December 14th will be the last day of operations for the career center in Cary. Other options are being communicated to those who need services.

CAWD is working with Dorcas Ministries in Cary to enhance their job training center.  Dorcas has volunteer coaches that assist with job hunts, resume writing, career advising, and basic computer training.  Enhancements include additional technology, computers, and staff preparation.

Customers also have the option to connect via the new call center using whichever method they prefer – phone, chat, or email.  In addition, career centers in Fuquay-Varina and Raleigh are also prepared to help Cary customers onsite.

CAWD understands the challenges job seekers face and we believe these accommodations will help meet the job-related needs of customers in Cary.

The ability to provide business solutions related to talent requires staying current about their needs and educating them about viable options that can solve their problems.

In October, CAWD along with Raleigh Economic Development  and Wake Tech held Triangle Talent IT Round Table.  This was a natural “next step” from the regional workforce study conducted in 2017. The survey allowed  workforce system partners to more fully understand the needs of local employers when it comes to IT positions and how they impact business growth and competitiveness.

Over 45 educators, workforce and economic developers  attended to hear from a diverse set of employers ranging from life sciences, healthcare, government, tech and the retail sector.

In November, we presented Workforce Ready 2018 where the theme was  “Apprenticeships: Powering Your Talent Pipeline.” The goal was to educate businesses on the benefits of establishing apprenticeship programs, introduce organizations who can help, and to hear directly from other business leaders who established their own programs. Over 100 people attended.

Both of these events were moderated by CAWD private sector board members; Rodney Carson of SAS and Tony Marshall of Innovative Systems Group.

Last April, the Triangle Regional Career Pathways Collaborative hosted “Game-changing Pathways Strategies (GPS): Know the Terrain!” to help all partners with a role in career advising understand regional talent demands and the economic climate in order to better serve students and clients.

This years event, “Swipe Right! Find a Career Match,” will help career advisers from k12, community colleges, and career centers understand work-based learning and so they can connect students accordingly. In addition, they will have an opportunity to improve their networking skills in order to engage with businesses more effectively. Other activities are also being planned.

The half-day event will be held on May 18th at the NC Biotechnology Center in RTP. Registration opens soon. Be on the look out for your invitation!