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JARI Attends NADIC Conference
Linda Thomson, President & CEO
JARI representatives attended the third annual NADIC Conference
in Washington, DC on April 16 and 17. JARI is a member of NADIC, an organization that promotes Norwegian/American defense collaboration supplying products and services to the US DoD. The theme of the organization is "Strength Through Cooperation." Specific conference discussions included the F-35 program and various weapons' systems. A special thank-you goes out to Kongsberg Protech Systems, Kitron and Nammo, for their support in furthering Johnstown participation in these initiatives.
Neighborhood Assistance Program Classes Underway
Debi Balog, Workforce Development Director
School started on April 20 for 18 individuals who enrolled in the Construction and Electrical Technology Programs conducted by the Greater Johnstown Career & Technology Center.
The 400 hour programs are funded through JARI's Neighborhood Assistance Tax Credit (NAP) Program. Upon completion, participants will earn a certificate in their respective course areas as well as their safety certifications. The NAP tax credit program provides businesses with state tax liability the option to make a donation to the JARI Workforce Program and receive 75% tax credits in exchange for their donation. The donations help to provide local residents with educational opportunities that lead to sustainable employment.
JARI is currently working on Phase 2 of the NAP Tax Credit Program. If you are interested in learning more about the program, please contact Debi Balog, Workforce Development Director at 814.262.8366 or via e-mail dbalog@jari.com.
JARI PTAC eCenter Direct Website
Lenora Leasure - Program Manager, PTAC
The JARI PTAC's eCenter Direct website, found at http://jari.ecenterdirect.com, is a valuable tool that includes new client sign-ups and training events. It also directs you to helpful links on the JARI website. We invite you to bookmark the site and check back to see what's new. Please contact us today for more information at (814) 535-8675 or jariptac@jari.com.