Generation West Virginia to Host Inaugural Conference: “Pathways to Progress – Charting a Course for WV’s Future Workforce”
Tickets to our inaugural conference, Pathways to Progress, are available now. This must-attend event brings together young professionals, employers, educators, and community leaders to explore strategies for workforce innovation, talent retention, and building a brighter future for West Virginia.
Interested in making a bigger impact? Explore sponsorship opportunities or consider joining a panel discussion. Contact Alex Weld at [email protected].
Broadband
Introducing GWV's Broadband Technical Assistance Webinar Series: Pathways to Connectivity and Digital Equity
Are you passionate about creating a digitally connected and inclusive future for West Virginia? Join us for the first session of our five-part series, GWV’s Broadband Technical Assistance Webinar: Pathways to Connectivity and Digital Equity.
This kickoff session, Discover Generation WV: Empowering Communities for a Digital Future, will introduce you to Generation WV, our mission, and how we’re empowering communities through broadband expansion, digital equity, workforce development, and community support.
FYI : USDA Distance Learning and Telemed grants are open now! If you’re thinking about it or want to learn more let us know here:
Broadband Technical Assistance Interest Form
NewForce
NewForce Cohort 10 Begins with New Data Analytics Curriculum
NewForce kicked off the new year with a new cohort of trainees and a new Data Analytics curriculum! Cohort 10, the first cohort with our new data analytics curriculum, started on January 6. Eighteen new trainees are well on their way to a new skill set and career as they work with industry tools such as Excel, SQL, Tableau, Power BI, and Python. Our simulated workplace classroom environment has trainees moving quickly and getting accustomed to what they will experience in the industry. If you’re interested in learning more or seeing NewForce in action, please reach out to NewForce Program Director, Casey Patterson at [email protected]!
Fellowship
Applications for the class of 2025 are open now until March 16!
The GWV Fellowship will kick off May 29–31st with an exciting orientation session in Morgantown. Fellows will stay at the Waterfront Hotel, spending Thursday evening getting to know one another and learning about the program. On Friday, they’ll dive into their first professional development training with WVU Purpose, focusing on understanding professional strengths. The agenda also includes a tour of WVU’s athletic facilities, a visit to Ascend’s coworking space, and more.
Reflecting on last year’s session, 2024 Fellow Kennedy Snider shared, “I thoroughly enjoyed the WVU Purpose Clifton Strengths presentation, as it provided valuable insights that resonated both personally and professionally. While hearing about others’ successes is inspiring, I find immense value in practical tools and techniques for personal growth.”
Applications for the 2025 GWV Fellowship are OPEN!
Are you ready to make an impact in West Virginia while advancing your career?
- Paid year-long professional opportunities
- Personalized mentorship & leadership development
- A community of changemakers in WV
Career Connector
Career Connector Enhances Recruitment Services with Workable
The Career Connector team is leveraging Workable to elevate our Generational Talent Search recruitment services. This powerful platform allows us to efficiently manage candidates through features like bulk email templates, a scheduling assistant, interactive evaluation stages, and more. These tools streamline our processes and help us deliver top-notch recruitment services.
One of the standout benefits of Workable is its ability to automatically post our job openings to over 15 different job boards. This helps us connect with even more West Virginians seeking new opportunities across the Mountain State.
Our Resume Bank is Now Powered by Workable!
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