Paul Grenci Joins WPWDB
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Paul Grenci joined the Westchester-Putnam Workforce Development Board (WPWDB) in October 2019. He is currently the CEO at Red Key Solutions, an Information Technology firm based in White Plains, New York which has been in continuous operation since 2002.
Red Key prides itself on being a forward thinking, socially responsible business and Paul looks forward to giving back to the community by helping the WPWDB meet today’s workforce challenges. Red Key runs a paid-intern program that draws candidates from White Plains Education and Training Center (WPETC), BOCES, the WCC Technology and Security School as well as anyone interested in a career in IT.
Paul is a life-long resident of Westchester County who received his BS in Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 1995. Welcome Paul!
VITA/EITC Free Tax Prep Program Holds Launch Event
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On Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2020 The Westchester-Putnam Workforce Development Board (WPWDB) kicked off the “Volunteer Income Tax Assistance” (VITA) Program at the Mount Vernon Career Center located at 130 Mount Vernon Avenue, Mount Vernon, NY.
Computer Classes Cancelled
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White Plains Career Center has cancelled selected computer workshop classes until further notice.
Cancelled: Computer classes held Mondays to Thursdays with Stella Major
Computer classes, scheduled for Mondays through Thursdays are cancelled. For reference, refer to the January 2020 workshop calendar. These classes are taught by Stella Major and relate specificially to MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
GROW Your Business. One Day, New Ideas: Innovation and Disruption
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The annual GROW Your Business conference is Westchester Community College’s signature entrepreneurship event and will be held Friday, Nov. 22, 2019, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
VITA Helps Westchester Residents Prepare Taxes for Free
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Nov. 6, 2019 - The Westchester-Putnam Workforce Development Board is looking for people of all professional backgrounds and experience levels to help administer its popular Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program. The program, which will run from Feb. 1 to April 15, 2020, will help low- and moderate-income individuals and families eligible for the federal Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) file their taxes and maximize their returns.
Exploring Alternative Career Pathways: Expert Panel Discusses Labor Skills Gap, Middle Skills and Soft Skills for Students
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On May 20, an expert panel of educators gathered to discuss alternative career pathways, the labor skills gap, middle skills, and soft skills training. The discussion, held at White Plains High School, was hosted by the Westchester-Putnam Workforce Development Board with Thom Kleiner, Executive Director, moderating. The goal was to illuminate options for mapping sector specific career paths as a viable choice for high school students as well as the significance of teaching and nurturing soft skills. Over 100 school board presidents, superintendents, guidance counselors, employers, and higher education professionals attended the discussion.
Westchester-Putnam Workforce Development Board’s 8th Annual Youth Summit Helps Youth Test Drive Career Paths
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More than 300 students and business leaders participated in the Eighth Annual Westchester-Putnam Youth Summit on Thursday, April 18, 2019, which took place at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in White Plains. The Youth Summit is a coordinated effort between The Business Council of Westchester, Westchester-Putnam Workforce Development Board, and Westchester County for young adults between the ages of 16-24.
Westchester-Putnam Workforce Development Board “Reaching for New Horizons” at 2019 Annual Meeting
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Westchester County Executive George Latimer and Putnam County Executive MaryEllen Odell invite businesses, agency partners, community youth organizations, and civic and educational leaders from across all sectors, to participate in Westchester-Putnam Workforce Development Board’s Annual Meeting on Friday, June 14 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. in Tarrytown, NY.
Exploring Alternative Career Pathways Breakfast Panel Scheduled for May 20
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April 30, 2019 — According to the National Skills Coalition, middle-skills jobs, which require education beyond high school but not a four-year degree, make up the largest part of America’s and New York’s labor market. Key industries in New York are unable to find enough sufficiently trained workers to fill these jobs. Demand for middle skills jobs is expected to remain strong through 2024, with 45 percent of job openings falling in this category.
Westchester-Putnam Workforce Development Board Awarded Three New Grants
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The Westchester-Putnam Workforce Development Board (WPWDB) is the recipient of three new grants—two from the U.S. Department of Labor and one from the New York State Department of Labor. While each grant has different eligibility criteria, they all share the overarching goal of building the local workforce to meet the demands of high-growth employment sectors and assisting individuals, particularly those with barriers to employment, in building skills and gaining credentials that will lead to re-entry and long-term employment.
MVCC On-Site Job Fair Yields 13 Hires
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Starting a new business is daunting for even an experienced entrepreneur but for Rosa Ramirez, a novice MWBE business owner, support from the “village” of Westchester County helped make the path to success less bumpy. Looking to leverage her passion for food and gift giving, Rosa Ramirez, a 30-year retired veteran, who most recently served in Afghanistan, launched Westchester County’s first Honey Baked Ham franchise in Hartsdale in the fall of 2018.
2019 Youth Summit to Offer Career Path “Test Drives” to Area Youth
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On Thursday, April 18, 2019 the Westchester-Putnam Workforce Development Board, in conjunction with the Business Council of Westchester, will host the Eighth Annual Youth Summit for individuals ages 16 – 24. The theme of this year’s Summit is “Test Drive a Career Path” with the goal for attendees to spend the day “test driving” potential career opportunities to get hands-on experience, uncover talents, and discover how interests and passions can build a bright future.
Mount Vernon Career Center Completes Clothing Drive to Benefit Career Closet
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The staff at the Mount Vernon Career Center believe in the motto “clothes make the person.” They work with many job seekers and see firsthand the anxiety that can accompany an impending job interview, especially when an individual doesn’t have appropriate business attire. They realize that wearing quality business clothing gives a person a boost of confidence that will help them make their best first impression.
Westchester-Putnam Career Center to Bring Companies ‘On Board’ at WEXPO on March 28
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March 7, 2019 - If you’re looking to hire and train new employees or retrain existing staff, then the Westchester Business Expo (WEXPO) is the place to be on March 28 at the Hilton Westchester. The Westchester-Putnam Workforce Development Board (WPWDB) and Career Center staff will be on-site to explain how companies can find qualified employees through the Career Center Network’s on-site job fairs and online job portal, as well as access to funding for On-the-Job Training (OJT) for new workers and Customized Incumbent Worker Training (CIWT) for existing employees.
WPWDB Kicks Off Free Tax Prep Assistance Program for Working Families and Individuals Making Less than $54,884 a Year
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On Friday, Feb. 1, The Westchester-Putnam Workforce Development Board (WPWDB) kicked off the “Volunteer Income Tax Assistance” (VITA) Program at the Career Center located at 130 Mount Vernon Avenue, Mount Vernon, NY.
Free Tax Prep for Working Families and Individuals Making Less than $54,884 a Year
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Jan. 24, 2019 — The Westchester-Putnam Workforce Development Board (WPWDB) will host an IRS endorsed “Volunteer Income Tax Assistance” (VITA) Program Kickoff event on Friday, Feb. 1, at 11:45 a.m. at 130 Mount Vernon Avenue, Mount Vernon, NY.
STEM-Literate Workforce Panel Discussion held at the 28th Annual Brotherhood Breakfast
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On Friday, Nov. 2, 2018, the African American Men of Westchester in partnership with the Business Council of Westchester hosted their 28th Annual Brotherhood Breakfast. This year’s breakfast featured a panel discussion of the topic "Investing in a Stem-Literate Workforce."
12 Students Graduate from Specialized Culinary Training Program
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The Westchester-Putnam Career Center Network, led by Thom Kleiner, and the Office of Economic Development, under the direction of Bridget Gibbons, are partnering with higher education and County businesses to develop ways to fast-track training for individuals looking for employment. This creative new collaborative effort is not only helping businesses hire trained employees, but also underscores the reality that a college degree is not the only path to employment.
Talent Shortage Symposium Addresses Issues Facing Employers and Solutions for Continued Partnerships and Innovative Thinking
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Nov. 5, 2018 -- The Westchester-Putnam Workforce Development Board presented a high-level learning and discussion symposium on October 24 at the Mount Vernon Career Center (130 Mount Vernon Avenue, Mount Vernon, NY, 10550). Panelists from recruiting, workforce development, colleges, economic development, and area businesses discussed multiple issues surrounding the current talent shortage.
Mount Vernon Career Center Holds Ceremonial Ribbon-Cutting
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Oct. 24, 2018 -- On Thursday, Sept. 27, 2018, the Westchester-Putnam Workforce Development Board and staff members from the Mount Vernon Career Center celebrated the Center’s new location with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Officially opened on April 10 at 130 Mount Vernon Avenue, the Mount Vernon Career Center is conveniently located within walking distance of the Mount Vernon West Metro North station to better serve Westchester County residents seeking employment services.
