Labor Market Report Examines Supposed Worker Shortage
We will be publishing labor market industry (LMI) data and important trends to consider in the development of an equitable economic recovery from the COVID-19 crisis. We are always looking for opportunities to learn, grow, and collaborate. Email wpsi@universitycity.org to learn more. It seems like everywhere you turn someone is talking about a shortage […]
West Philly Skills Initiative launches “WPSI Scholars” program to support its alumni
West Philly Local The West Philadelphia Skills Initiative, the University City District’s program that provides job training opportunities to unemployed Philadelphians and connects them with potential employers, now also supports its alumni who want to continue their professional education. The inaugural group of “WPSI Scholars” was announced yesterday. Each of the 16 scholars received […]
The Skills Initiative Names First Round of “WPSI Scholars” in Partnership with Graduate! Philadelphia
Our West Philadelphia Skills Initiative (WPSI) is pleased to name the inaugural group of “WPSI Scholars,” Skills Initiative alumni who will each receive financial assistance to help with continuing their professional education through a partnership with Graduate! Philadelphia. The Scholars each received $1,000 scholarships toward tuition to cover degree, certification, or credentialing programs. WPSI […]
Labor Market Report for June 2nd, 2021
We will be publishing labor market industry (LMI) data and important trends to consider in the development of an equitable economic recovery from the COVID-19 crisis. We are always looking for opportunities to learn, grow, and collaborate. Email wpsi@universitycity.org to learn more. Throughout the last year, there has been much discussion about office professionals, now free […]
Caitlin Garozzo Named Managing Director of the West Philadelphia Skills Initiative
We’re pleased to announce that Caitlin Garozzo has been promoted to Managing Director of the West Philadelphia Skills Initiative. Cait is a proven leader who brings a deep commitment to identifying and creating opportunities that promote equity, support growth, and provide meaningful solutions for employers and WPSI participants. She began her workforce career as a […]
Labor Market Report for May 3rd, 2021
Every other week, we will be publishing labor market industry (LMI) data and important trends to consider in the development of an equitable economic recovery from the COVID-19 crisis. We are always looking for opportunities to learn, grow, and collaborate. Email wpsi@universitycity.org to learn more. The labor market in Philadelphia has continued to show promise over […]
Pioneering West Philadelphia Skills Initiative on track for unprecedented year
Philadelphia Business Journal by Natalie Kostelni In the earliest days of the West Philadelphia Skills Initiative, University City District, which created the program, thought it would start out helping youth and young adults find jobs. “That was the low-hanging fruit,” said Matt Bergheiser, executive director of University City District. The pioneering and successful […]
Burned out by the hospitality industry, he got a job at Four Seasons Total Landscaping (‘Yes, that one’)
The Philadelphia Inquirer by Stephanie Farr Meet Cameron Corbett, a hospitality-industry veteran who was recently hired by Four Seasons Total Landscaping through a new professional development program. • Always outgoing: “As a kid I was like I am now, pretty outspoken. I was on Kids Say the Darndest Things with Art Linkletter when I was […]
05/18 • Entrepreneurship Starter Kit Workshop
When: Tuesday, May 18th, 7-8:30pm How to attend: https://zoom.us/j/97592623790 Description: In this workshop, you will work with coach Khalia Deborah to walk through the process of determining if your idea is a good idea or needs some fine tuning before launching. You will also walk through the 7 essentials to building a successful business […]
Labor Market Report for April 16th, 2021
Every other week, we will be publishing labor market industry (LMI) data and important trends to consider in the development of an equitable economic recovery from the COVID-19 crisis. We are always looking for opportunities to learn, grow, and collaborate. Email wpsi@universitycity.org to learn more. Over the past several months, the number of new weekly job […]
04/28 • Different Career Paths in Real Estate
When: Wednesday, April 28th, 12-1:30pm How to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/146626777639 Description: Lorenzo and Anthony will cover the following career paths and steps needed to enter the following occupations: Real Estate Agent Wholesaler Property Manager Leasing Agent Electrician Plumber HVAC Specialist Appraiser Mortgage Broker Inspector Tile Agent Lorenzo Jackson: Instagram • Website Anthony Lee: Instagram • Website
04/15 • How to Obtain Business Credit with Lorenzo Jackson and Anthony Lee
When: Thursday, April 15th, 12-1:30pm How to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/146622532943 Description: Philly Real Estate moguls Lorenzo Jackson and Anthony Lee are partnering with WPSI to provide a series of virtual seminars for our alumni! In addition to fixing your personal credit, we will be learning how to build and manage credit for any of our start-ups and ventures […]