Post by Illinois workNet

To get a closer look at #MetroEast economy, Deputy Directors of Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity spent 2-days touring St. Clair County and Madison County. Julio Rodriguez (Office of #Employment & Training) and Jonathan McGee (RED Team) toured Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, World Wide Technology, and America's Central Port to see how #partnerships in #workforcedevelopment and the economy make an impact throughout a region. Workforce Development is crucial keeping the economy afloat. Even during the pandemic, the region still has job opportunities. Job sectors that were hit hard are starting to ramp up. The local #ILworkNet Center, Madison County Employment and Training, helps job seekers and #laidoff workers reach their #education and employment goals. Read More on The Telegraph: http://ow.ly/Q4Yu50EmNNc