‘The Great Upgrade’: Hampton Roads workers looking for better job opportunities

By: Aesia Toliver PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — The pandemic was a wake up call for many when it came to their work-life balance. Whether it’s a nurse who got burnt out from the surge in patients from COVID-19 or an…
Growing our regional workforce: best practices to create a solid talent pipeline | Expert column

Growing our regional workforce: best practices to create a solid talent pipeline | Expert column

The shrinking talent pool is not unique to Hampton Roads, as industries across the globe grapple with the skills gap and the baby boomer exodus. The Harvard Business Review reported over 9 million open jobs in the U.S. as of…

New veterans employment center set to open in Newport News

Author: Angelo VargasPublished: 3:44 PM EST November 11, 2021Updated: 4:04 PM EST November 11, 2021 NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — It’s important to remember to support veterans every day. “Veterans Day is a day where we honor all those who served,” said Mike Lingenfelter,…

Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center opens in Newport News

By: Web Staff , Penny KmittPosted at 11:37 AM, Nov 16, 2021 and last updated 7:43 PM, Nov 16, 2021 NEWPORT NEWS, Va. – Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center is opening in Newport News. The center plans to give veterans living on the peninsula…
Veterans employment center in Newport News to offer resume development, career building workshops and training

Veterans employment center in Newport News to offer resume development, career building workshops and training

By DAVE RESSDAILY PRESS |NOV 15, 2021 AT 4:04 PM The Hampton Roads Workforce Council will open its new Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center in Newport News on Tuesday. The center will offer individual help to veterans and military spouses in their searches for…
The Hive in Virginia Beach is a sweet spot for small businesses to take flight

The Hive in Virginia Beach is a sweet spot for small businesses to take flight

By SANDRA J. PENNECKEINSIDE BUSINESS |NOV 03, 2021 AT 8:11 AM VIRGINIA BEACH — Just like a healthy beehive, the economic vitality of a region thrives when everyone works together. On Sept. 22, the city of Virginia Beach opened The Hive, a collaborative workspace where…
Drowning in a sea of goodwill.  Finding the right help is a challenge for veterans

Drowning in a sea of goodwill. Finding the right help is a challenge for veterans

There’s help available for veterans needing jobs, a place to live or mental health services — but the challenge is finding out where to seek it out, veterans, local nonprofits and government officials said Thursday at a roundtable hosted by…

Hampton Roads Community Foundation awards grants to youth programs

The Community Leadership Partners has awarded $200,000 in grants to 15 organizations across the region that are designed to benefit “opportunity youth.” Author: 13News Now StaffPublished: 11:34 AM EDT October 20, 2021Updated: 11:34 AM EDT October 20, 2021 NORFOLK, Va. — Author’s note: The…