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NCWorks Career Center-Cabarrus: Changing Lives through the Power of Employment and Community Outreach
Centralina WDB Opens New Center in Concord
"One declaration I'm excited to share with you is, this is no longer the unemployment office, this is the NCWorks Career Center, it's a Career Center where people come to get assistance with their careers and it's where employers come to find people to fill their jobs," said Will Collins, Assistant Secretary of NC Commerce during the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the new NCWorks Career Center-Cabarrus.
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From L to R: Chris Carter Deputy of Staff for Congressmen Hudson, Will Collins, Assistant Secretary of NC Commerce, Steve Morris-Chairman for Cabarrus Co. Board of Commissioners, Mike Beaver, Centralina WDB Board member, Mary-Ann Rasberry, Centralina WDB Board member, David Hollars, Executive Director for the Centralina WDB, Gary Mason, Center Leader-NCWorks Career Center-Cabarrus, Paige Jordan-Representative for Cabarrus Regional Chamber of Commerce, and Tracie Brunt-Centralina WDB Board member.
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As Mr. Collins made this meaningful statement on Tuesday October 20, 2015, the crowd filled with nearly 100 people cheered with jubilance. There was an overwhelming amount of joy which filled the walls of 845 Church St. North, Suite 201 in Concord. Immediately as guests walked through the doors of the newest Center powered by the Centralina Workforce Development Board, people were in awe not only because of the tremendous turnout which ranged from government officials, partner agencies, employers, and community residents but also because of the alluring infrastructure of the new facility.
The Centralina Workforce Development Board, which is responsible for the oversight and operation of local NCWorks Career Centers, has developed a vision and plan of action for upgrading Career Center facilities and changing the service environment. The NCWorks Career Center-Cabarrus is the latest example of this "new day for workforce services" that started in the region with the opening of the new NCWorks Career Center in Mooresville earlier this year.
"The change from the old facility to the new facility is extraordinary. To me, the way the set-up is, the one-on-one attention, and just the overall environment is hands down 100 percent better than the old facility," said Howard Hoyle, with HHJ Construction, Inc.
The event was filled with prominent leaders across the state and around the Cabarrus County community. This included Centralina WDB members Tracie Brunt (S & D Coffee - Concord), Mike Beaver (Beaver Brothers, Inc. - Salisbury), and Mary Ann Rasberry (Alliance for Children - Monroe).
Guest speakers for the Ribbon Cutting ceremony included:
Chris Carter-Deputy Chief of Staff for the U.S. Representative Richard Hudson
Will Collins- Assistant Secretary of NC Commerce
Steve Morris-Chairman for Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners
Ryan Dayvault-Mayor Pro Tem for Kannapolis
Paige Jordan-Representative for the Cabarrus Regional Chamber of Commerce
The new Center is interactive and shows an immediate response to all job seekers and employer's needs. Customers not only have the opportunity to be in the new location, but also touch and feel the new modern day furniture, up-to-date technology, and see new employers coming in each week. The NCWorks Career Center-Cabarrus has two conference rooms and enclosed offices for employers to interview individuals' one-on one.
 "It hasn't been just a change in environment but a change of processes, change of employees, and a new way of serving our customers," said Gary Mason, Center Leader for the NCWorks Career Center-Cabarrus. "We're getting good feedback and they're saying they don't feel like it's the same place, everything is new. Its new technology and new employers coming in as well. It's our fresh start for not only us, but the entire Cabarrus County."
Mason mentioned during the ceremony since the Center opened, an increased number of employers have utilize the space. In fact, Amazon recently hosted a job fair at the Center for 800 positions. Over 300 job seekers attended the event and 160 individuals were hired on the spot.
"We're bringing people in front of employers and bridging that gap between the two and that's my goal, which is to change what workforce looks like for Cabarrus County," Mason said.
At the event a host of job seekers and employers had plenty to say regarding the appearance of the new Center and the services offered.
"Since this facility opened up it changed my whole attitude," said Tina Hatley, job seeker at the NCWorks Career Center-Cabarrus. "The people are very pleasant, full of energy, and their energy bounces off to you because they let you know that you can succeed. That's the one thing I needed to hear, and I've heard it here more than I've heard it anywhere else."
The Center staff mentioned words like thoughtful, compassionate, relative, and heartwarming as words to describe the experience they will continue to give customers who come into the NCWorks Career Center-Cabarrus.
"This Center is a huge step in the right direction," said Chris Carter, Deputy Chief of Staff for Congressman Richard Hudson. "I commend everyone here for working as a family in efforts to continue to rebuild this economy."
 As one exits the NCWorks Career Center-Cabarrus they will see two words mounted on the walls of the new facility, which will forever bring the whole county together, and it's "Team Cabarrus".
A big thank you to all the members of Team Cabarrus at the NCWorks Career Center for their dedicated work with employers and career seekers every day. Special thanks to NCWorks Project Manager Tammy Underwood and her staff with Centralina Workforce Services in making the Board's vision for a new center a reality in Concord.
For more information regarding the NCWorks Career Center-Cabarrus, contact Center Leader Gary Mason at
[email protected]
or by calling (704) 786-3183.
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Elite Metal Performance Finds Right Talent through Centralina WDB On-the-Job Training (OJT) Services
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"I've told companies they have to meet the staff at Centralina Workforce Services and see what Centralina WDB's OJT program is all about," said Michelle Beck, Elite Metal Performance's Office Administrator. "People ask us where did we find our new skilled worker and I tell them, Centralina WDB's OJT program. This is what they do."
Elite Metal Performance, Inc
. is a company who specializes in custom trailers, machine shop, and racing products. The Mooresville company also forms parts for biomedical companies and install bailors with a staff of 11 individuals. With the small employment team, the CEO reached out to Denisha Torrence-Nesbit, Employer Services Consultant with Centralina Workforce Services regarding hiring from a qualified pool.
In the past, the company took advantage of the services offered through Centralina Workforce Services using the OJT system backwards.
"When we worked the system backwards, we pulled people off the street without grooming them for us behind the scenes," Beck said. "Centralina Workforce Services and the OJT program cleans the individual up and iron them out before we bring them on to train."
Beck said the organization wanted to do things differently because they truly believed the system only works if they do it the Centralina WDB way.
During the OJT process, Centralina Workforce Services staff work with the individual one-on-one through a 6 month span. Through the Centralina WDB services, the candidate is hand-picked after taking classes on resumes, developing people skills and communications skills, and much more.
"We feel Centralina Workforce Services are very selective when it comes to job candidates and it's best to take their classes and go through their process rather than doing hiring the way we did it in the past," said Beck. "Centralina Workforce Services is helping people's confidence level and helping them get their feet wet before being thrown into work."
The company hired John Cooper in January 2015 as a machine shop worker. Cooper went through training for six months and finished in July. As of today, he has picked up new skills which has made him a very versatile employee for Elite Metal Performance.
"If I had to tell the folks at Centralina Workforce Services something, I would say thanks for pointing me in the right direction and helping me get where I am now," Cooper said.
For more information regarding the Centralina Workforce Development Board's OJT services, contact Vail Carter, Centralina WDB Business Services Coordinator at
[email protected]
or (704) 348-2710 or Jeremy Wilson, Centralina Workforce Services Work Based Learning Specialist at
[email protected]
or 704-360-8067.
Union County Chamber of Commerce and Centralina WDB and Others Partner For Manufacturing Week for Local Students
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Pat Kahle, President of Union County Chamber of Commerce pictured with Vail Carter, Centralina WDB Business Services Coordinator
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During the week of September 28 through October 2 2015, Union County students were able to experience a week-long Manufacturing Awareness Week. The two year initiative was created to increase awareness of the benefits of manufacturing in the community such as the jobs created, the infrastructure supported through the taxes manufacturers pay, and improve quality of life for all due to the contributions made by manufacturers. The Manufacturing Awareness Week and related events were part of the National Manufacturing Awareness culminating with National Manufacturing Awareness Day on Friday October 2. The events in Union County were coordinated by the Union County Chamber of Commerce. The Centralina Workforce Development Board was proud to be a platinum sponsor for Manufacturing Awareness Week in Union County.
The objective was to promote manufacturing as a premier career choice to students, parents, and educators. With over 150 manufacturers in Union County, leaders knew a one day event wouldn't seem beneficial to the residents of the county which resulted in the creation of the initiative. A planning committee with representatives from Union County Public Schools, South Piedmont Community College, and the Union County Chamber of Commerce, a social media expert, two marketing specialists, and manufacturers all brainstormed about the initiative.
With the right decision makers at the table, they designed activities that worked for the school system and manufacturers. Last year 1,100 people participated in the week of activities and this year the initiative reached over 1,900 individuals which increased by 73 percent.
 The Chamber created contests among the high schools to encourage attendance at the events. The contest were points-driven with extra points awarded for the attendance of parents, teachers, guidance counselors, and administrators. The winning high school receives a cash prize to be used to purchase STEM-related technology for school. The students competed for a $1,000.00 scholarship to South Piedmont Community College by submitting graphics and videos about local manufactures.
Some of the Make It in Union County Manufacturing Awareness Week included:
Tuesday and Wednesday: Open House Events at local manufacturing facilities. The events were open to public but marketing is focused on students, parents, and educators. Guest were able to attend field trips during school hours to two manufacturers-Charlotte Pipe and Foundry and Plastics Divisions and Vanguard Pal Lung.
Thursday: Manufacturing Showcase Event at South Piedmont Community College. The Showcase Event offers manufacturers an opportunity to set up table top displays for students, parents, and educators. Attendees met manufacturers, saw videos of manufacturing processes and facilities, and participated in hands-on activities. Attendees tried on air packs used by firefighters, used a welding simulator, saw and worked with robots, and many other activities. Vail Carter, Centralina WDB Business Services Coordinator and Asia Wilson, Centralina WDB Communications Specialist both participated as a booth vendor at the event.
 "Centralina WDB is a great partner for the Chamber and for the Make It in Union County Initiative," said Pat Kahle, President of the Union County Chamber of Commerce.
Carter serves on the Chamber's Workforce Development Coalition and keeps the organization informed about regional and state initiatives. Centralina WDB was the sponsor of the Manufacturing Showcase Event and a great partner of the week's activities. The sponsorship help fund marketing, contest to encourage attendance, and a breakfast event which occurred on Friday.
"Centralina WDB plays a vital role in workforce development and manufacturing awareness in Union County," said Kahle.
The Centralina Workforce Development Board is proud to partner with the Make It in Union initiative. To discover more exciting stories in the Centralina WDB region, please continue to look to the next Centralina WDB e-newsletter.
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Industry-Supported NC Manufacturing Institute Graduates Second Class - Trainees Get Jobs Immediately in Fastest Growing Industry in the Region
Next NCMI Information Sessions to Enroll in Training are November 12 and 18
No industry in this area is creating jobs in larger numbers and growing faster than manufacturing. Local manufacturers like Perdue Foods, S&D Coffee, and Agility Fuel Systems have partnered with the
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, the Centralina Workforce Development Board
, and
chambers of commerce and economic development leaders from Cabarrus and Rowan counties
to design and implement the
North Carolina Manufacturing Institute (NCMI)
, an 8-week intensive training program to prepare individuals with the skill sets through attainment of a Certified Production Technician (CPT) certificate for employment in the high-tech and growing field of manufacturing.
 The second class who participated in the eight-week training program recently graduated on October 20, 2015 at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College in Salisbury. The next day graduates were able to attend a Meet and Greet session with local employers affiliated with the North Carolina Manufacturing Institute. The companies included: Carolina Precision Manufacturing, DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation, S&D Coffee, Perdue Foods,
And Agility Fuel Systems
During the graduation ceremony, Darren Cluster, a recent graduate of the NCMI's first class came and spoke to the graduates about his experience in the NCMI and where he is today. Cluster landed a job at Perdue foods after his graduation a couple of months ago.
"If I didn't meet the people and the companies I met through this process or just getting through this eight-week course, I wouldn't be able to stand in front of you like this three months ago," Cluster said.
The program's success speaks for itself. The vast majority of graduates' secured employment prior to graduation, or within a few short weeks of graduating. The program allows students to be in front of local employers by going on field trips to manufacturing plants or hosting Meet and Greet sessions with the employers.
 At the last Meet and Greet event on October 21, the students were able to ask questions as the employers set in the hot seat. Each of the students had their own stations spread across the room. While the employers moved from station to station during the reversed interview process.
"I was really excited about meeting the employers who were interested in us because I never really had that situation before," said Sherry Gobble, recent NCMI graduate. "Most of the time you apply online and never hear from them again so having the reverse interview was truly exciting."
The second class of graduates included:
Antonio Beatty
Sherry Gobble
Samantha McManus
Deshon Mills
Monique Sharpless
Lisa Solomon
Phil Thomas
Patrick Goodnight
The next eight-week NCMI training program begins in January. Those interested must attend a Discovery (orientation session). The next Discovery Sessions will be held on:
- Thursday November 12 at 1 p.m., Rowan-Cabarrus NC Research Campus building, Kannapolis, Room 115
- Wednesday November 18 at 5:30 p.m., Rowan-Cabarrus NC Research Campus building, Kannapolis, Room 115
For more details on the NCMI or to register, visit
www.ncmanufacturinginstitute.com
. Along with Rowan-Cabarrus CC, the Centralina WDB network of NCWorks Career Centers also serve as a first point of contact for individuals seeking more information on the NC Manufacturing Institute.
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Concord Business Ranks High in NC
S&D Coffee and Tea Placed in Top 100
S&D Coffee & Tea
, the nation's largest custom coffee roaster and supplier of iced tea to the food service industry, has been named one of the largest privately held businesses in North Carolina as indicated by its inclusion in the 2015 Grant Thornton North Carolina 100. S&D Coffee & Tea is based in Concord, NC (Cabarrus County).
Since 2014, the company increased three spots in the NC 100 rankings, now holding the 12th highest position.
"We are proud to once again be included in the NC100 and of the successes that contributed to our growth over the past year," said John Buckner, Vice President of Marketing for S&D.
"This honor represents the dedication of more than 1,100 S&D employees who work tirelessly to strengthen our partnerships and provide our customers with the highest quality, innovative beverage solutions."
For over three decades, the NC100 has ranked the state's largest private companies by revenue from the last fiscal year, excluding nonprofit, financial services and health care companies.
The Centralina Workforce Development Board would like to congratulate S&D Coffee and Tea for this accomplishment. Tracie Brunt, Vice-President of Human Resources at S&D Coffee and Tea serves on the Centralina Workforce Development Board.
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EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT
MEET THE STAFF: Franecia Rosemond
OCCUPATION: Talent Development Consultant at the NCWorks Career Center-Cabarrus
How long have you been working at the NCWorks Career Center and how did you start in the industry?
I've been working here since September 3, 2014. Before working here, I actually ran a federal employment program called Matching Grants for Refugees for a non-profit called African Services in Greensboro, NC. So I had workforce development experience through that but it was more of a diverse population that I was dealing with.
What do you like most about your job?
My love for the people. Seeing the person grow and see them being able to develop positive outcomes and be able to feed their families. I tell them all the time, "I'm about you feeding your family and about you being self-sufficient. You're not just a number. We're not just going to paper push you. So they are my motivation, they are what gets me up. To see an individual and help them transition and accomplish their goal is everything to me and that's why I am still here. It's about those customers and changing their lives.
Why should people come to the NCWorks Career Center-Cabarrus?
Our team is passionate about helping people and we do not pretend. You will get it from the top to the bottom here. That's what I love about our Center Leader because he rolls up his sleeves. No one is going to walk right by you and be too proud to talk to you. Everybody is going to roll up their sleeves to help you and make you feel at home. You're not a number here and you can talk to us.
Why should customer trust you to help them?
They should trust me because I've been in their shoes before and probably even worst. So I know what they're going through. I know how eager they're in getting a job. I feel like by me telling my story to them, they feel comfortable like they're not alone. I tell them the reality of life and this is what it is and we will work together as a team. We will get it done and I will fight for you but you got to work too.
Why do you feel the need to inspire the people who come in the doors every day?
I'm a people person. This isn't just another job for me, this is a passion. It is a fulfillment like I've made a difference in somebodies life. Even if it's just a single word that I've said to them to give them hope, when they were giving up on themselves. That's why I feel the need to inspire them. I just want to continue serving people and I feel like that's what I was put here to do.
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Manufacturing Week - The Centralina WDB Way
Stanly County Economic Development and Centralina WDB and Other Partners Build Manufacturing Awareness With The Next Generation of Workers
The Stanly County Economic Development Center (EDC) under the director of Paul Stratus hosted National Manufacturing Week on which started on September 29, 2015 with a tour at Powerstream and ended on October 2, 2015 at Norwood Manufacturing. Local eighth graders from Stanly County schools participated in informational tours.
"We're very thankful for the partnership with the Centralina Workforce Development Board, Stanly Community College, Stanly County Economic Development Commission and Stanly County Chamber of Commerce for providing students the opportunity to learn about local workforce needs in the manufacturing industry," said Jency Speight, Middle School Director for Stanly County Schools.
 The goal of Manufacturing Week was to educate local 8th graders about advanced manufacturing career opportunities within the county. The event was created to spark interests that would eventually inspire students throughout the remainder of their educational careers.
The participating 8th graders were students enrolled in their school's STEM Lab (STEM - science, technology, engineering, and mathematics). Most of the students are said to already perform well within advanced manufacturing. One of the major goals for this event was to introduce em to local manufacturers offering great career opportunities.
 The partners in the week-long event were Centralina Workforce Development Board, Stanly County Economic Development Commission Stanly Community College, and Stanly County Chamber of Commerce.
The tours included visits to the following local employers:
Powerstream
on Tuesday September 29: North Stanly Middle School students
Norwood Manufacturing
on Wednesday September 30: South Stanly Middle School students
Chicago Tube & Iron
on Thursday October 1: Albemarle Middle School students
Norwood Manufacturing
on Friday October 2: West Stanly Middle School students
"I personally loved the tours of both Powerstream Industries and the AMIT building at Stanly Community College. I showed video clips of these types of facilities and careers to my students but the tour made it real for them," said Corletta Barbee, STEM teacher from North Stanly Middle School. "They really loved seeing the machines at work while watching the workers perform their daily task."
Students were asked what they liked best. Overwhelming, the most common responses were the following:
"We were amazed watching the water jet machine at Powerstream. It seemed impossible that water pressure could cut the medal. The Atlanta Braves metal sign that was tooled was awesome!"
"The 3D printer at Stanly Community College was awesome to watch and we loved playing with the objects that it had made".
The students had a great time and seemed to enjoy the trip overall.
 Centralina WDB Youth Specialist Solomon McAuley and Centralina WDB Communications Specialist Asia Wilson
joined the tours on Thursday and Friday and had an opportunity to greet the middle schoolers. McAuley, encouraged the middle schoolers to maximize every opportunity they have to be explore potential careers. McAuley also reminded them that opportunities do not vanish, they just go to someone else who really wants it.
The Centralina Workforce Development Board are proud partners with the Stanly Economic Development Center, Stanly Chamber of Commerce, and Stanly Community College. The Board and the NexGen Council are extremely pleased with the outcome of the week-long event. For more information regarding the event, contact Solomon McAuley, Centralina WDB Youth Specialist at
[email protected]
or (704) 348-2725.
NEXGENeration of Talent Begins Career in Manufacturing
 Jasmine Seabrooks enrolled in the Centralina WDB funded NEXGEN services with Salisbury-Rowan Community Action Agency (SRCAA) in March 2015. She was interested in earning her GED and gaining work experience. What she got was a lot more than that!
Jasmine gained work experience through a limited internship, working in the Mayor's office in the Town of East Spencer as a clerical assistant. She stated that the skills she learned in the leadership session, "Essential Interviewing and Mock Interviews" helped her to be prepared when she was called for an interview at Freightliner. In August 2015, Jasmine was hired as a full-time employee with Freightliner in Cleveland NC.
Jasmine plans to continue her academic studies by doing work at home to obtain her GED. Jasmine's career goal is to become a lawyer for the military.
Jasmine is a shining example of what the Centralina WDB and its network of NEXGEN service providers do on a regular basis to ensure that our local employers have a great, ready to work talent pipeline for now and years to come.
For more information on NEXGEN and how we can help youth and young adults achieve their career path, contact
Solomon McAuley, Centralina WDB Youth Specialist at
[email protected]
or (704) 348-2725.
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Want Your Business To Grow? - This Can Help!
Export University 101 - Thursday December 10 - Gaston College Dallas Campus
DALLAS, N.C.-North Carolina exports continue to grow in 2014, North Carolina companies exported over $31 billion in goods. Since 2002, N.C. exports have doubled. To help continue this export momentum, the North Carolina District Export Council (NCDEC), the U.S. Department of Commerce's U.S. Commercial Service office, and Gaston College will represent Export University, a series of courses on exporting designed to help U.S. companies begin an export initiative and gain increasing skills in innovation in their international sales.
The Export University 101 event will be held on Thursday, December 10, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. It will met in the Gaston College Myers Center Multipurpose Auditorium, 201 Highway 321 South, Dallas, NC.
The introductory course, Export University 101-Introduction to Exporting, is targeted at new-to-export firms and current exporters that would like expert advice on the export process basics. It will be offered on the Dallas Campus of Gaston College. Subsequent courses meet at other locations.
Topics to be presented include:
- Getting Started in Exporting, Market Research, and Finding Overseas Customers
- Developing Your Export Plan
- Export Documentation and Logistics
- Incoterms 2010
- Getting Paid
- Legal Considerations in Exporting
- How We Did It-Export Success
The Export University presenters are international trade practitioners and members of the NCDEC, a group of private sector individuals appointed by the U.S. Secretary of Commerce to provide mentoring on exporting. They present the course material drawing from their extensive expertise in international trade.
The registration fee for the course is $65.00 and includes refreshments, lunch, all course materials, and networking opportunities with experienced exporters. Attendees will also receive a certificate of completion following the course.
Registration through NCDEC. To register on-line, go to:
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Brad Keselowski Racing Locates to Statesville - Will Invest Up to $3 Million and Create 40 Jobs
Brad Keselowski Racing (BKR)
, led by NASCAR Sprint Cup Series and NASCAR XFINITY Series champion Brad Keselowski, has announced that they have relocated from Mooresville to an existing building at 258 West Aviation Drive in Statesville (Iredell County). The team at Statesville Regional Development were instrumental in making this happen.
The building formerly served as the shop for Burger King Racing and has been completely renovated and expanded to nearly twice its original size. The renovations are expected to be completed in time for the start of the 2016 racing season.
"We are proud to be a Ford team and we're located literally next door to a GMS Racing, which is a Chevy team, so that should make for a fun neighborhood rivalry," Keselowski said.
"The first time I visited Statesville was about 10 years ago and I immediately liked the area. Statesville and Iredell County are primed for more growth in the future and I'm proud to be part of it. The interstate 40/77 Interchange Project is important because it will strengthen the infrastructure. Our location in Statesville is perfect because we do not have the traffic and congestion that surrounds the greater Charlotte area, plus we can tap into the area's skilled workforce. The Statesville Regional Airport is a key asset to us because with our hectic travel schedule it's critical to have a first-class facility that is located adjacent to BKR."
Please continue to look to the Centralina Workforce Development Board's monthly E-Newsletter for updates on exciting developments in the region. For more information, contact Michael Smith or John Marek at Statesville Regional Development at 704-871-0062 or visit their website at
www.statesvilleregion.com
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Manufacturing Tour Brings Students Awareness of Local Career Opportunities
Freightliner Host Students on Manufacturing Day
While China and India are growing much faster in their manufacturing, the United States is also a leader in manufacturing as well. The good news is manufacturing is not dead in our country, especially in the Centralina region.
In fact, local students were able to tour Daimler Trucks North America's (DTNA) plant in Cleveland as part of Rowan County's National Manufacturing Day on Friday October 2, 2015. The students walked through a guided tour of the Freightliner plant in Rowan County listening to presentations from local companies.
Cleveland Plant Manager Henning Bruns and U.S. Representative Virginia Foxx
gave speeches to the students at the conclusion of the day. During the speeches, company officials and politicians talked about the importance of the youth in the America society consider manufacturing careers.
Freightliner's event in Cleveland, was one of more than 2,300 across America. 50 students from West Rowan and West Iredell high schools took the tours during this day. Students from the Career Academy and Technical School in Troutman also participated.
The event offered students with the opportunity to explore potential careers in the manufacturing industry. During the event, some of the employees at manufacturing plant also came around to hear Foxx speak. Foxx said about 5 million jobs in America are vacant with a lack of qualified workers.
"We're trying to make it easier for you than it's been in the past by providing you the opportunity to get the skills," Foxx said.
During the day Foxx told students to not overlook the value of a career in manufacturing. Bruns mentioned the staff at Freightliner aren't limited to assembly jobs. They can actually move into supervisory roles with experience.
The Centralina Workforce Development Board is a proud partner of Freightliner, RowanWorks, Rowan County Chamber of Commerce, Rowan-Salisbury Schools, and Rowan-Cabarrus Community College. The Board is happy with the participation of Freightliner during the National Manufacturing Day. Please continue to look to the Centralina Workforce Development Board's e-newsletter for more exciting stories in the region.
Dr. Daron "Chip" Buckwell Named New Kannapolis Schools Superintendent
 Dr. Daron "Chip" Buckwell
will serve as the interim superintendent for Kannapolis City Schools after former Superintendent, Dr. Pamela Cain recently left. The transition became effective Monday, October 26, 2015.
Dr. Buckwell has been with Kannapolis City Schools since 1985. During this period, he has served as a teacher, dropout preventions coordinator, director of student services, and director of testing, principal, and assistant superintendent. Dr. Buckwell was also affiliated with the Centralina Workforce Development Board in the 1980's.
The Centralina Workforce Development Board would like to congratulate Dr. Buckwell as he pursues his new role with Kannapolis City Schools. For more developments around the Centralina region, please look to our November e-newsletter for local region news.
Alicia Herrin Named New Director of Small Business & Entrepreneurial Development with Stanly Community College
The Centralina Workforce Development Board is pleased to announce
Alicia Herrin as the new
Interim Director of Small Business & Entrepreneurial Development with
Stanly Community College. Herrin embarked on her new journey on November 2, 2015. With a solid background at Stanly Community College, she will continue to interact with many community and business resources in Stanly County.
Herrin has played a vital role in the Stanly County community for many years. She has also worked with the Centralina Workforce Development Board on many initiatives such as the 1,000 in 100.
The Centralina Workforce Development Board is proud to partner with Stanly Community College. The Board is also proud with Herrin's new journey. Please continue to look to the Centralina Workforce Development Board's monthly E-Newsletter for updates on exciting developments in the region.
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