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David Freireich, an Account Executive with years of experience in the field of health and wellness benefits, found himself in job search after a merger absorbed his position. Passionate about his field, but seeking the opportunity to earn new tools,…

Just a few weeks ago, National Able Network began operating as the One-Stop Operator and the provider of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) adult and dislocated worker services for Greater Omaha. WIOA, which is part of the federally…

Marvin Harvey earned his bachelor’s degree in business in 2012, and worked in the accounting and finance field through 2017. However, that very same year, Marvin was laid off. This unexpected career hiccup didn’t faze Marvin one bit. He took…

Tina Rembert was unemployed for the second time ever. She had been a successful National Able Network client in the past, and she knew the value available to her, so she knew exactly what to do. Tina re-applied and was…

Chioma Triplett, administration and project management professional, became unemployed after two years at the same company. However, she wasted no time and quickly connected with National Able Network to attend an orientation on the very same day. Chioma knew exactly…

For 20 years, Tonya Manning had the same goal – she wanted to become a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Although financial hardships, and life changes were thrown her way – she kept her eyes on her goal. As she attended…

Beginning in college, Aisha Hunt was making a career pathway in sales, working for various industries, including the real estate industry when she was unexpectedly laid off in 2018.  Aisha took the lay off as an opportunity to transition into…

This year marks the five-year anniversary of the enactment of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, popularly known as WIOA. WIOA has helped hundreds of thousands of Americans find stable, fulfilling, and long-term employment, and has helped employers find passionate,…

Patricia “Patty” Miranda de Rodriguez, originally from Panama, attended college in 2003 to pursue a career in Interior Design. Unfortunately, upon graduation, the real estate crisis had severely limited the field, so she pursued a job at a law firm….

Cornelious Brookens, an energetic 58-year-old and father of four, worked in the retail industry for more than 30 years. As he moved through the industry, he found a company he liked, and stayed with them for 15 years. He was…