Monday, May 10, 2021
United Economic Leadership
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Business Development Board
of Martin County
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"Normally when you’re getting unemployment, the whole idea is that’s temporary, and you need to be looking for work to be able to get off unemployment," Gov. Ron DeSantis on requirement for people on unemployment to show proof they're looking for a job.
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Essential survey
Council of Chambers gathering intel to help businesses attain needed hires
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It's a worker's job market.
Employers repeatedly emphasize this important point: They want--and need--quality hires.
Our partners at the Council of Chambers are reaching out to local businesses in a collaborative effort to better ascertain their workforce needs.
Business owners, please take a moment to fill out this important survey. The results will further inform this employer-focused network of resources that can help you recruit and retain talent.
"People, trained employees, are the No. 1 business commodity across the country. Martin County is no different," says Joe Catrambone, president/CEO of the Stuart/Martin County Chamber. "The Council of Chambers, working with county leaders, will provide solutions to help our most valuable assets--Martin County businesses--find ready employees."
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Don't just dream it, do it: Class starting Tuesday beckons entrepreneurs to go big |
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If your entrepreneurial dreams are ready to take flight, then think of Side Hustle to Main Gig as your pilot's school, crew team and control tower to get off the ground. Click the video to hear more from Tiffany Barnett, one of the program's founders.
A partnership with Martin County, the City of Stuart, NAACP of Martin County, Indian River State College and the Small Business Development Center and the BDBMC, Side Hustle to Main Gig avails to you experts that equip you with the tools, tips and tactics to position your ambitions for success.
The inaugural class starts tomorrow - Tuesday, May 11 and runs through June 15 at the 10th Street Community Center, 724 S.E. 10th Street, Stuart.
- 6 Steps to Success
- Lean Biz Planning
- Magnetic Marketing
- Side Hustle Financial Basics
And on June 15 (last night and Graduation), participants will have access to a distinguished panel of local experts in the legal, accounting, tax, insurance, and IT field available to answer any and all questions you have pertaining to your emerging business.
Cost is $25. Only 35 slots are available. Call James Carroll at 772.221.1380 to reserve your spot.
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Employers, connect virtually with IRSC students, alums at Tuesday's Spring/Summer 2021 Job Fair |
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The IRSC students/alums Spring/Summer 2021 Job Fair takes place virtually 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 11.
Employers can register to participate and meet prospects through voice calls or video chat rooms.
Key details:
When registering for this event, please ensure the email address provided will be able to receive mail from *.careerfairplus.com. You will begin to receive instructions directly from Career Fair Plus after registering.
(You may need to contact your IT team to help add this to the allowed list of domains from which you can receive emails.)
You will receive an invitation to join Career Fair Plus on May 11, 2021.
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Martin County high schools chart among top in state, nation |
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In its annual rankings of the Best High Schools in the nation, U.S. News & World Report placed three Martin County high schools among the top 20 percent in the nation.
“I was ecstatic to learn that each of our schools was named to the 2021 list of America’s Best High Schools,” Superintendent John D. Millay shared. “The rankings achieved by our schools are a direct reflection of the District's dedication to our mission of educating all students for success. I am proud of each of our high school students, teachers, administrators and support staff members for this remarkable accomplishment.”
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Put teens to work this summer without picking up the tab |
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Small business owners: Would you take on paid teen interns this summer if you didn't have to fund their paid internship?
This could be the opportunity you--and more importantly, a local teen who's determined to learn, earn and position themselves for future success--have been looking for.
CareerSource Research Coast is funding the Summer of Success 2021 project, an employer hosting opportunity for Martin County. Private, nonprofit and public companies are invited to participate.
Created to provide "meaningful internship opportunities," the program funds internships for Martin County youth ages 16-19 from June 12 through July 9.
Young people first attend the Youth Employment Success Solutions (YESS) training prior to placement and are matched according to career interests and geographical location.
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Numbers to Know - Where millennials are moving* |
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No. 5
Florida's ranking among states of preference (behind Texas, Colorado, Washington, Arizona)
14,328
Numbers of millennials to relocate to Florida
40,000
Number of millennials to leave New York City in 2019
11,000
Number of millennials to leave Chicago in 2019
*Analysis by SmartAsset's study of Census numbers for all 50 states as well as 180 cities
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BDBMC available to help businesses |
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The Business Development Board of Martin County, a public-private partnership for economic development is proudly funded and supported by the Martin County Board of County Commissioners, City of Stuart, American Stairparts, Bank of America, FPL, Indian River State College, Council of Chambers, Economic Council, key industry leaders and regional organizations. The BDBMC helps business owners, entrepreneurs and executives to start, grow, stay, invest and create in Martin County, Florida. To learn more, visit www.bdbmc.org or call 772.221.1380.
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