The U.S. job market is slowing down, and more people are finding themselves unemployed. This change is happening because of three main reasons: the election year, high interest rates and new technology like Artificial Intelligence (AI). Let’s break down these reasons to understand what’s going on. The Election Year When it’s an election year, like 2024, businesses … [More]
Governor Announces Launch of Semiconductor-Focused Future48 Workforce Accelerator in Phoenix
Governor Katie Hobbs today announced the launch of a semiconductor-focused Future48 Workforce Accelerator at GateWay Community College in Phoenix. Once complete, the training facility will offer customized, hands-on training in support of the state’s rapidly expanding semiconductor industry. It will feature state-of-the-art manufacturing … [More]
Arizona’s Highest-Paid Tech Jobs Revealed
New research has revealed Arizona's highest-paid tech jobs, with Software Developers coming out on top. The study by data and AI education platform DataCamp analyzed the latest 2023 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics for every state on the salaries of all 21 jobs under ‘Computer and Information Technology Occupations’ to find which jobs in tech are the highest paid in … [More]
11th Annual National Veterans Small Business Week Comes, Arizona Seminars Announced
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced that the SBA will celebrate National Veterans Small Business Week (NVSBW) from Nov. 11 to Nov. 15. The 11th annual weeklong celebration will offer both in-person and virtual events across the nation. “Under the Biden-Harris Administration, the SBA has expanded its entrepreneurial resources for veterans, service members, … [More]
Foundation Partnership to Support Reentry and Workforce Development for Incarcerated Individuals
Televerde Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides personal and professional development opportunities to women directly impacted by incarceration so they can attain meaningful and rewarding careers upon release, announced a new partnership with Hickman's Family Farms, Arizona's only commercial egg producer since 1944. This partnership will provide skills, … [More]
Arizona Small Business Association Unveils Resource Hub for Truck Drivers
The Arizona Small Business Association (ASBA), in partnership with the Arizona Commerce Authority, is thrilled to announce the launch of its Trucking One Stop, a cutting-edge platform designed to support both aspiring and current truck drivers. This all-in-one online resource empowers Arizona's truck drivers by providing valuable insights and connections, equipping users with … [More]
Governor Launches Talent Ready AZ Initiative, Announces Workforce Cabinet
Governor Katie Hobbs launched the Talent Ready AZ Initiative to effectively coordinate her cabinet’s resources and leadership behind connecting Arizonans to the education and training they need to secure good-paying jobs and fill growing industry needs. Building a ready workforce stands as one of the biggest economic demands and opportunities for Arizona as our state continues … [More]
Connect to Work AZ Initiative Receives $25,000 Grant to Build Skilled Workforce
The Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation’s workforce initiative Connect to Work AZ was recently awarded $25,000 from Bank of America. This generous support allows the initiative to grow the work of aligning the needs of Arizona’s leading industries with the needs of underemployed and unemployed individuals to obtain quality jobs with benefits and opportunities for career … [More]
Arizona Launches Network of Community Colleges to Train Students for High-Paying Tech Jobs
Governor Katie Hobbs and the Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity announced today the launch of ReadyTechGo, a collection of Arizona colleges focused on training students for in-demand careers in advanced manufacturing. The network is part of the State of Arizona’s strategy to attract more Arizonans to the advanced manufacturing industry and fill thousands of tech jobs at … [More]
Their Take: Adult Education Programs Advance Students’ Career and Education
There is no age limit to learning, and CTE (career and technical education) is a great way to continue education or find a promising career path at any stage of life. In a new study by the World Economic Forum, 50% of employees worldwide will need to upskill or reskill by 2025 to adapt to the evolving nature of the workforce – and CTE could be the answer. Also, for those who … [More]
All-Women Cohort Launched for Advanced Manufacturing Apprenticeship Pilot Program
In a significant move towards empowering women in advanced manufacturing and building a diverse Arizona workforce, Intel has partnered with Fresh Start Women’s Foundation to recruit its first all-women cohort for the launch of its inaugural apprenticeship program for manufacturing facility technicians. This initiative underscores Fresh Start’s commitment to equipping Valley … [More]
Creating the Next Generation of Chip Experts
Chandler Unified School District has joined forces with the University of Arizona to develop a specialized semiconductor program for high school students. This initiative joins the ranks of Maricopa Community College's Semiconductor Technician Quick Start program, ASU's certificate programs, and various other technical education opportunities geared toward filling the workforce … [More]
ASU Receives $1 Million Grant to Lead Change in Study Abroad
The Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE) has selected Arizona State University (ASU) as one of four nationally recognized institutions of higher education to receive $1 million in matching grants over four years to establish new study abroad programs that will advance institutional goals while improving student outcomes. ASU’s College of Liberal Arts and … [More]
These Are the 5 Most Popular Searched Jobs in Arizona, Says a New Study
New research has discovered the most sought-after careers in Arizona, with flight attendant taking the top spot. The experts at online courses aggregator Class Central analyzed the average number of monthly Google searches for over 100 different job roles, including terms such as 'how to become a [job role]' and '[job role] salary', to determine the most wanted careers in … [More]
Arizona Announces BuildItAZ Apprenticeship Initiative Grant Awards to Expand the Construction and Trades Workforce
Governor Hobbs is announcing more than $650,000 in grant awards to five construction and trades registered apprenticeship programs. This round is the first phase of Governor Hobbs multi faceted BuildItAZ Apprenticeship Initiative to advance the state’s skilled construction workforce. The initiative aims to double the number of construction trades registered apprentices by 2026 … [More]
Building Successful Employee Training Programs
Four key components to establishing an effective training program
In a world that runs on change and innovation, companies must continuously adapt to meet the evolving needs of their communities. A local multifamily real estate development and management company, P.B. Bell, saw a need early on to provide its employees with a comprehensive continuing education program to keep up with the changing landscape of its industry. The company … [More]
‘Fair Chance’ Initiatives Give Much More Than Just a Second Chance
Fair Chance Collaborative to build off existing community efforts
Roughly one-third of adults in the United States have a criminal record. Arizona has the eighth highest incarceration rate in the nation, with more than 50,000 incarcerated and more than 70,000 on probation or parole. The number of people in county and city jails in Arizona is even larger, resulting in the release of more than 200,000 individuals each year. The data … [More]
SRP Gifts Electric Vehicle to College, Spurs EV Training Course
The Salt River Project (SRP) donated a 2017 Ford Fusion from its fleet to the Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation for the Automotive Service Program at Mesa Community College. "There are more than 3.3 million electric vehicles on the road today in the U.S., and that number is expected to skyrocket to 26.4 million by 2030," said Kate Kochenderfer, senior director of Supply … [More]
