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Our Mission
JARI will be the
collaborative force that enhances all aspects of our region to grow a diverse economy and build vibrant communities.
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Learn About Apprenticeships
Debi Balog
Director, Workforce Development
If you are interested in establishing an apprenticeship program in your company, please join us for a "how to" information session on Wednesday, November 30. The session will be held from 9 AM to 11 AM at Pennsylvania Highlands Community College, Workforce Education Center located at 101 Community College Way, Richland Campus.
Stuart Bass, Executive Director and John Tkach, Director of Projects from Keystone Development Partnership will be presenting. The session is part of the second annual National Apprenticeship Week.
"The goal of the National Apprenticeship Week is to educate businesses and leaders about the importance of Apprenticeship programs and how they can improve productivity and profitability, standardize training, reduce turnover, receive tax credits and more. These programs can lead to great jobs that also help positively impact our economy," said Stuart Bass.
The session is open to all employers (large or small), at no cost. For more information, please click here. If you are interested in attending the session, please RSVP to Debi Balog, JARI Workforce Development Director at dbalog@jari.com or by calling 814-262-8366.
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Barry Surma gives information about the St. Francis SBDC and what they have to offer.
"Financing Your Business in 1, 2, 3" a Success!
Michele Clapper
VP, Economic Development
The Somerset County Commissioners and JARI hosted the Financing Your Business in 1, 2, 3 seminar on November 16, 2016 at the Somerset Country Club.
Attendees learned about the financial opportunities available from the SBA, St. Francis SBDC, SCEDC, Community Foundation for the Alleghenies, Keystone Innovation Zone (KIZ), SBA Microloan Program, JARI Growth Fund, the Progress Fund, Southern Alleghenies Loan Programs and SBA 504 Program.
Thank you to our event sponsors: Wessel & Company, Ameriserv, Somerset Trust, SCEDC and The Somerset County Chamber of Commerce.
For more information on the various financing options available, please contact Michele Clapper, VP of Economic Development at (814) 262-8368 or via e-mail at
mclapper@jari.com.
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Upcoming Events
November 22th
Safety Consortium
November 30th
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