College and Technical Fair Results & Upcoming Events

Week of: March 30, 2015

Our Mission

JARI will be the collaborative force that enhances all aspects of our region to grow a diverse economy and build vibrant communities.

Consol Energy, Sunoco Logistics to Discuss Supply Chain Opportunities

Linda Thomson, President & CEO

JARI is pleased to welcome representatives of shale gas/gas companies to Johnstown on May 1 to discuss supply chain opportunities. Confirmed panelists include representatives of Consol Energy and Sunoco Logistics. Other invited participants include Halliburton, Baker-Hughes and Dominion. The Marcellus Shale Coalition is

co-hosting this meeting and will also have representatives in attendance. The session will begin at 11:30 am at the Johnstown Holiday Inn. The cost for attending is $35 which includes lunch. Please register for the session by contacting Cindy Saylor at [email protected].

Students Making Plans for the Future

Debi Balog, Workforce Development Director

On March 26th, 465 students from 11 Somerset County high schools attended the College and Technical Fair. The students had the opportunity to discuss education and career options with representatives from 59 colleges, technical schools, the military and skilled trade organizations. The fair also included a panel of employers who provided the students with insight on careers within their respective industries as well as information on the importance of critical workplace behaviors. Many thanks to the employers who participated on the panel:

Kathy Keiser/SFC Global Valve
Elizabeth Oakes/Augustine Die & Mold & Augustine Plastics
Nina Johnson/First Peoples Community Federal Credit Union
Sharon Rizzo/Somerset Hospital
Don Arena/Pipefitters Union and Apprenticeships
Adam Shaffer/National Park Service

The fair was hosted by Somerset County Chamber of Commerce, Success in Somerset County Committee.

Ask the Experts Panel
Michele Clapper, VP Economic Development

The Ask The Experts Panel will be held April 16th at noon at the JARI Center for Business Development. The presenters will be:

Brian Law, Prime Design Solutions
Lynn Michaels, CBIZ Insurance
Kayla Puchko-Stephenson, Puchko Financial
Nicole Molnar, Barnes, Saly & Company
George Gvozdich, Esq., Gvozdich Law Offices

This lunch and learn will give attendees an opportunity to gain insights through various subjects of expertise. The panel will cover topics regarding: