Techapalooza
March 31, 2021
Join us for TECHAPALOOZA! We’ll have a panel discussion, Q&A, and an opportunity for job seekers to network with employers that are hiring!
Techapalooza!
February 10, 2021
Join us for the first fully virtual TECHAPALOOZA! We’ll have a panel discussion, Q&A, and an opportunity for job seekers to network with employers that are hiring! Employers currently registered to attend include: Wintrust Bank, Brooksource, Accenture, AmericanEagle.com and more!
Virtual Job Fair: CAVO Broadband Communications
February 4, 2021
Network and connect with Cavo Broadband Communications recruiters and managers that are looking to hire Cable Installation Technicians! Have your digital resume ready to go, and make sure to dress professionally. See you there!
Seventy-three and Thriving in Senior Services!
February 3, 2021
Margit Altstadt had been working in the department of health in Champaign, Illinois for several years until she was laid off at the age of 62. “It was hard to find a job at that age,” she said, but that…
Senior Gains New Skills for a New Career!
January 22, 2021
Steve Deon worked as a supervisor for two residential buildings in Minnesota, overseeing the maintenance and cleaning staff. He enjoyed his work, but when he was diagnosed with cancer, he moved to Illinois to be closer to family. “I had…
Finding a Dream Career During the COVID-19 Pandemic
December 29, 2020
When Keith Tody began looking for employment at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic he attended a fair at Truman College on Chicago’s north side. There, he met Elliott Esparza from National Able Network (Able), who told Keith about IT…
The Most EPIC Career Journey
December 21, 2020
Steven Scholtes had always dreamed of working in the information technology (IT) industry, but for years he worked in the retail and restaurant industries to get by. That didn’t last. “I had a job dishwashing and cooking in a restaurant,…
Mom Finds Career Passion in Medical Field
November 5, 2020
Masgelah Sullivan came to National Able Network seeking to positively change her employment situation. She had been pursuing her education with the goal of a stable career for many years, but something about this time, when she connected with National…
A Senior’s Career Journey
October 26, 2020
Liz Combs had always worked in factories. But when the economy crashed in the 2008 financial crisis she was forced to look elsewhere for employment. She bounced around a few jobs – working for Toyota and the 2010 census –…
New Career Pathway: An Executive’s Story
August 3, 2020
Trina Tyler worked as a Client Services Executive for nearly 25 years when she was laid off in 2017. “For the last three years it was going well, and suddenly they laid off executives. That was very hard,” she said….
From Healthcare to IT, This Older Worker Has Found Success
July 27, 2020
Julie Parker was in a difficult position in September 2019. She was just laid off from her job in Omaha’s healthcare industry and her confidence was at an all-time low. She felt discouraged about her job search because she is…
A New Career Starts with Drive & Determination!
July 22, 2020
Lynette Sapp was struggling. She had overcome substance abuse and personal issues for over 23 years and she wanted more out of life. Her drive started with the pursuit of her education and a brand-new career. Although Lynette was enrolled…
