Week of: April 1, 2019
OUR MISSION:
JARI is the collaborative force that enhances all aspects of our region to grow a diverse economy and build vibrant communities.
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Advanced Sales Training on How to Sell to Commercial Markets
SAP&DC

Join SAP&DC and John Moore, founder of Moore Power Sales, for an interactive workshop for companies and sales teams facing unique challenges when selling into large enterprises and commercial accounts. This workshop is vital for those who usually sell to government agencies, sub-primes, DoD, large corporations and more!

Competitively pursuing large complex accounts is the greatest challenge for selling teams who are used to the bidding process. To gain treasured commercial clients, you need a system to win business with profitable enterprise clients, serve them effectively and grow the relationships over time. In this full-day workshop, you will learn how to successfully do all three.

Wednesday, April 17, 2019
8am-4pm (Lunch provided)
Johnstown, PA

The training is being provided free of charge to defense contractors located in the Southern Alleghenies Region. This is a $600+ value. We can only accommodate 20 people free of charge so each company is limited to 2 people for a free registration.

The deadline to register is Monday, April 8th. Click here for more information.
Child Care Discussion Results
Debi Balog
Director, Workforce Development

JARI and The Learning Lamp hosted a round table discussion on the topic of child care and the impact on absenteeism and productivity. The session was held at Pennsylvania Highlands Community College’s Richland Campus on Tuesday, March 26, 2019. Thirty people attended, including employers, child care providers, social services agencies and workforce professionals. Also, remarks were provided by Ryan Riley, executive director for the Pennsylvania Early Learning Investment Commission. The event focused on addressing child care needs across the region for working parents who may be facing challenges.

Challenges identified at the session included convenience, transportation, cost, and availability. If you are interested in reviewing the summary of the discussion, click here . The Tribune Democrat’s article can be read here .

Next steps identified include raising awareness of the issue, hosting a round table to discuss the transportation issues and meeting with legislators and related agencies on the subject.  
2 More Days for the Early Bird Deadline!
Debi Balog
Director, Workforce Development

Time is running out to get your registration at the early bird rate for the 2019 Cambria County Job Fair. Register by this Friday, April 5th for the Early Bird discount of only $95! All registrations after April 5th will be $120.

The Cambria County Job Fair will be held on Tuesday, May 7th from 1 PM - 5 PM at the Frank J. Pasquerilla Conference Center in downtown Johnstown.

For exhibitor registration and sponsorship information click  here , visit our  website  or contact Debi Balog, director of workforce development, at (814) 262-8366 or via email at  dbalog@jari.com .
The Essentials of Special Needs Planning Seminar
Michele Clapper
VP, Economic Development

Do you or someone you know have a loved one with special needs? Have you ever thought about how to strategically plan financially, so that both yours and their lives are as comfortable as possible? Join Ethan Stewart CFP® of Centennial Financial Group LLC and Attorney Lauren Presser of The Ayres Law Firm for the presentation The Essentials of Special Needs Planning. The program will start at 6 pm on May 1st and will be held in the conference room at 814 Worx (647 Main St. Suite 110, Johnstown PA 15901).

This seminar will include financial planning strategies available to families with dependent loved ones who may be disabled or have special needs. The presenters will go into other funding besides social security, ABLE accounts; special needs trusts, and much more.

This is a free event but RSVP is required. Click here for more details and to register.
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