Upskill Western Piedmont-Local Training Grants of up to $10,000 for Business Success
Upskill Western Piedmont, an initiative of the Western Piedmont Workforce Development Board (WPWDB), offers competitive training grants to businesses in addressing employees’ skill gaps, improving employee retention, helping stabilize the business, and increasing the competitiveness of the employee and business. Through this effort, businesses: Improve Productivity and Increase Competitiveness Retain Key Talent and Expertise Reduce […]
Unlocking Potential with the DoD SkillBridge Program & Recent Program Updates
Are you a company in the Catawba County area looking to tap into top-tier talent? Or perhaps you’re a transitioning military member seeking valuable civilian work experience? If so, the Department of Defense (DoD) SkillBridge Program is something you should know about! What is the SkillBridge Program? The DoD SkillBridge Program connects transitioning Service members […]
Welcome Adam Sides to the HKY4Vets team
We are delighted to welcome Adam Sides as a valuable addition to our HKY4Vets team, where he will contribute to our community, as our new Director of Operations. Sides joins us through the Department of Defense (DoD) SkillBridge program. Sides has over 24 years of experience in strategic operations and team building and brings a wealth of […]
Now Open: 2024 Catawba County Wages & Benefits Survey
The 2024 Catawba County Wages & Benefits Survey is now open. Access the survey now through Friday, May 24. This survey is your opportunity to gain insights into local, timely wage and benefits trends, crucial for attracting and retaining top talent. The survey is open to ALL businesses in Catawba County, regardless of business size […]
Xplore64 Launch-Explore the World of Future Career Opportunities in Catawba County
Our Unifour is full of curious career-seekers, but many prospective employees are unaware of the vast number of opportunities available to them in Catawba County. That’s why K-64 has been working with leaders in business, education, and government to create Xplore64, an online platform that enables Catawba employers to easily connect with local talent. Xplore64 […]
National Career & Technical Education Month-Discover the New Paxton-Patterson Labs at Arndt Middle School
The Career and Technical Education teachers and administration at Harry M. Arndt Middle School recently hosted The Chamber of Catawba County’s Leadership Catawba Cohort. The group of 36 toured Career and Technical Education’s new Paxton Patterson Labs and were able to see first hand how 7th and 8th graders are focusing on workforce connectivity in […]
HKY4Vets Roadmap for 2024-A Look at the Year Ahead
Looking back at our achievements, HKY4Vets recognizes the importance of the past as a guide for growth and improvement. We honor our history while actively forging a future where our initiatives continue to evolve. Our plan for the year ahead is robust and has our team excited for 2024! Below is a quick overview of […]
Welcome Niels Larsen to the HKY4Vets team
As Larsen retires from a distinguished 20 year career on active duty, he embarks on a new journey with our HKY4Vets team, bringing a wealth of experience and an unwavering dedication to the Hickory Metro region. His sense of duty, coupled with his leadership qualities and commitment to our values, will undoubtedly fuel the growth […]
Tapping into Talent Symposium Recap
Yesterday, we held our 2023 Tapping into Talent Symposium at Lenoir-Rhyne University, co-hosted by the Catawba County Economic Development Corporation. Over 125+ human resources professionals descended upon Belk Centrum to dive into topics surrounding the future of human resources and to learn about proven best practices, all while connecting with fellow professionals in our region. […]
Speaker Announcement for 2023 Tapping into Talent Symposium
The Chamber of Catawba County announces our Keynote Speakers, Ashley Brooks & Marisa Wheeling Ciesluk. Brooks serves as the Vice President of Workplace Strategies of HTI, a leading human resource consulting and recruiting firm. Brooks will open our Symposium with a Session on Workplace Culture & Employee Engagement. Ciesluk is the CEO + Founder of […]