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Record Turnouts Highlight Central Missouri’s Commitment to Workforce Growth
Central Missouri’s Fall 2025 hiring events drew record attendance, connecting hundreds of job seekers with top employers across the region
Home Depot Job Fair Connects Mexico Jobseekers with Local Employers
The Mexico Chamber of Commerce hosted a Home Depot Job Fair at the VFW Hall in Mexico, MO, bringing together 14 employers and 26 jobseekers as part of a Rapid Response effort with support from Central Region workforce staff.
The JA Trades Simulation Trailer Brings Hands-On Career Exploration to Fulton This Fall
Students across Mid-Missouri will experience hands-on career exploration through the JA Trades Simulation Trailer in Fulton this fall. The traveling experience features seven interactive stations focused on the skilled trades, STEM, and future workforce skills.
Fulton High School Students Explore Future Careers at Callaway County College and Career Fair
More than 140 students attended the Callaway County College and Career Fair at Fulton High School on October 8, connecting with 50 employers and colleges. The Central Workforce Development Region helped students explore On-the-Job Training, work experience, and formal training programs.
Episode 75: AI, Automation, and the Future of Work: How Technology Is Changing Jobs
Explore how AI and automation are transforming jobs—and how job seekers and employers can adapt.
Savannah Jeffries Achieves Her RN Dream with WIOA Support
Discover how WIOA support helped Savannah Jeffries advance from CNA to RN at Arrowhead Senior Living, doubling her pay and achieving her nursing dream.
Missouri Jobs Report: August 2025 Shows Employment Shifts Across Industries
Missouri’s August 2025 Jobs Report shows a decrease of 5,900 jobs, steady unemployment at 4.1%, and year-over-year growth of 33,900 jobs. Learn how these trends impact the Central Region workforce.
Walk-In-Wednesdays in Columbia Connects Job Seekers and Employers for a Successful September Event
Walk-In-Wednesdays in Columbia brought 11 employers and 46 job seekers together on Sept. 17, 2025. Next event: Oct. 15. Stay updated at cwdregion.com/wiw.
WIOA Work Experience Program Leads to Career Success for Alexis Christian
Learn how WIOA helped Alexis Christian in Miller County turn job loss into a new career as a Preschool Teacher at Elite Little’s Christian Academy in Eldon, MO.
How WIOA Support Helped Cassidy Prater Become a Registered Dental Hygienist
Discover how Miller County resident Cassidy Prater achieved her dream of becoming a licensed Dental Hygienist with support from the WIOA Adult Occupational Skills Training program.
Central Region Joins Mizzou Basic Needs Resource Fair 2025 to Connect Students with Career Resources
The Central Region team connected with 140 students at the 2nd annual Mizzou Basic Needs Resource Fair on September 9, 2025, sharing Missouri Job Center resources, résumé workshops, and more.
Episode 74: How Stacy Learned to Break the Cycle
Stacy Dismang Wright spent 21 years in prison. Now she’s helping others recover. Hear her powerful story of redemption, purpose, and second chances.
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Episode 54: How to Introduce Yourself in an Email
Is there a right or wrong way to send an email to a potential employer? Yes and yes, and we’re talking about it in this episode of The Workforce Link Podcast.
Episode 53: Navigating Disability Accommodations in the Workplace with Michelle Raz
Is it okay to ask for accommodations at work when it comes to function challenges like ADHD? And as an employer, how do you address those concerns?
Episode 52: How and When To Put Coursera Certificates on Your Resume
How and when should you put Coursera certificates on your resume? That’s what we’re talking about in this episode of The Workforce Link.