July 26, 2010
Hungry? Join Us for Lunch!

On Wednesday, July 28, HIRED clients involved in the Broadway High School Culinary Training Program will take part in a Chef Challenge, a competition in which two teams of students prepare three-course meals for volunteer judges to score. The challenge is the culmination of a culinary arts class for students in their senior year and judging is open to all friends of HIRED. Judges should arrive at 11:15 a.m. and food will be served at 11:30 a.m. For more information and to reserve your seat, contact Erin Loavenbruck at Erin.Loavenbruck@HIRED.org or call 612-287-1364.

July 21, 2010
HIRED Client and Counselor Featured on Twin Cities Daily Planet

A piece by Jeremy Stratton and Sheila Regan of Twin Cities Daily Planet discusses the current state of MFIP and features quotes from HIRED Senior Program Manager Kari Felegy and the story of HIRED client Sharon Turner. The article can be seen here.

July 2, 2010
HIRED Business Development Coordinator Co-Authors Article

Adrian Shaheed, a business development coordinator at HIRED, co-authored “After the Recession,” an article in this month’s Economic Trends Magazine, published by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development. To view the article, click here.

June 1, 2010
Now on Facebook!

Do you want to connect with HIRED friends and supporters? Learn more about HIRED’s programs, volunteer opportunities and upcoming events? Help us launch our Facebook page and strengthen our network of support. Search for “HIRED” on Facebook (or just click here!) to see photos, connect with HIRED friends and learn about upcoming events!

May 28, 2010
Join us for the Night Shift!

Gather your friends and family for some fun and, at the same time, support a good cause! On Thursday, June 17, HIRED will host its first ever summer social event – Night Shift – at Vic’s at St. Anthony Main. This not-to-be-missed event will feature live music from Honeydogs lead singer/songwriter and former HIRED youth counselor Adam Levy and the Harper Valley TA, hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, a silent auction and a gorgeous night-time view of the Minneapolis skyline. Even more, 100% of the proceeds will support HIRED’s mission.

Ticket are available in advance for $35 by clicking here or $40 at the door. For more information about the event or sponsorship opportunities, contact Karen Samek (Karen.Samek@HIRED.org or 612-302-8504) or visit the Night Shift section of our website.

May 3, 2010
HIRED Defends General Assistance and MFIP

With a looming vote in the Minnesota House regarding cuts to the state’s MFIP and General Assistance programs, HIRED partners and clients came together to produce a video opposing the action. Click here to see more.

April 13, 2010
HIRED Applauded by Star Tribune Columnist Neal St. Anthony

On the front page of the Business section in today’s Star Tribune, noted columnist Neal St. Anthony celebrates HIRED’s work in the Twin Cities community and features the success stories of four HIRED clients. Read more here.

April 7, 2010
HIRED Team Quoted in Star Tribune

Sunday’s edition of the Star Tribune features quotes from Executive Director Jane Samargia and Senior Program Manager John Klem. In the article, titled “Online recruiting has job hunters feeling disconnected,” reporter Dee DePass delves into the world of online applications and how job fairs have changed in the recent economy. To read the article, click here.

March 22, 2010
Lunch AND Volunteering? What an Opportunity!

Volunteer judges are needed for HIRED and Broadway High School’s Chef Challenge this Wednesday, March 24 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Student teams will prepare three-course meals for volunteer judges to score. For more information, contact Karen Samek or call 612-302-8504.

March 19, 2010
HIRED Executive Director Quoted in Pioneer Press

An article in today’s St. Paul Pioneer Press titled, “State Drops Jobs in February,” features quotes from HIRED Executive Director Jane Samargia. In the piece, Samargia makes it clear that the job market is still very difficult for people of all skill sets. To read the article, click here.