There is no doubt that 2020 was one of the most challenging years most of us will ever experience. However, there is a silver lining, as tough times often make one tougher, stronger, and more successful in recovery and beyond.…
Hampton Roads Workforce Council to offer free training for 700 job seekers, displaced workers
HAMPTON ROADS, Va. (WAVY) — The Hampton Roads Workforce Council is trying to recruit 700 participants who are seeking employment to join the Future of Work Grand Challenge. The Future of Work Grand Challenge is a national competition designed to…
MAKING A MARK: Company provides free health care job training
MedCerts is helping people get back to work by providing free job training through the Virginia Beach Pandemic Relief Partnership. VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Unemployment has reached record highs during the pandemic. The latest report from the US Bureau of…
Hampton Roads employers struggling to find workers offer hiring incentives
It’s a good time to be looking for a job in Hampton Roads. Depending on the field, hiring bonuses are reaching into the hundreds and thousands of dollars. Employers are increasing wages to compete for workers in high-demand positions. And…
Virtual job fair targets Hampton Roads high school seniors looking for work
By: Blaine StewartPosted at 4:30 AM, Apr 13, 2021 and last updated 10:30 AM, Apr 13, 2021 HAMPTON ROADS, Va. – There is a push to put more young people to work, specifically high school seniors in Hampton Roads. The Virginia Restaurant Association and…
COVID-19 resources still available one year later in Hampton Roads
Several regional COVID-19 business grant and assistance programs have exhausted their funding, but it’s worth checking to see if new rounds become available. Local governments and organizations are waiting for clarity on how the latest $1.9 trillion stimulus package signed…
City Awards Additional $12.4 Million to the Virginia Beach Pandemic Relief Partnership
Monday, March 22, 2021 Virginia Beach City Council recently voted to provide an additional $12.4 million in funding to continue providing resources and assistance to Virginia Beach residents and small businesses impacted by COVID-19. The funds are being distributed through…
With goal of full economic revival, Hampton Roads business organizations unveil ambitious recovery plan
Leaders in the Hampton Roads business community have debuted a plan to not only lift the region out of the coronavirus pandemic but accomplish an even loftier goal — make it one of the most sought-after and fastest-growing metropolitan areas…
Meet The Cities: Norfolk, Virginia Xprize Rapid Reskilling
Through the XPRIZE Rapid Reskilling competition, teams will collaborate with workforce boards and XPERT advisors to advance new training technologies that lead to jobs paying a living wage and offering opportunities for career growth. Over the past six weeks, we’ve…
Hampton Roads Workforce Council taking in-person appointments for career development
HAMPTON ROADS, Va. – If you’re looking for career resources and services, the Hampton Roads Workforce Council is here to help. The Hampton Roads Workforce Council recently reopened the Virginia Career Works Norfolk Center for in-person appointments. The Military Circle…