Entries by CareerEdge

CareerEdge Partners with Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation to Strengthen Local Workforce Development Initiative

September 5, 2023 in /by

CareerEdge Partners with Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation to Strengthen Local Workforce Development Initiative Sarasota-Bradenton, Florida (September 5, 2023) – CareerEdge, the workforce development initiative led by the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce, has been awarded a significant grant from Barancik Foundation. This grant will assist unemployed and underemployed individuals unable to adequately earn livable […]

Introducing a Breakthrough Opportunity: Free Construction and Electrical Fast Track Training Program

August 22, 2023 in /by

SARASOTA, FL (August 22, 2023) — The shortage of skilled workers in the construction and electrical sectors has created a pressing need for accessible training initiatives. In response to the growing demand for skilled professionals, CareerEdge Funders Collaborative, the workforce development program of The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce, is launching a basic construction and […]

CareerEdge Receives $125,000 Grant from Gulf Coast Community Foundation to Enhance Local Workforce Development Effort

July 13, 2023 in /by

CareerEdge Receives $125,000 Grant from Gulf Coast Community Foundation to Enhance Local Workforce Development Effort Sarasota-Bradenton, Florida (July 12, 2023) – CareerEdge, the workforce development initiative led by the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce, has been awarded a substantial $125,000 grant from Gulf Coast Community Foundation. This generous grant, supported by the esteemed A. Hamilton […]

CareerEdge and Local Auto Partners Unite for Tuition-Free Auto Lube Technician Training

April 14, 2023 in /by

CareerEdge and Local Auto Partners Unite for Tuition-Free Auto Lube Technician Training When: June 6 – August 30, 2023, Tuesday-Thursday 5:30 – 9:00 pm Where: Suncoast Technical College, 4748 S Beneva Rd, Sarasota, FL 34233 Apply today: https://careeredgefunders.org/bridges-to-careers/ (April 13, 2023) Sarasota, FL.: CareerEdge is partnering with Suncoast Technical College (STC), local automotive groups, and […]

CareerEdge’s Workforce Efforts Result in $4.6 million Economic Impact

April 5, 2023 in /by

CareerEdge’s Workforce Efforts Result in $4.6 million Economic Impact Sarasota-Bradenton, Florida (April 5, 2023) – CareerEdge Funders Collaborative, the workforce initiative of the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce, is proud to announce its efforts resulted in an economic impact of $4.6 million. Their funding opportunities, unique programs and strategic partnerships with employers, educators, government officials, […]

CareerEdge Establishes Tuition Free Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) FastTrack with Suncoast Technical College (STC) to Address Healthcare Industry Demand

April 5, 2023 in , /by

CareerEdge Establishes Tuition Free Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) FastTrack with Suncoast Technical College (STC) to Address Healthcare Industry Demand (March 27, 2023) – Sarasota, FL. CareerEdge is partnering up with Suncoast Technical College (STC) to offer a free Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) fast-track program which will launch in May. The workforce development initiative of the […]

CareerEdge Launching Two Tuition-Free FastTrack Trainings in March

January 30, 2023 in , /by

CareerEdge, the workforce development program of the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce, is now accepting applications for two upcoming Fast-Track Training programs – an automotive collision Tech program through Manatee Technical College, and a Marine Service program for high school seniors through Suncoast Technical College. Both programs are entirely tuition free, thanks to the generosity […]

Gulf Coast Community Foundation awards $125,000 to CareerEdge

August 8, 2022 in /by

Gulf Coast Community Foundation awards $125,000 to CareerEdge CareerEdge, the workforce development initiative of the Sarasota Chamber of Commerce, will continue its workforce efforts thanks to a $125,000 grant from Gulf Coast Community Foundation.  This grant award extends the 11-year-long partnership between CareerEdge and Gulf Coast. To read the full article, click here.

Gulf Coast Community Foundation Awards CareerEdge $125,000 to Train and Upskill Local Workforce

August 8, 2022 in /by

 Gulf Coast Community Foundation Awards CareerEdge $125,000 to Train and Upskill Local Workforce Sarasota, Fla. (August 1, 2022) CareerEdge, the workforce development initiative of the Sarasota Chamber of Commerce, will continue its workforce efforts thanks to a $125,000 grant from Gulf Coast Community Foundation.  This grant award extends the 11-year-long partnership between CareerEdge and Gulf […]

Bank of America awards CareerEdge $25,000 for Sarasota-Manatee workforce development

July 29, 2022 in /by

Bank of America awards CareerEdge $25,000 for Sarasota-Manatee workforce development CareerEdge, the Sarasota Chamber of Commerce workforce development program, has received a $25,000 grant from Bank of America to expand the organization’s Bridges to Careers training programs and on-the-job training. The bank has partnered with CareerEdge for 12 years to strengthen workforce opportunities. To read […]