Skills for Rhode Island's Future

This National Disability Employment Awareness Month—and every month—Skills for Rhode Island's Future's workABILITY Initiative is breaking down barriers to workforce entry for candidates of all abilities. We’re proud to continuously support inclusive hiring, connecting employers and candidates with meaningful pathways to employment.   Ready to hire or looking for a job? Contact the workABILITY Team! For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/givmwFPB or call 401-680-5960.   #NDEAM #workABILITY #workABILITYInitiative #SkillsRI #RhodeIsland #InclusiveWorkforce

New England Institute of Technology, in partnership with Skills for Rhode Island's Future, is excited to highlight our recent training graduates for a Construction Management Certification! Minority owned and small business owners learned standard business practices, along with important tools and processes, to help them bid for- and WIN- state contracts and land larger business opportunities. We’re excited to announce a second cohort starting in 2025! Contact Skills for Rhode Island's Future for more information!

It was a pleasure to host a Community Engagement Partners Meeting for the Rhode Island Department of Labor & Training on Thursday October 24! A huge thank you to Jill Olson-Crowley and her team the Woonsocket Education Center for allowing us to use their dynamic facility. It was great to hear from Skills for Rhode Island's Future and their incredible organization! #communityengagement #smallbusiness #DLT

Enjoyed hearing about the impactful work of Junior Achievement of Rhode Island at yesterday’s JA Executive Council meeting. Pleased to see the launch of the RI Experiential Leaning Navigator (Riexl.org) scheduled for January, 2025- a project that #FidelityCares2024 worked collaboratively on with Partnership for Rhode Island, Skills for Rhode Island's Future, Rhode Island Governor's Workforce Board, Rhode Island Office of the Postsecondary Commissioner, Rhode Island Department of Education, Rhode Island Department of Labor & Training and Rhode Island Commerce. A great public/private/nonprofit partnership that meets the needs of our state, students, educators and employers alike. Grateful for the thoughtful participation and generous support of RI House Speaker Joe Shekarchi and RI General Treasurer James Diossa as well- especially this time of year! Thanks to Christopher Graham and Locke Lord LLP for hosting!

In recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), we celebrate the vital contributions of individuals with disabilities in the workplace. Skills for Rhode Island's Future's workABILITY Initiative is committed to fostering inclusive environments where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Join us in advocating for equal employment opportunities and building a future that values all talents. Looking for talent or searching for a job? workABILITY connects employers and candidates with the support they need. Visit https://lnkd.in/givmwFPB or call 401-680-5960. #NDEAM #NDEAM24 #workABILITY #workABILITYInitiative #SkillsRI #InclusiveWorkplaces #RhodeIsland

Paving the way for Inclusion with employers across Rhode Island in celebration of National Disability Employment Awareness Month! On October 15, Skills for Rhode Island's Future Executive Director Nina Pande and the #workABILITY team proudly joined industry leaders at Rhode Island’s first-ever NDEAM event, a Disabilities Hiring Resource Symposium co-sponsored by the Rhode Island Governor's Workforce Board and Rhode Island Office of Rehabilitation Services (ORS). The event introduced and inspired employers to value inclusive hiring practices. This year's theme, "Access to Good Jobs for All," highlights the untapped talent available to fill roles and the importance of equitable opportunities. We were thrilled to connect with new partners like Cafe International, Roger Williams Park Zoo, Tailor-Made Training, and The Beacon Mutual Insurance Company, and to see our existing partners Trinity Repertory Company, Ocean State Job Lot, and Davidson Hospitality Group reaffirm their commitment to inclusive hiring. A special shoutout to RISE (pictured) for their longtime support of #SkillsRI! Stephen Dolinich shared his work building capacity for Inclusion hiring, and we were proud to watch him, Cassandra Iasiello (Sr. Talent Acquisition Partner), and Vincent Graziano (President/CEO) accept an Employer Excellence award. While we’re inspired by the national and state efforts to devote October to disability employment awareness, there’s still more work to be done. At workABILITY, we’re committed to building pathways to employment for all jobseekers and employers, every month of the year. Want to get involved? Visit https://lnkd.in/givmwFPB or call 401-680-5960. #NDEAM24 #InclusionHiring #AccessToGoodJobs #RISEEngineering #InclusionMatters #AccessibilityMatters #RhodeIsland

⏰ Last chance to register for the Are You Lender Ready event tomorrow. We are looking forward to meeting you and sharing these incredible resources with you in order to help your business gain access to capital. Don't miss your chance to hear the panelists speak about traditional vs non-traditional lending, what makes the most sense for your business and meet the lenders 1:1 to ask questions about your specific business. 🗓️ Thursday October 24, 2024 ⏰9am - 1pm 📍 Bryant University Bello Center https://lnkd.in/g77qqauP

Join the RI Small Business HUB for the "Managing Your Supply Chain for Business Success" seminar at Skills for Rhode Island's Future office in Providence on October 23rd. This interactive event will help you: - Learn expert strategies to minimize supply chain risks. - Boost efficiency and customer satisfaction with real-world examples. - Network with fellow small business owners. Whether you're in retail, food service, or construction, you'll leave with actionable tips to improve your business right away. Registration is required, and space is limited! For details and registration, visit https://lnkd.in/ehmPj6k3 or call (401) 249-2222. #RISmallBusinessHUB #risbHUB #YourLocalSmallBusinessHERO #RISmallBiz #SkillsRI #SupplyChainSuccess #SmallBusinessGrowth #ProvidenceRI #RhodeIsland

A strong resume is one of the most powerful tools in your job search. Keeping it updated is essential for making a great first impression with employers. Your resume reflects your most recent achievements, skills, and experiences—giving you the edge you need in today’s competitive job market.   Here are a few tips to ensure your resume stands out: - Tailor it to the specific job you’re applying for. - Highlight recent accomplishments and relevant skills. - Make sure your contact information is up to date.   Need assistance? Skills for Rhode Island's Future's Career Coaching team is here to help you take your resume to the next level. Schedule your no-cost appointment today! Visit https://lnkd.in/e62_4Kcb or call 401-680-5960 to connect with a career coach.    #ResumeTips #CareerGrowth #JobSearch #SkillsRI #CareerCoaching #RIJobs #RhodeIsland

Yesterday, we co-sponsored a Disabilities Hiring Resource Symposium for employers with the Rhode Island Office of Rehabilitation Services (ORS) and released a Disabilities Hiring Resource Guide accessible here: https://lnkd.in/eytSg8Jw. We are so grateful to all of the presenters, panelists, exhibitors, and awardees who made this event an incredible success including: Alison Bologna, Casey Grimes, Nina Pande, Stephen Dolinich, Alissar Rowan, Feast & Fettle, The RISE Group, Inc., Little Sisters of the Poor, Michael Grey, kasim yarn, Skills for Rhode Island's Future, Community Provider Network of RI, Rhode Island SHRM and Tina Guenette RAMP real access motivates progress to name a few! #InclusionMatters #AccessibilityMatters #NDEAM