start your own business.

Topics covered include idea generation, the legal environment and business structures. 
*Workbook included.
 
June 7 | 9am - 12pm | $40 ($50 day of event)
July 5 | 9am - 12pm | $40 ($50 day of event)

Location | College of Central FL Ocala  
    
   
For additional information please call 866-998-8332
or email  [email protected]
 
SCORE a free Business Breakfast
Enjoy SCORE's  free  breakfast event where you will have the chance to network with other business people and learn about business services available to you.  Beverages and fresh pastries are catered by the talented students in the Culinary Arts department at the College of Central Florida.

Learn how free services from the SBDC and SCORE can assist your business planning and decision-making processes. Learn about a special marketing approach from the USPS. Bring your business cards and take advantage of this unique opportunity to connect with local mentors and fellow business owners.

Thursday, June 8, 2017 , 8:30 AM til 10:00 AM in Ocala.  Preregistration for this free event is required at   http://conta.cc/2qmpIBn. 

Community Health Workers Make a Difference
Need free health advice? Community Heath Workers with the Florida Department of Health in Marion County  provide free education to help our residents prevent and/or manage health conditions, like diabetes and heart disease.  Call the number below for more information on registration.  

Nursing students from the College of Central Florida and Marion Technical College join retired nurses and other health professionals who volunteer their time to make it easy for our community to choose healthy.



Free Diabetes Classes! Call 352-629-0137, ext. 2025


Congratulations 2017 Radiology Graduates!
100 % completion, highly skilled, workforce ready.

Marion Technical College is having the 43rd commencement at First Baptist Church located at 2801 SE Maricamp Rd.; Ocala, FL 34471 on June 15, 2017 at 7:00 pm.



For more information please call MTC at
Phone: (352) 671-7200
Speaking of Business
by Dr. Phil Geist

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