HIRED | June Newsletter

June 2009 eNews

Second-annual Jobs Summit Fundraising Breakfast a Success

On May 14, over 200 community members pledged more than $40,000 in support of HIRED's work. The second-annual Jobs Summit program featured the emotional stories of HIRED clients, an address from Executive Director Jane Samargia, an exclusive performance from singer/songwriter Adam Levy and an account from Philomena Morrissey Satre, a Wells Fargo employee and volunteer member of HIRED's Employer Advisory Board.

Executive Director Jane Samargia said, "This year's Summit was another success and we are incredibly thankful for the support we've received. As I said at the event, we're thinking strategically about the future of Minnesota's employment landscape and the financial contributions we have received will help us continue to do our job with the same optimism, knowing that we are prepared to meet the challenges ahead."

Remarks from attendees were very positive. Most cited the performance by Adam Levy and the personal account of Quwatel Brothers as their favorite portions of the program. Quwatel, a 21-year-old HIRED client, shared her experience of being homeless and without hope, struggling to make ends meet, until enrolling in HIRED's STEP program and landing a paid internship at a local daycare.

Samargia continued, "Thank you to everyone who attended and helped us make the Jobs Summit a success. We sincerely appreciate your support."

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Celebrate!

'Tis the season for graduation celebrations, and this week HIRED will celebrate the accomplishments of its M-Powered students and YouthLEAD participants at two different events. Friends of HIRED (that's you!) are encouraged to take part in the ceremonies, slated for this week.

Youth Recognized

Youth Lead This Thursday, June 18, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Harriet Island Pavilion in St. Paul, YouthLEAD participants will be recognized for their individual achievements at the program's annual award ceremony. Youth acknowledged at this event have faced a number of obstacles to success and will be commended for enrolling in an education or training program to better their futures. The event promises a firsthand look at one of HIRED's most successful programs for youth.

M-Powered Graduation

The M-Powered graduation, which will take place on Tuesday, June 16, at 5 p.m. at Hennepin Technical College in Brooklyn Park, will celebrate the achievements of 27 program participants. Each graduate came to the program with a different background – some currently employed in the industry and looking to update their skills and others looking for a new career path. Regardless of their intentions, M-Powered, HIRED's prestigious manufacturing training program, is designed to provide students with the training and certification necessary for success in the precision metals manufacturing industry. Learn more about the program and hear the inspirational stories of HIRED graduates.

For more information, or to RSVP for either of these events, please contact Erin Loavenbruck by e-mail.

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