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Honor a Veteran by Understanding Their Unique Skill Sets

Bridget Altenburg November 7, 2016 Business Solutions, Non-profit, Veterans Forward, Workforce 0

Kat went from mechanic to working as a career coach. Rob worked as a trainer and now helps non-profits raise money. Melton went from pilot to working as a human rights investigator. Kiara managed logistics and today works with at-risk…

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‘Checking Out’ the I AM RETAIL Summit

Kristen Cullotta October 5, 2016 Business Solutions, IT Career Lab, Non-profit, Training, Workforce 0

The first-ever “I AM RETAIL” summit took place in Dallas this week. It was hosted by the ACT Foundation and attended by workforce stakeholders from across the country who, like National Able Network, share a common goal of implementing innovative solutions…

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3 Great Reasons to Hire Job Seekers Over the Age of 50!

Emily Mason September 21, 2016 Business Solutions, Non-profit, Senior Services, Training, Workforce 1

Throughout National Employ Older Workers Week, National Able Network is posting stories and statistics with one goal: to crush the outdated stereotype that older workers are a hindrance rather than an asset. Here are three great reasons that companies should seek…

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The Information Technology Sector Center | Powered by National Able Network

Megan Hammond August 31, 2016 Business Solutions, Training, Workforce 3

National Able Network (Able) is happy to announce the launch of its Information Technology Sector Center, the premiere resource that connects local businesses with job seekers to help build Chicago’s booming information technology sector! To kick-off the launch of the Information Technology Sector Center, Able…

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Connecting IT Professionals to Their Next Career!

Elliott Esparza April 8, 2016 Business Solutions, IT Career Lab 0

My name is Elliott Esparza and I’m the new Technical Education Manager for IT Career Lab! As you may know, IT Career Lab is an innovative back to work program that is designed to help aspiring Information Technology professionals get trained,…

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Business Leaders speak at Headquarters

Kristen Cullotta October 7, 2015 Business Solutions, Senior Services, Training, Veterans Forward, Workforce 1

National Able Network hosted a panel discussion on October 1, 2015 with business leaders about hiring best-practices and trends. The discussion was part of an agency-wide professional development training designed to help Able’s staff better prepare our clients for successful…

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The Business Case for Hiring a Veteran: A look at the partnership between National Able Network and Framework Communications

Kelsey Lee June 24, 2015 Business Solutions, IT Career Lab, Veterans Forward, Workforce 0

One year ago this month, National Able Network began talking with John Fakhoury, President and Chief Executive Officer of Framework Communications, about a possible partnership between his telecom and networking support company and the workforce services at National Able Network….

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Welcome Jon Kimmel to the IT Career Lab Team!

Matthew Weis March 2, 2015 Business Solutions, IT Career Lab, Uncategorized, Workforce 0

The IT Career Lab team is proud to announce the addition of Jon Kimmel who is taking the role of IT Account Manager by storm! Jon originally hails from Michigan, and has been employed as an IT recruiter for 5 years at…

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National Able Network Selected by Walmart Foundation for New Career Training Program

Grace Powers February 26, 2015 Business Solutions, Training, Uncategorized, Workforce 0

I am thrilled to announce that National Able Network has been selected as one of seven nonprofit organizations in the U.S. to receive funding as part of Walmart Foundation’s $100 million five-year commitment to help entry-level workers advance in their careers…

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Looking to Hire? National Able Network is Your Solution

Megan Hammond November 21, 2014 Business Solutions, Workforce 0