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Author Archives: Melanie Conover

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Performance Data to Develop Championship Strategies

PerformanceBy Melanie ConoverSeptember 17, 2019

This workshop focused on approaches and tools that local boards can use to enhance their strategies for improved performance.

State Workforce Policy and Investment Board Collaborates to Expand Education and Training Opportunities

EDUCATIONBy Melanie ConoverSeptember 12, 2019Leave a comment

CareerSource Florida Board of Directors, business, government and community development leaders discussed strategies to continue improving Florida’s talent pipeline by increasing career readiness and workforce opportunities aligned with the needs of businesses — the state’s job creators.

Governor Ron DeSantis Encourages Florida Businesses to Recruit and Hire Veterans

EMPLOYMENT, VETERANSBy Melanie ConoverJuly 25, 2019Leave a comment

Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) celebrate national Hire a Veteran Day by encouraging Florida businesses to recruit and employ veterans. Florida businesses can benefit from the education, leadership experience and dedication veterans have cultivated in their military service.

Governor Ron DeSantis Highlights Workforce Education at Pre-apprenticeship Program

EDUCATION, EMPLOYMENTBy Melanie ConoverJune 24, 2019Leave a comment

Governor Ron DeSantis addressed parents, students and faculty at the Miami-Dade County Public Schools Pre-Apprenticeship Program 2019 Graduates Recognition Ceremony.

CareerSource Florida to Partner with The Family Café to Promote Disability Employment at The 21st Annual Family Café

GENERALBy Melanie ConoverJune 4, 2019Leave a comment

Thousands to be Connected with Info and Resources in Orlando this June 7-9 According to available data, more than 60 percent of Floridians with disabilities, representing more than 700,000 potential…

CareerSource Florida Statement Regarding USDOL Employment and Training Administration Compliance Review of CareerSource Tampa Bay and CareerSource Pinellas

GENERALBy Melanie ConoverMay 23, 2019Leave a comment

CareerSource Florida was notified May 16, 2019, by the state workforce system’s administrative and fiduciary agency, the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity, that DEO had received the U.S. Department of…

CareerSource Florida Board Invests in Apprenticeship Expansion, Continuous Improvement and Enhanced Accountability

GENERALBy Melanie ConoverMay 23, 2019Leave a comment

The CareerSource Florida Board of Directors approved $249.4 million in funding. The new budget includes investments in apprenticeship expansion and continuous improvements in the service to job seekers and businesses.

CareerSource Florida President and CEO recognized as Workforce Development Professional of the Year

GENERALBy Melanie ConoverMay 22, 2019Leave a comment

CareerSource Florida President and CEO Michelle Dennard was named the 2019 Toni Jennings Workforce Development Professional of the Year by the Florida Economic Development Council at its annual conference.

Volunteer Florida, Uber Collect 5,769 Items Through Suits For Session

GENERALBy Melanie ConoverApril 16, 2019Leave a comment

Volunteer Florida and Uber announced that the Suits for Session project resulted in the collection of 5,769 items of professional attire. The clothing will be donated to organizations that are supporting job-seekers in the Florida Panhandle.

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces $1.75 Million in Grants to Support Apprenticeship Expansion

GENERALBy Melanie ConoverMarch 20, 2019Leave a comment

Governor Ron DeSantis announced $1.75 million to help Floridians acquire the skills needed for in-demand occupations through new and expanded apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs across Florida.

CareerSource Florida Board Approves Statewide Apprenticeship Policy

GENERALBy Melanie ConoverFebruary 21, 2019Leave a comment

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The CareerSource Florida Board of Directors unanimously approved the first statewide Apprenticeship Policy for Florida’s workforce system. Through this policy, the CareerSource Florida board, which oversees workforce…

Michelle Dennard Receives 40 Under 40 Award in Economic Development

GENERALBy Melanie ConoverJanuary 28, 2019Leave a comment

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – CareerSource Florida President and CEO Michelle Dennard has been selected to receive a prestigious 40 Under 40 Award in economic development, the only award of its…

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Development of Career Pathways & Sector Strategies

Business DevelopmentBy Melanie ConoverDecember 17, 2018

This training is designed to show how one might design, develop, and roll out a career pathway to support job seekers and business talent needs.  

The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Recognizes, Honors Veterans

GENERALBy Melanie ConoverNovember 9, 2018Leave a comment

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – This week, the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) announced the official start of the 2018 Paychecks for Patriots events, which connect veterans with great careers in…

CareerSource Florida Allocates $1M to Establish Hurricane Michael Disaster Recovery Fund

GENERALBy Melanie ConoverOctober 22, 2018Leave a comment

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – One of the most powerful storms to ever hit the U.S., Hurricane Michael made landfall on Northwest Florida’s Gulf Coast less than two weeks ago. To assist with…

Gov. Scott: Disaster Relief Employment Available to Floridians Impacted by Hurricane Michael

GENERALBy Melanie ConoverOctober 16, 2018Leave a comment

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, Governor Rick Scott announced that Florida has been awarded federal National Dislocated Worker Grants to provide temporary employment to Floridians affected by Hurricane Michael. The federal National…

Federal Reemployment Assistance Available to Individuals Impacted by Hurricane Michael

EMPLOYMENT, GENERALBy Melanie ConoverOctober 15, 2018Leave a comment

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) is available to Florida businesses and residents whose employment or self-employment was lost or interrupted as a result of Hurricane Michael. President Donald J. Trump…

CareerSource Florida Statement Regarding Additional Reviews of CareerSource Pinellas and CareerSource Tampa Bay

GENERALBy Melanie ConoverOctober 5, 2018Leave a comment

CareerSource Florida was notified on October 4 by our state administrative and fiduciary agency, the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity, about new developments this week related to federal reviews involving…

FloridaFlex Grants Strengthening Businesses Statewide

EMPLOYMENT, GENERALBy Melanie ConoverSeptember 17, 2018Leave a comment

View the full Florida Trend Sponsored Report. The CareerSource Florida network is committed to cultivating and growing talent for businesses in Florida through nationally recognized, flexible training grants that strengthen…

CareerSource Florida Attending White House Summit to Help Inform STEM Education Strategy

EDUCATION, GENERALBy Melanie ConoverJune 26, 2018Leave a comment

  WASHINGTON, D.C – CareerSource Florida President and CEO Michelle Dennard is attending the inaugural State-Federal Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Education Summit hosted by the White House Office…

Florida Summit Aims to Help Shape the Future of Apprenticeships as a Vital Career Pathway

GENERALBy Melanie ConoverJune 18, 2018Leave a comment

MIAMI, Fla. – CareerSource Florida, the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity and the Florida Department of Education are hosting a first-ever, statewide Apprenticeship Summit June 19-20 in Miami at Florida International…

CareerSource Florida Celebrates 25 Years of Helping Businesses Grow through Quick Response Training

GENERALBy Melanie ConoverMay 9, 2018Leave a comment

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – CareerSource Florida is celebrating 25 years of helping nearly 140,000 workers connect to good jobs and enhance their value to their employers through Florida’s Quick Response Training grant…

New Report Identifies 2Gen Strategies to Bolster Stronger Outcomes for Families

GENERALBy Melanie ConoverApril 30, 2018Leave a comment

TALLAHASSEE, FL – Today, the Florida Children’s Council released a statewide report that finds current policies adversely impact Florida’s low-income families. With more than four million children and youth calling…

DEO Hosts Annual Career Exploration Event at the Florida Capitol on Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day

GENERALBy Melanie ConoverApril 26, 2018Leave a comment

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) welcomed more than 450 children, parents and mentors to a career exploration event at the Florida Capitol during Take…

CareerSource Florida Senior Vice President Recertified as Certified Economic Developer

GENERALBy Melanie ConoverApril 12, 2018Leave a comment

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – CareerSource Florida Senior Vice President of Business & Workforce Development Andra Cornelius has earned recertification as a Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) by the International Economic Development Council.…

Small Business Owner Designated Chairman of CareerSource Florida Board of Directors

GENERALBy Melanie ConoverFebruary 14, 2018Leave a comment

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – During today’s quarterly board meeting, CareerSource Florida President and CEO Michelle Dennard announced Gov. Rick Scott’s recent designation of Kevin Doyle as chairman of the CareerSource Florida…

Gov. Scott Announces New Partnership to Connect Families Displaced by Hurricane Maria with Jobs in Florida

EMPLOYMENTBy Melanie ConoverFebruary 7, 2018Leave a comment

MIAMI LAKES, Fla. – Following a recently announced $1 million investment in Florida’s workforce system to help Puerto Rican families displaced by Hurricane Maria find jobs, today, Governor Rick Scott…

CareerSource Florida Statement Regarding Job Placement Investigations of CareerSource Pinellas and CareerSource Tampa Bay

GENERALBy Melanie ConoverJanuary 25, 2018Leave a comment

CareerSource Florida takes very seriously the job placement investigations of two of Florida’s 24 locally managed workforce development boards, CareerSource Pinellas and CareerSource Tampa Bay, who may have misreported job…

Gov. Scott Announces $1 Million Investment to Connect Hurricane Maria Evacuees with Jobs

EMPLOYMENT, GENERALBy Melanie ConoverJanuary 12, 2018Leave a comment

KISSIMMEE, Fla. – Today, Governor Rick Scott joined a town hall in Kissimmee with Puerto Rico Governor Ricardo Rosselló regarding Hurricane Maria. The following was announced: A $1 million investment…

Statewide Paychecks for Patriots Events Begin for Florida Veterans

EMPLOYMENT, GENERALBy Melanie ConoverNovember 3, 2017Leave a comment

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, Governor Rick Scott and the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) are proud to announce the official start of the 2017 Paychecks for Patriots events, which connect veterans with…

Governor Scott Appoints Eight to the CareerSource Florida Board of Directors

EMPLOYMENT, GENERALBy Melanie ConoverOctober 27, 2017Leave a comment

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Governor Rick Scott’s appointments this week to the CareerSource Florida Board of Directors further demonstrate his ongoing commitment to ensure businesses and families have opportunities to prosper. CareerSource Florida…

Hurricane Irma Recovery Job Opportunities Available for Florida Families

EMPLOYMENT, GENERALBy Melanie ConoverSeptember 26, 2017Leave a comment

MARATHON, Fla. – Today, the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity announced Employ Florida, one of the nation’s largest job opening websites, launched a new portal for Hurricane Irma recovery and cleanup jobs.…

The Family Café and CareerSource Florida Join Forces to Promote Employment for People with Disabilities at The 19th Annual Family Café

EMPLOYMENT, GENERALBy Melanie ConoverJune 16, 2017Leave a comment

ORLANDO, Fla. – For a fifth consecutive year, CareerSource Florida is partnering with The Family Café, a Florida nonprofit organization, to help connect employers and job seekers with disabilities through an…

DEO Encourages Florida Businesses to Prepare for Hurricane Season

GENERALBy Melanie ConoverJune 1, 2017Leave a comment

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) encourages business owners and managers to be prepared for the 2017 hurricane season that begins on June 1. Adequately preparing for…

Workshops Aim to Boost Sector Strategies Momentum Throughout the State

GENERALBy Melanie ConoverMarch 3, 2017Leave a comment

LAKE WORTH, Fla. – Momentum for strengthening Florida’s workforce talent pipeline through industry-focused sector strategies is building as CareerSource Florida leads a series of technical assistance workshops throughout the state.…

CareerSource Florida Board Unanimously Votes to Appoint New President and CEO

EMPLOYMENTBy Melanie ConoverFebruary 8, 2017Leave a comment

The CareerSource Florida Board of Directors today unanimously voted to appoint Michelle Dennard as the new President and CEO of CareerSource Florida. “Over the past two years, the board has…

New Board Members Will Enhance Customer-Focused Workforce Solutions

EMPLOYMENTBy Melanie ConoverJanuary 26, 2017Leave a comment

CareerSource Florida’s newest board members reflect the organization’s continued commitment to enhancing Florida’s talent development system. Three Florida leaders – representing small business development, apprenticeships and economic development – joined the board in January

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