New North Inc. has partnered with Centergy Inc., the economic development organization for Central Wisconsin, to offer a virtual event targeted to area companies interested in hiring transitioning service members.
The information session – Sept. 17 from noon to 1 p.m. – will introduce employers, human resources professionals and community leaders to the Skillbridge program of the U.S. Department of Defense.
Skillbridge provides service members with the opportunity to gain valuable civilian work experience with specific industry training, apprenticeships or internships during their last 180 days of military service. Employers receive access to a pipeline of high-skilled, mission-driven talent at no cost.
“We have found that transitioning service members can be an excellent source of top-tier talent for companies within the New North region,” says Rebecca Deschane, vice president of talent development for New North Inc, the regional marketing and economic development corporation serving the 18 counties of Northeast Wisconsin. “Veterans provide strong leadership, discipline, teamwork and advanced technical expertise to their employer.
Interested parties can register for the Skillbridge virtual event at https://www.simpletix.com/e/introduction-to-the-skillbridge-platform-tickets-232960.
Additional information on Skillbridge and other programs dedicated to hiring transitioning service members can be found on the New North website at https://www.thenewnorth.com/veteran-skilling-programs/.
