Author: Shameika Rhymes

At the recent NCWorks Commission meeting, Charlotte Works Director of Business Engagement Andrew Davila and NCWorks/Equus Business Solutions Manager Abi Vega joined representatives from Duke Energy to discuss the growing impact of their collaborative partnership. The presentation focused on a shared mission: expanding work-based learning opportunities...

On May 13, we joined Central Piedmont Community College, our NextGen Out of School Youth provider, to celebrate the graduation of their Workforce Scholars! This ceremony honored our incredible NextGen Out-of-School Youth, alongside graduates from Central Piedmont’s Accelerated Career Training and SECU Bridge to Career...

Across the Carolinas, the job market is hitting a historic mark. Last month, Mecklenburg County saw over 54,000 job postings, the highest single-month volume in more than two years. Yet for college graduates of the Class of 2026, these thousands of opportunities can sometimes feel...

Effective leadership is regarded as fundamental to cultivating a resilient and lasting organizational culture at Coca-Cola Consolidated. The company advocates for both inspirational and servant leadership, maintaining that prioritizing employee support and meeting their needs fosters trust, enhances engagement, and promotes ongoing development. “Strategic partnerships enable...

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