Business Nominees Sought for Veteran Friendly Awards
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 27, 2021
Contact: Carrine Anaeto
Desk: 850-617-4554
The 5th Business Nominees Sought for Veteran Friendly Awards
CareerSource Capital Region Calls for Nominations to Salute Employers Who Hire Veterans in the Capital Area
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – CareerSource Capital Region is pleased to announce a call for nominations of businesses who are committed to putting heroes to work. Businesses may nominate others or self-nominate their own business to be recognized as a 2021 Veteran Friendly Employer in the capital area.
CareerSource Capital Region’s Veteran Friendly Employer Program is designed to recognize employers who are dedicated to providing quality employment opportunities for military veterans and their families.
Nominations are open through October 15, 2021.
Selected employers will be announced in November. In addition, Veteran Friendly Employers are presented with an insignia that is placed at their business location, as well as receive digital and traditional media publicity for their unwavering commitment to veterans.
“We are pleased to recognize local businesses such as our 2020 honorees FL Department of Highway Safety & Motor Vehicles and Sodexo who are dedicated to considering veterans for employment and promotional opportunities,” said CareerSource Capital Region Sr. Director, Trish Yahn. “Veterans bring a wealth of knowledge, skills and abilities to civilian workplaces, and we encourage local employers to self-nominate for this award.”
More information and a link to the nomination application can be found at: www.careersourcecapitalregion.com/employers/hire-veterans
Or, individuals and businesses may contact CareerSource Capital Region’s Business and Employer Solutions team at (850) 414-6085 or [email protected] for more information.
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About CareerSource Capital Region
CareerSource Capital Region connects employers with qualified, skilled talent and Floridians with employment and career development opportunities to achieve economic prosperity in Gadsden, Leon and Wakulla counties. Solutions for career seekers include one-on-one career advising, interviewing and resume-writing assistance, employment workshops, and labor market information. Solutions for employers include recruitment assistance, skills assessments for applicants, customized training, and information on tax incentives. Employers and career seekers are matched through the Employ Florida Marketplace system. Most solutions are provided at no cost. This initiative was supported by the U.S. Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Agriculture as part of awards totaling $7,383,321 with 0% financed from non-governmental sources. Programs funded through CareerSource Capital Region are equal opportunity programs with auxiliary aids and services available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Persons using TTY/TTD equipment use Florida Relay Service 711. A proud partner of the American Job Center network.