Aspire Announces Finalists for Women Leaders Awards

Congratulations to the finalists for Aspire’s Women Leaders awards! The Champion of Women Award recognizes an organization that prioritized women in leadership and provided women with opportunities for growth, both inside and outside their workforces. The Woman Leader of the Year Award recognizes a woman who has made a significant contribution to her company or organization as an influencer, leader, and ally. The winner in each category will be recognized on Friday, September 30th at the Women Leaders Workshop presented by Johnson Memorial Health.

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Ivy Tech Community College Launches Statewide Apprenticeship Hub Through the U.S. Department of Labor Apprenticeship Building America Grant

The U.S. Department of Labor has granted over $4 million to Ivy Tech Community College to create the Expanding Registered Apprenticeship Programs (ERAP). ERAP is a state-wide initiative to meet employer demands for skilled labor by supporting and improving apprenticeship programs as a viable post-secondary education option. Read more about the potential impacts of this grant here.

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Who You Know: Relationships, Networks and Social Capital in Boosting Educational Opportunity for Young Americans

Professional relationships that lead to jobs, business deals, housing and other resources and opportunities is known as ‘social capital’. Social networks have reshaped how young Americans are using their connections to find homes and careers. A recent Brookings report tells how social capital and online networks can be used for high schoolers pursuing post-secondary education. The report is available here.

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Aspire Business Celebrations

September 13, 2022

Kopetsky Auto Wash Groundbreaking

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Catalyst Insurance Group

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Bryce Avery Designs, LLC

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Municipal Matters Luncheon

Aspire is pleased to continue our Municipal Matters program in our Legislation Matters series lineup. Join us October 6 for a luncheon panel discussion with Johnson County elected officials. These individuals help drive economic development. They also oversee vital utility and protection services, community improvements, and residential growth. Attend to learn about their top priorities and recent development in local municipalities and throughout the county.

Thursday, October 6th

11:30am - 1:30pm

The Sycamore at Mallow Run

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