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NORFOLK — As the Hampton Roads area – and the rest of the world – begins to enter into post-pandemic life, the Hampton Roads Workforce Council has been hard at work with its recovery efforts. The council works year round…

The time has come to dispel the myth that our cities, businesses, nonprofit organizations, institutions of higher education, and military commands don’t collaborate. The truth is we have been working together for years. Today, a quick look around Hampton Roads…

Dr. Ruth Jones Nichols, president and CEO of the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore, is passionate about eliminating the root causes of food insecurity because she grew up with it: “I’m thankful for my personal experiences because…

Monique Adams As executive director of 757 Angels, Monique Adams has guided more than 140 Hampton Roads leaders who advise and mentor startup and early-stage companies. More than $75 million has been invested in regional and state businesses since the…

When the pandemic started, representatives from Hampton Roads Alliance and other local business organizations began talking by phone every other afternoon about how to reopen the region’s economy. Six weeks in, they realized that reopening would not be quick, said…

NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — If you’re looking to start a career in manufacturing, construction and labor, or community health, the regional workforce development council wants you to be a part of its free rapid training program. It’s called the Future…

by: Kara DixonPosted: May 5, 2021 / 06:54 PM EDT / Updated: May 5, 2021 / 06:54 PM EDT NORFOLK,Va. (WAVY) — A new program is working to make sure Hampton Roads is an appealing place for college graduates who attend schools in the region.…

PORTSMOUTH — People can learn more about jobs available at Portsmouth’s upcoming Rivers Casino during a virtual job fair Tuesday and Wednesday. Backers say the project will create 1,400 construction jobs and 1,300 permanent ones. The forum Tuesday at 5:30…

NORFOLK, Va. – The Hampton Roads Workforce Council announced Monday the launch of a new program specifically for young professionals. Campus757 is a new program designed to retain and develop young professionals in Hampton Roads upon graduation. The Workforce Council…

NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — As more of the economy reopens – small businesses are struggling to hire. And you’ve probably seen it firsthand – “for hire” signs in front of restaurants, and posted on Instagram and Facebook. For one important…