Where do you work? How long have you been there?

I have been with Vocational Rehabilitation Services for about 5 ½ years.

Hometown?

I consider Mapleton, MN my hometown but grew up in the country between Delavan and Easton, MN.

What do you do for fun outside of work?

Camping, motorcycling, and being with friends and family.

What are you binge-watching right now?

All American

Favorite travel destination(s)?
I haven’t traveled enough to have a favorite destination yet, but it is on the to do list!

A personal accomplishment that makes you proud?

I was promoted to the position of VRS Field Operations Specialist for the southern region of the state in January 2022.

What was the first job you ever had?

Before I had my driver’s license, I was a dishwasher at a small restaurant in Easton, MN.

Have any pets?

Two spoiled dogs – Tyce & Spike.

Favorite food or restaurant?

Spaghetti!

What book is on your nightstand?

My goal is to start James Patterson’s Women’s Murder Club series this summer.

Favorite movie?

The Proposal. I’m a sucker for rom-coms and love Ryan Reynolds and Sandra Bullock!

Favorite quote?

“Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.”
― Albert Einstein

Best concert attended?

AD/DC was the most entertaining concert I’ve ever been to. The picture of my husband and I is from our limo ride to Justin Moore in May. It was his first concert and Justin did not disappoint!

The Workforce Strategy Consultant team will host this series of virtual meetings focused on highlighting proven strategies to build talent pipelines, hearing and sharing best practices, and networking with Minnesota employers about all things workforce.

Strategies for Upskilling & Training Your Workforce

Wednesday, July 6th

11am to 12pm

Join DEED's Workforce Strategy Consultants for an engaging discussion to learn about strategies for training and upskilling your workforce. Hear from a panel of employers and subject matter experts on promising practices and learn about state and regional supports. Please join prepared to share your experiences and ideas!

Register now

For general questions and accommodation requests, please email: della.ludwig@state.mn.us.

Be sure to check out the optional “Workforce Wednesday: Unplugged” immediately following the event for an extra 30 minutes of Q & A and the opportunity to turn your camera on, unmute yourself, and ask questions directly to the Regional Workforce Consultants, as well as the session’s panelists.

Did you miss last month's Workforce Wednesday?

The recordings and resources from past event are posted on the CareerForce website along with tons of great employer hiring resources!

Find out more about the Workforce Wednesday series and see topics for upcoming months.

Learn more about the Summer Jobs Campaign and the Mankato visit here:

http://mn.gov/deed/newscenter/social-media/deed-developments/index.jsp?id=1045-531229

Virtual Workshop Series on:

STRENGTH • BALANCE • SELF-RESPECT

Recognize your Resiliency and Enhance your Adaptability during these changing times.

Learn more at: https://lwpc.org/

REGISTER BY CALLING 507-345-1577 or E-MAIL INFO@LWPC.ORG

Meeting invites will be sent via email to all registered participants.

In-person sessions being held with safety precautions in place. Enrolled participants should check voicemail and e-mail prior to all scheduled in-person meetings for updates. Virtual sessions are also available.

Summer Workshop Session Flyers are available below.

MANKATO AREA ADULT BASIC EDUCATION PROGRAM

Lincoln Community Center & New Ulm Public Library

Click here to view Summer Schedule Offerings or please download the document below.

If you have questions or need help, please call or email.

Mankato (507) 345-5222 or abe@isd77.k12.mn.us

New Ulm (507) 779-5827 or tmoshe1@isd77.k12.mn.us

Check out the schedule below for ABE offerings in Le Sueur, Nicollet, Sibley and Waseca counties

CareerForce - Mankato is now open for self services on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9 am to 3:30 pm.

CareerForce can help with individual career exploration and job search assistance, from reviewing your resume to talking through options for a potential change in careers to personalized assistance finding a job right now.

Please email or call your local Career Force for Individual Assistance:

Mankato: 507-344-2622, careerforce.mankato@state.mn.us

Fairmont: 507-618-5610, careerforce.fairmont@state.mn.us

New Ulm: 507-344-2622, careerforce.newulm@state.mn.us

Job seekers may sign up for a job search appointment. Meet in person, over the phone, or online to get help in your job search. Available services include Resume Reviews, Mock Interviewing, Interest Assessments, Career Exploration, and other Job Search Assistance. Once registered, you will be contacted by staff to determine how you will meet. Registration will take place on MinnesotaWorks.net .

Check out virtual workshops on Career Job Search, Interviewing, New Leaf and more at www.careerforcemn.com/virtual-interactive-services-career-seekers

Lindsey Hanson - SSB

Sarah McDonald - MVAC

Anna Nelson - SSB

Barb Nelson - MRCI

Daniel Pfeiffer - MRCI

The Career Corner newsletter is an initiative to provide career and employment information and resources to students, parents & guardians. The newsletter is distributed to local high schools monthly.

The latest Career Corner newsletter focuses on summer camps and job opportunities along with some helpful tips and tricks for student job seekers. Check it out at: https://www.smore.com/xyj3m

Please share the newsletter with job seekers and community members that could benefit from the information. Check out past newsletters at: http://www.workforcecouncil.org/career-corner-newsletters/

Scrubs Camp allows students to explore careers in the health sciences, and to go back home motivated and focused about what they can do in middle and high school to prepare for that potential career. Students get to interact directly with many working professionals in the field and through field trips, get a tour and experience of what it would be like to work in a particular career field. Around 60 students from the area attended the three day camp this summer.

Develop and Maintain a Quality WorkForce for South Central Minnesota

Email: sara@workforcecouncil.org
Website: http://www.workforcecouncil.org/
Location: 706 North Victory Drive, Mankato, MN, USA
Phone: 507-345-2402
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