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SUMMARY:Central Virginia Workforce Development Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Central Virginia Workforce Development Board will meet Tuesday\, April 11\, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. This meeting will take place in-person at the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance (300 Lucado Place; Lynchburg\, VA). \nClick here to view the meeting agenda packet. \nClick here to join the meeting virtually on Microsoft Teams.
URL:https://vcwcentralregion.com/event/central-virginia-workforce-development-board-meeting-14/
LOCATION:Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance\, 300 Lucado Place\, Lynchburg\, VA\, 24504\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events,Meetings
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230502
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UID:19388-1682899200-1682985599@vcwcentralregion.com
SUMMARY:Central Virginia Workforce Development Board - Executive Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Executive Committee of the Central Virginia Workforce Development Board will meet on Tuesday\, May 16\, 2023 at the Central Virginia Planning District Commission\, located at 828 Main Street\, 12th Floor\, Lynchburg\, VA 24504. \nAn agenda for this meeting can be found here: Meeting Agenda
URL:https://vcwcentralregion.com/event/central-virginia-workforce-development-board-executive-committee-meeting-5/
LOCATION:Central Virginia Planning District Commission\, 828 Main Street 12th Floor\, Lynchburg\, VA\, 24502\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events,Meetings
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230628
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230629
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T211901Z
UID:19444-1687910400-1687996799@vcwcentralregion.com
SUMMARY:Central Virginia Workforce Development Board - Executive Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Executive Committee of the Central Virginia Workforce Development Board will meet Wednesday\, June 28 at 3 p.m. The location of this meeting is the board room of the Central Virginia Planning District Commission – 828 Main Street; Lynchburg\, VA 24504. \nClick this link to attend the meeting virtually on the Microsoft Teams platform. \nClick this link to view the meeting agenda.
URL:https://vcwcentralregion.com/event/central-virginia-workforce-development-board-executive-committee-meeting-6/
LOCATION:Central Virginia Planning District Commission\, 828 Main Street 12th Floor\, Lynchburg\, VA\, 24502\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events,Meetings
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230720
DTSTAMP:20260403T155428
CREATED:20230427T220156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T211900Z
UID:19366-1689724800-1689811199@vcwcentralregion.com
SUMMARY:Central Virginia Workforce Development Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Central Virginia Workforce Development Board will meet Tuesday\, July 19\, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. This meeting will take place in-person at the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance (300 Lucado Place; Lynchburg\, VA). \nClick here to view the Meeting Agenda Packet \nClick here to attend the meeting virtually on Microsoft Teams
URL:https://vcwcentralregion.com/event/central-virginia-workforce-development-board-meeting-15/
LOCATION:Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance\, 300 Lucado Place\, Lynchburg\, VA\, 24504\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events,Meetings
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231011
DTSTAMP:20260403T155428
CREATED:20230427T220241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T211900Z
UID:19368-1696896000-1696982399@vcwcentralregion.com
SUMMARY:Central Virginia Workforce Development Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Central Virginia Workforce Development Board will meet Tuesday\, October 10\, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. This meeting will take place in-person at the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance (300 Lucado Place; Lynchburg\, VA). \nClick Here to View the Meeting Agenda Packet \nClick Here to Join the Meeting Virtually on Microsoft Teams
URL:https://vcwcentralregion.com/event/central-virginia-workforce-development-board-meeting-16/
LOCATION:Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance\, 300 Lucado Place\, Lynchburg\, VA\, 24504\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events,Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231019T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231019T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155428
CREATED:20230110T231904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T211900Z
UID:19214-1697716800-1697731200@vcwcentralregion.com
SUMMARY:Delta Star Hiring Event
DESCRIPTION:Delta Star is recruiting for the following positions at its Lynchburg facility: Welder 1\, Transformer Assembler\, Maintenance Technician III\, Coil Winder\, Machine Operator – Chip and Grinder. These jobs have a pay range of $16.96 – $25.00/hr. \nJob seekers can interview for positions at a Hiring Event on Thursday\, October 19 from Noon until 4 p.m. at the Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center\, located at 3125 Odd Fellows Road in Lynchburg. \nA flyer advertising the Hiring Event is attached. Please share this information with anyone who might be interested and post publicly in your facilities and on social media as you deem appropriate. Job seekers should call 434-947-2374 to schedule an interview time slot in advance.
URL:https://vcwcentralregion.com/event/delta-star-hiring-event/
LOCATION:Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center\, 3125 Odd Fellows Road\, Lynchburg\, VA\, 24501
CATEGORIES:General Events,Job Fairs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231024T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155428
CREATED:20230218T020358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T211900Z
UID:19269-1698141600-1698156000@vcwcentralregion.com
SUMMARY:Dynax Hiring Event
DESCRIPTION:Dynax is recruiting Machine Operators and Maintenance Technicians for its plant in Botetourt County. \nJob seekers can apply for openings at a Hiring Event on Tuesday\, October 24 from 1 until 4 p.m. at the Bedford Central Library\, located at 321 North Bridge Street in Bedford. \nCall 434-947-2374 to reserve an interview time slot in advance.
URL:https://vcwcentralregion.com/event/dynax-hiring-event/
LOCATION:Bedford Central Library\, 321 North Bridge Street\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events,Job Fairs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155428
CREATED:20231113T205853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T211841Z
UID:19622-1700146800-1700152200@vcwcentralregion.com
SUMMARY:LWDA VII Chief Local Elected Officials Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Chief Local Elected Officials of Virginia’s Local Workforce Development Area VII will meet on Thursday\, November 16\, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. at the Central Virginia Planning District Commission\, located at 828 Main Street\, 12th Floor; Lynchburg\, VA 24504. \nClick here to view the meeting agenda packet
URL:https://vcwcentralregion.com/event/lwda-vii-chief-local-elected-officials-meeting/
LOCATION:Central Virginia Planning District Commission\, 828 Main Street 12th Floor\, Lynchburg\, VA\, 24502\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events,Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155428
CREATED:20230202T023644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T211841Z
UID:19251-1701770400-1701777600@vcwcentralregion.com
SUMMARY:Vital Skills Workshop: Creative Problem Solving
DESCRIPTION:Vital Skills\, led by Jeff Bennett with Virginia Career Works\, will teach you all there is to know about time management\, goal setting\, and more to excel in the workplace. \nCome learn how to make yourself marketable for any job! This free event will take place from 10AM -12PM on December 5 at the Life Skills Institute\, located at 2323 Memorial Avenue\, Suite 26 in Lynchburg (Lower Level of The Plaza). \nFor more information or to reserve your spot\, contact Jeff Bennett: 434-283-5183 / Email:  jeff.bennett@vcwcentral.com
URL:https://vcwcentralregion.com/event/vital-skills-workshop-creative-problem-solving/
LOCATION:Life Skills Institute\, 2323 Memorial Ave.\, Lynchburg\, VA\, 24501\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events,Meetings,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240104T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155428
CREATED:20230202T023256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T211841Z
UID:19249-1704362400-1704369600@vcwcentralregion.com
SUMMARY:Vital Skills Workshop: Communication
DESCRIPTION:Vital Skills\, led by Jeff Bennett with Virginia Career Works\, will teach you all there is to know about time management\, goal setting\, and more to excel in the workplace. \nCome learn how to make yourself marketable for any job! This free event will take place from 10AM -12PM on January 4 at the Life Skills Institute\, located at 2323 Memorial Avenue\, Suite 26 in Lynchburg (Lower Level of The Plaza). \nFor more information or to reserve your spot\, contact Jeff Bennett: 434-283-5183 / Email:  jeff.bennett@vcwcentral.com
URL:https://vcwcentralregion.com/event/vital-skills-communication/
LOCATION:Life Skills Institute\, 2323 Memorial Ave.\, Lynchburg\, VA\, 24501\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240108T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155428
CREATED:20211201T001302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T211841Z
UID:18810-1704708000-1704715200@vcwcentralregion.com
SUMMARY:"Creating a Resume" Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Who is this for? \nThis workshop is designed for those who are creating a resume for the first time\, those wishing to update their old resumes\, and those wishing to make their resumes catch the attention of the employers in our area. \nWhat will you learn? \nThis workshop will teach you how to format and arrange the four essential sections of a good resume (the header\, summary statement\, experience\, and education sections)\, as well as how to impress employers with an optional professional affiliations section.  We will focus mainly on the summary statement\, as it is the most crucial section of a good resume. \nThrough activities such as “Get to Know Yourself” and handouts which include a good sample resume\, current resume “buzzwords”\, and identifying strengths & weaknesses\, you will discover the best words\, phrases\, and ways to present your skillsets\, as well as your unique attributes & qualities in writing. \nFor more information or to reserve your spot\, contact Jeff Bennett: 434-283-5183 / Email:  jeff.bennett@vcwcentral.com
URL:https://vcwcentralregion.com/event/creating-a-resume-workshop-3/
LOCATION:Life Skills Institute\, 2323 Memorial Ave.\, Lynchburg\, VA\, 24501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Center Seminars,General Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240110
DTSTAMP:20260403T155428
CREATED:20240109T202718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T211841Z
UID:19667-1704758400-1704844799@vcwcentralregion.com
SUMMARY:Central Virginia Workforce Development Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Central Virginia Workforce Development Board will meet Tuesday\, January 9\, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. Due to inclement weather\, this will be a 100% virtual meeting. \nClick here to join the meeting \nMeeting ID: 234 013 178 723\nPasscode: p7u4R5
URL:https://vcwcentralregion.com/event/central-virginia-workforce-development-board-meeting-17/
LOCATION:Microsoft Teams
CATEGORIES:General Events,Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240109T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155428
CREATED:20230202T023849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T211841Z
UID:19255-1704794400-1704801600@vcwcentralregion.com
SUMMARY:Vital Skills Workshop: Time Management
DESCRIPTION:Vital Skills\, led by Jeff Bennett with Virginia Career Works\, will teach you all there is to know about time management\, goal setting\, and more to excel in the workplace. \nCome learn how to make yourself marketable for any job! This free event will take place from 10AM -12PM on January 9 at the Life Skills Institute\, located at 2323 Memorial Avenue\, Suite 26 in Lynchburg (Lower Level of The Plaza). \nFor more information or to reserve your spot\, contact Jeff Bennett: 434-283-5183 / Email:  jeff.bennett@vcwcentral.com
URL:https://vcwcentralregion.com/event/vital-skills-workshop-time-management/
LOCATION:Life Skills Institute\, 2323 Memorial Ave.\, Lynchburg\, VA\, 24501\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events,Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240111T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240111T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155428
CREATED:20230202T024000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T211841Z
UID:19257-1704967200-1704974400@vcwcentralregion.com
SUMMARY:Vital Skills Workshop: Goal Setting
DESCRIPTION:Vital Skills\, led by Jeff Bennett with Virginia Career Works\, will teach you all there is to know about time management\, goal setting\, and more to excel in the workplace. \nCome learn how to make yourself marketable for any job! This free event will take place from 10AM -12PM on January 11 at the Life Skills Institute\, located at 2323 Memorial Avenue\, Suite 26 in Lynchburg (Lower Level of The Plaza). \nFor more information or to reserve your spot\, contact Jeff Bennett: 434-283-5183 / Email:  jeff.bennett@vcwcentral.com
URL:https://vcwcentralregion.com/event/vital-skills-workshop-goal-setting/
LOCATION:Life Skills Institute\, 2323 Memorial Ave.\, Lynchburg\, VA\, 24501\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events,Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155428
CREATED:20211201T001559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T211840Z
UID:18814-1705312800-1705320000@vcwcentralregion.com
SUMMARY:“Success in the Workplace:  Soft Skills”
DESCRIPTION:Who is this for? \nThis workshop is designed for those who need to learn the importance of developing and improving their soft skills.  It is for those who are struggling to land the second interview due to something they may not be aware of causing them to not make that good first impression on the interviewers.  It is for those who want to know the most important aspects that employers are looking for in an employee.  It is for those who want to become the best employee they can be.  This workshop is for those who do NOT believe they need a workshop in soft skills! \nWhat will you learn? \nThis workshop will teach you the top 9 soft skills that are in demand according to employers.  It will teach you the definitions of the soft skills and how to develop & improve them in your life. \nThrough activities such as “Hard vs. Soft Skills”\, “Drawing Bugs”\, & “$86\,400”\, along with great facilitated discussion\, you will learn the importance of soft skills in the workplace\, how to make a good first impression at your job interview\, and hopefully secure employment\, as well as position yourself for advancement & promotions at your place of employment. \nFor more information or to reserve your spot\, contact Jeff Bennett: 434-283-5183 / Email:  jeff.bennett@vcwcentral.com
URL:https://vcwcentralregion.com/event/success-in-the-workplace-soft-skills-4/
LOCATION:Life Skills Institute\, 2323 Memorial Ave.\, Lynchburg\, VA\, 24501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Center Seminars,General Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240119
DTSTAMP:20260403T155428
CREATED:20240112T022741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T211840Z
UID:19670-1705449600-1705622399@vcwcentralregion.com
SUMMARY:Royal Farms Hiring Event
DESCRIPTION:Virginia Career Works is hosting a Hiring Event with Royal Farms on January 17 and 18 from 10AM until 2PM each day at the Bedford Central Library\, located at 321 North Bridge Street in Bedford. Walk-ins are welcome. Interested job seekers are encouraged to fill out an application in advance on the Royal Farms website at https://www.royalfarms.com/careers/.
URL:https://vcwcentralregion.com/event/royal-farms-hiring-event/
LOCATION:Bedford Central Library\, 321 North Bridge Street\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events,Job Fairs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240122T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240122T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155428
CREATED:20211201T001939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T211840Z
UID:18820-1705917600-1705924800@vcwcentralregion.com
SUMMARY:"Mastering the Interview" Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Who is this for? \nThis workshop is designed for those who are going into a job interview and are anxious about saying the right things and making a good impression on the interviewers.  It is for those who want to present with self-confidence and become the prime candidate over & above everyone else competing for the job. \nWhat will you learn? \nThis workshop will teach you what to do before the interview to best prepare yourself\, as well as how to conduct yourself during the interview.  It will teach you how to anticipate the questions you will be asked\, and the answers you will give.  It will teach you how to present your strengths & weaknesses\, your attributes & qualities\, and your skillsets in such a way that they can’t help but consider you for the job.  It will teach you how to present yourself. \nThrough activities such as “Create Your Own Stories” and handouts which include current mock interview questions & great tips on what to do and not to do in a job interview\, you will learn how to answer behavioral & situation-based questions\, how to turn your weaknesses into strengths by your answers\, and how to totally impress the interviewers to land your second interview\, and ultimately the job.  This workshop will help you stand out from the other candidates. \nFor more information or to reserve your spot\, contact Jeff Bennett: 434-283-5183 / Email:  jeff.bennett@vcwcentral.com
URL:https://vcwcentralregion.com/event/mastering-the-interview-workshop-3/
LOCATION:Life Skills Institute\, 2323 Memorial Ave.\, Lynchburg\, VA\, 24501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Center Seminars,General Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240129T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155428
CREATED:20211201T000142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T211840Z
UID:18798-1706522400-1706529600@vcwcentralregion.com
SUMMARY:The Great Race Workshop
DESCRIPTION:“Start The Great Race”\nFree workshop.  Open to the public.  \n\nEvery 4th Monday\n10:00 AM – Noon\nLife Skills Institute\nLower level of the Plaza\n2323 Memorial Ave.  Suite 27\nLynchburg\, VA 24501\n\nWho is this for? \nThis workshop is designed for those transitioning from school into the workforce for the first time\, those who have been unemployed for a period of time and are re-entering the workforce\, and those who are entering a new career pathway. \nIt is also helpful for those who need employment\, but lack motivation or confidence\, and those who don’t know where to begin. \nWhat will you learn? \nThis workshop will help you to identify & define your strengths\, weaknesses\, & skills-sets to create resume’ summary statements & answer important job interview questions. \nIt will help you to develop a strong\, healthy mind-set & attitude that will improve self-confidence\, self-motivation\, & the qualities that employers are looking for. \nThrough activities such as “Get to Know Yourself” & “Create Your Own Stories”\, this will prepare you for the transition from school to the workforce\, and/or help you take charge of your career pathway. \nFor more information or to reserve your spot\, contact Jeff Bennett: 434-283-5183 / Email:  jeff.bennett@vcwcentral.com
URL:https://vcwcentralregion.com/event/the-great-race-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Life Skills Institute\, 2323 Memorial Ave.\, Lynchburg\, VA\, 24501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Center Seminars,General Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240130T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240130T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155428
CREATED:20230124T214405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T211840Z
UID:19243-1706608800-1706616000@vcwcentralregion.com
SUMMARY:Vital Skills Workshop: Creating a Budget
DESCRIPTION:Join Jeff Bennett of Virginia Career Works for a budgeting workshop\, focusing on the importance of and tips for budgeting your money and managing it wisely. This free event will take place from 10AM -12PM on January 30 at the Life Skills Institute\, located at 2323 Memorial Avenue\, Suite 26 in Lynchburg (Lower Level of The Plaza). \nFor more information or to reserve your spot\, contact Jeff Bennett: 434-283-5183 / Email:  jeff.bennett@vcwcentral.com
URL:https://vcwcentralregion.com/event/vital-skills-creating-a-budget/
LOCATION:Life Skills Institute\, 2323 Memorial Ave.\, Lynchburg\, VA\, 24501\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events,Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240312T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240312T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155428
CREATED:20240305T210814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T211840Z
UID:19703-1710237600-1710252000@vcwcentralregion.com
SUMMARY:Buffalo Air Handling Hiring Event
DESCRIPTION:Join Virginia Career Works for a Hiring Event with Buffalo Air Handling on Tuesday\, March 12\, 2024 from 10 AM – 2PM. This event will be held at the Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center\, located at 3125 Odd Fellows Road in Lynchburg. Buffalo Air Handling is hiring Assemblers starting at $16.93/HR in Amherst. They also need Welders\, Electricians\, and a CAD Designer. Additional engineer jobs also available (Mechanical\, Contract\, and Sales Application).Call 434-947-2374 to set up an interview time slot in advance.
URL:https://vcwcentralregion.com/event/buffalo-air-handling-hiring-event/
LOCATION:Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center\, 3125 Odd Fellows Road\, Lynchburg\, VA\, 24501
CATEGORIES:General Events,Job Fairs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155428
CREATED:20240328T201022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T211840Z
UID:19711-1712224800-1712239200@vcwcentralregion.com
SUMMARY:Delaware North Hiring Event
DESCRIPTION:Virginia Career Works and Virginia Works are hosting a Hiring Event for Delaware North on April 4 from 10AM – 2PM at the Peaks of Otter Lodge\, located at 85554 Blue Ridge Parkway in Bedford. Delaware North is attempting to fill more than a dozen roles at the Peaks of Otter Lodge for the Summer 2024 season\, including: \n\nSales & Event Coordinator\nServer / Lead Server\nNight Auditor\nBartender\nHost\nDishwasher\nBusser\nEvent Banquet Lead\nRetail Cashier\nKitchen Supervisor\nCooks\nHousekeeping Inspector\nFront Desk Clerk\nShuttle Bus Driver\nDining Room Supervisor\nLaundry Worker\nHousekeeper\n\nOpen interviews will be conducted during the Hiring Event on April 4. To schedule an interview time slot in advance\, call 434-947-2374.
URL:https://vcwcentralregion.com/event/delaware-north-hiring-event-2/
LOCATION:Peaks of Otter Lodge\, 85554 Blue Ridge Parkway\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events,Job Fairs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240409
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240410
DTSTAMP:20260403T155428
CREATED:20230427T220443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T211840Z
UID:19372-1712620800-1712707199@vcwcentralregion.com
SUMMARY:Central Virginia Workforce Development Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Central Virginia Workforce Development Board will meet Tuesday\, April 9\, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. This meeting will take place in-person at the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance (300 Lucado Place; Lynchburg\, VA). \nClick here to view the agenda packet
URL:https://vcwcentralregion.com/event/central-virginia-workforce-development-board-meeting-18/
LOCATION:Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance\, 300 Lucado Place\, Lynchburg\, VA\, 24504\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events,Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155428
CREATED:20240808T203824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T211840Z
UID:19749-1723640400-1723644000@vcwcentralregion.com
SUMMARY:Central Virginia Workforce Development Board - Executive Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Executive Committee of the Central Virginia Workforce Development Board will meet Wednesday\, August 14\, 2024 at 1 p.m. This meeting will take place virtually on Microsoft Teams. Anyone with questions about the meeting should email Traci Blido\, Executive Director of the Central Virginia Workforce Development Board\, prior to the meeting at traci.blido@vcwcentral.com. \nClick this link to attend the meeting virtually on the Microsoft Teams platform. \nClick this link to view the meeting agenda
URL:https://vcwcentralregion.com/event/central-virginia-workforce-development-board-executive-committee-meeting-7/
LOCATION:Microsoft Teams
CATEGORIES:General Events,Meetings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240816T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155428
CREATED:20240808T203320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T211839Z
UID:19748-1723726800-1723813200@vcwcentralregion.com
SUMMARY:Royal Farms Hiring Event
DESCRIPTION:Royal Farms is getting closer to opening its new Rustburg location and we have more opportunities for you to apply for jobs at that store. Stop by our Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center\, located at 3125 Odd Fellows Road in Lynchburg\, on August 15 from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. and August 16 from 9AM – 1PM to apply for Customer Service Associate and Customer Service Lead positions. If you would like to schedule an interview time in advance\, please call 434-439-3046.
URL:https://vcwcentralregion.com/event/royal-farms-hiring-event-2/
LOCATION:Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center\, 3125 Odd Fellows Road\, Lynchburg\, VA\, 24501
CATEGORIES:General Events,Job Fairs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240905T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240905T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155428
CREATED:20240816T182136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T211839Z
UID:19753-1725526800-1725537600@vcwcentralregion.com
SUMMARY:Hiring Event with Harco/IPEX
DESCRIPTION:Learn about great career opportunities with a growing company. HARCO/IPEX will host a Hiring Event at the Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center\, located 3125 Odd Fellows Road\, on Thursday\, September 5 from 9 AM – NOON. Harco/IPEX has openings for shipping clerks\, processors\, maintenance technicians\, machine operators\, mold technicians\, specifications managers\, production managers\, and tooling managers. Stop by the event or call 434-947-2374 to schedule an interview time slot in advance.
URL:https://vcwcentralregion.com/event/hiring-event-with-harco-ipex/
LOCATION:Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center\, 3125 Odd Fellows Road\, Lynchburg\, VA\, 24501
CATEGORIES:General Events,Job Fairs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241008T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241008T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155428
CREATED:20240808T204047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T221535Z
UID:19751-1728399600-1728405000@vcwcentralregion.com
SUMMARY:Central Virginia Workforce Development Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Central Virginia Workforce Development Board will meet on Tuesday\, October 8\, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. The meeting will take place at the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance\, located at 300 Lucado Place; Lynchburg\, VA 24504. Members of the public are invited to attend. Anyone wishing to provide public comments should email Traci Blido\, Executive Director of the Central Virginia Workforce Development Board\, prior to the meeting at traci.blido@vcwcentral.com.
URL:https://vcwcentralregion.com/event/central-virginia-workforce-development-board-meeting-19/
LOCATION:Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance\, 300 Lucado Place\, Lynchburg\, VA\, 24504\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events,Meetings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155428
CREATED:20241011T203020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T210312Z
UID:19778-1728633600-1728666000@vcwcentralregion.com
SUMMARY:Statewide Virtual Hiring Event
DESCRIPTION:Employers across Virginia are hiring and you can learn about their opportunities without leaving home! Virginia Works\, in partnership with the Virginia Employment Commission and Virginia Career Works\, is hosting a Virtual Job Fair on October 30 from 10 AM – 5PM. Chat with hiring representatives and learn about opportunities across the Commonwealth. To register for the event and learn more\, visit: https://lnkd.in/eQA-rF9Z
URL:https://vcwcentralregion.com/event/statewide-virtual-hiring-event/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Community Event,General Events,Job Fairs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155428
CREATED:20241011T202637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T202713Z
UID:19777-1730192400-1730206800@vcwcentralregion.com
SUMMARY:Fall Hiring Event
DESCRIPTION:Virginia Career Works is hosting a Fall Hiring Event on Tuesday\, October 29 from 9AM – 1PM at the Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center\, 3125 Odd Fellows Road; Lynchburg\, VA 24501. Apply for positions in person and talk with hiring managers on site. Bring your resume! Admission is free. Participating employers include: \nAerofin\nBanker Steel\nBedford Weaving\nBGF\nBlue Ridge Regional Jail Authority\nBuffalo Air Handling\nCloudFit\nEckerd Connects (ODJCC)\nFoster Fuels\nGeorgia-Pacific – Big Island\nGeorgia-Pacific – Gladys\nHorizon Behavioral Health\nHumanKind\nInnovairre\nRoadSafe Traffic\nSam Moore Furniture\nSignode Industrial Group\nTRU by Hilton \nTo learn more and receive help with your resume prior to the event\, please call 434-455-5940 and press option 2 to speak with a customer service representative. If you have questions about the event\, please call 434-947-2374.
URL:https://vcwcentralregion.com/event/fall-hiring-event/
LOCATION:Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center\, 3125 Odd Fellows Road\, Lynchburg\, VA\, 24501
CATEGORIES:Community Event,General Events,Job Fairs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155428
CREATED:20250116T215107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T215107Z
UID:19794-1737622800-1737637200@vcwcentralregion.com
SUMMARY:Delta Star Hiring Event
DESCRIPTION:The Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center will be hosting a Hiring Event with Delta Star on January 23 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Delta Star is recruiting Coil Winders and Transformer Assemblers on the night shift at their Lynchburg facility. These are entry-level openings with a growing employer in our region. \nPrior to attending the event\, job seekers must be fully registered in the Virginia Workforce Connection (VWC) at vawc.virginia.gov. Applicants are strongly encouraged to schedule an interview time slot in advance by calling 434-947-2374.
URL:https://vcwcentralregion.com/event/delta-star-hiring-event-2/
LOCATION:Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center\, 3125 Odd Fellows Road\, Lynchburg\, VA\, 24501
CATEGORIES:General Events,Job Fairs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155428
CREATED:20250228T203605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T203605Z
UID:19815-1741168800-1741186800@vcwcentralregion.com
SUMMARY:Virginia Has Jobs: A Statewide Virtual Hiring Event
DESCRIPTION:Virginia Works and its partners Virginia Career Works and the Virginia Employment Commission are hosting a Statewide Virtual Hiring Event next Wednesday\, March 5th\, from 10 AM – 3 PM. Whether you’re an employer looking for talent or a jobseeker looking for your next opportunity\, this event will connect users just like a real-live job fair\, but across geography! Jobseekers\, you can share your resume\, speak directly with employers\, and browse opportunities. Employers\, you can meet skilled individuals who could be your next new hires\, book time for one-on-one interviews\, and exhibit what you have to offer. If you are an impacted Federal worker and are looking for your next career opportunity\, consider joining this event! Register now at 🔗 tinyurl.com/VHJ-JS
URL:https://vcwcentralregion.com/event/virginia-has-jobs-a-statewide-virtual-hiring-event/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:General Events,Job Fairs
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