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Jeffrey Inman
6 days ago3 min read
Greater Peoria: A Best Kept Secret as a Top Destination for Higher Education & Young Professionals
Greater Peoria may not have the population of Chicago or the national recognition of a college town like Champaign-Urbana, but what it...
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Jeffrey Inman
Jan 134 min read
Workforce Weekly | Jan. 13, 2025
Check out what the GPEDC Workforce team is up to this week.
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Jeffrey Inman
Jan 62 min read
Illinois Central College: A Gem in Greater Peoria
Learn about the Business Solutions ICC provides to help regional employers be successful and ensure growth.
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Jeffrey Inman
Nov 19, 20244 min read
Building Bridges to the Workforce: Why Employers Must Partner with High Schools
Employers should partner with high schools to attract new workers and build a bridge for future talent.
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Jeffrey Inman
Nov 12, 20243 min read
Expand Your Horizons: The Power of Networking Beyond Your Circle
Here's why -and how- you should broaden your networking horizons.
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Jeffrey Inman
Nov 5, 20244 min read
Attracting Robotics Talent to Opportunities in Manufacturing
Read this if you want to recruit top talent in robotics to your manufacturing facility.
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Jeffrey Inman
Oct 24, 20246 min read
Addressing the Child Care Crisis to Support Women's Economic Participation
This article discusses how the lack of affordable child care is a major factor in keeping women out of the workforce.
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Jeffrey Inman
Oct 22, 20244 min read
Key Staffing Strategies for Greater Peoria's Chemical Manufacturing Sector
The chemical sector in Greater Peoria is growing, and our workforce is ready to meet the needs of employers to continue that success.
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Jeffrey Inman
Oct 15, 20242 min read
Snapshot of Illinois' Manufacturing Trends
This is a snapshot of the trends in Illinois' manufacturers and workforce opportunities.
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Jeffrey Inman
Oct 10, 20243 min read
Getting Students Interested in High-Tech Manufacturing Careers
There is a growing shortage of talent in manufacturing - this guide will help with build awareness of rewarding careers for students.
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Jeffrey Inman
Oct 7, 20243 min read
Manufacturing Month is Here!
Manufacturing Month is here! Join us in looking at the future (and future challenges) facing manufacturers in Greater Peoria & Illinois.
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Jeffrey Inman
Oct 3, 20242 min read
You can Make It in Illinois
Learn about Illinois' push to attract more talent into great careers in manufacturing.
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Jeffrey Inman
Sep 26, 20243 min read
Highlights from Illinois Education and Career Success Network Quarterly Updates
Highlights from the Illinois Education and Career Success Network's Quarterly Newsletter.
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Jeffrey Inman
Sep 23, 20244 min read
Your Digital Footprint Matters: Why Students Should Be Mindful of Social Media Before Entering The Workforce
Learn why polishing your social media presence is as - if not more - important as polishing your resume in today's competitive market.
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Jeffrey Inman
Sep 17, 20244 min read
Agri-Food Industry Careers: Work that Makes A Difference
Explore how you can impact the world on a grand scale through a career in the Agri-Food industry.
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Jeffrey Inman
Sep 9, 20243 min read
Apprenticeships in Healthcare: Building a Skilled and Compassionate Workforce
The Healthcare Industry is facing ever-widening gaps in skilled talent. The solution could be an increase in apprenticeships.
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Jeffrey Inman
Sep 2, 20243 min read
How to ROCK The Behavioral Interview
Behavioral interview questions are a staple of modern job interviews.
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Jeffrey Inman
Aug 26, 20244 min read
Using Generative AI To Boost Your Job Search
Tips on using generative AI to help you tailor your resume and write cover letters to boost your job search.
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