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Wednesday, November 08, 2023GrowCB Business Partners Celebration
On November 7, 2023, Alicia Frieze, workforce development director, went out and delivered 12 more GrowCB Business Partner plaques. These 12 businesses have been working with GrowCB partners, Avenue Scholars of Southwest Iowa, Council Bluffs Community School District, and Lewis Central School District, to foster the growth and development of our local youth! Joining GrowCB (Generating Readiness in Our Workforce) is not just a business decision; it's an investment in the future of our community and
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Tuesday, November 07, 2023November BetterCulture FREE Resources
BETTER CULTURE NOVEMBER RESOURCES Exciting News! We've teamed up with BetterCulture to bring you an array of resources dedicated to enhancing workplace culture. One of the highlights is our FREE event - "Caffeine and Culture" on November 14th, starting at 8:30am CT. Join us for a stimulating 60-minute session packed with dynamic networking and insightful discussions on the latest trends in leadership and company culture. You'll have the opportunity to connect with like-minded leaders, gain actionable
Friday, November 03, 2023Applications for L.I.F.T. Open November 6, 2023
The Council Bluffs Area Chamber of Commerce and HRAM are excited to announce that our second cohort for L.I.F.T. (Leveraging Individual Female Talent) Mentor Program will be accepting mentor and mentee applications starting on November 6, 2023. We are proud to say that 50% of our cohort participants from our first cohort are now employed! We are ready to help some additional local females re-enter the workforce. L.I.F.T. Mentor Program is a joint endeavor between the CB Chamber and the Omaha chapter of
Monday, September 18, 2023Council Bluffs Area Chamber of Commerce Receives Grant from Google to Expand GrowCB Program
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Alicia Frieze Workforce Development Director Council Bluffs Area Chamber of Commerce alicia@councilbluffsiowa.com Monday, September 18, 2023 Council Bluffs Area Chamber of Commerce Receives Grant from Google to Expand GrowCB Program Council Bluffs, Iowa – Council Bluffs Area of Chamber of Commerce, is dedicated to empowering local students and strengthening the community, is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded a $5,000 grant from Google to further develop and
Monday, September 18, 2023Nurturing Tomorrow's Talent: The Significance of Work-Based Learning Opportunities
Nurturing Tomorrow's Talent: The Significance of Work-Based Learning Opportunities In today's fast-paced world, the need for a well-prepared, skilled workforce is paramount. To ensure that our youth are equipped to face the challenges of the future job market, work-based learning opportunities have emerged as a vital component of education. These programs bridge the gap between classroom knowledge and real-world application, offering invaluable experiences that prepare young individuals for successful
Thursday, May 11, 2023Adobe - Study on Business Hypergrowth
Adobe has just published a study on businesses experiencing hypergrowth They surveyed over 1,000 marketers at companies experiencing hypergrowth about the main factors that enabled their companies to achieve that success. 42% of those polled were women, 25% were small businesses, and 61% were medium businesses. Among our findings were the following: According to 63% of marketers, creativity and design were the top contributors to hypergrowth success. Over 50% of companies experiencing hypergrowth focused
