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CareerSource Central Florida and UCF Rosen College of Hospitality Management Unite to Shine a Light on the Diverse Career Paths in Hospitality & Tourism

March 11, 2024

ORLANDO, Fla. (March 11, 2024) – CareerSource Central Florida (CSCF), the region’s innovative workforce leader, unites with the University of Central Florida Rosen College of Hospitality Management, distinguished as the nation’s top college for hospitality research and education, to showcase the vast array of career opportunities in the hospitality and tourism industry. This partnership aims to change perceptions and spark conversations about the diverse and rewarding career paths available in a sector that employs nearly 40% of Central Florida’s workforce.

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Central Florida Wins Inaugural Nsf Regional Innovation Engines Award for up to $15M Over Two Years With Potential To Receive up to $160M Over 10 Years

January 29, 2024

Kissimmee, Fla., January 29, 2024 – The U.S. National Science Foundation today announced that Central Florida was selected as one of the 10 inaugural NSF Regional Innovation Engines (NSF Engines). NSF Engines: Central Florida Semiconductor Innovation Engine will initially receive up to $15 million for the next two years. NSF’s initial $150 million investment into these 10 regions is being matched nearly two to one by commitments from state and local governments, other federal agencies, philanthropy, and private industry. See a map of the inaugural NSF Engines.

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CareerSource Central Florida Announces Appointment of Tadar Muhammad as Chief Operating Officer

May 26, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla. (May 26, 2023) – CareerSource Central Florida (CSCF), Florida’s second largest regional workforce board, today announced Tadar Muhammad as Chief Operating Officer (COO). Tadar will put a focus on furthering the organization’s mission to develop local talent across the region’s high-demand industries for the economic prosperity of Central Florida businesses and residents alike.  

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Applications Now Open for 2023 Summer Youth Program Through CareerSource Central Florida

January 11, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla. (Jan. 11, 2023) – Today, CareerSource Central Florida (CSCF), Florida’s second largest regional workforce board, announced applications for its interactive and engaging Summer Youth Program are now open. The program allows high school students (ages 15-19) to explore career paths, obtain specialized career training, and gain work experience with local businesses right here in Central Florida.

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CareerSource Central Florida Announces the Appointment of Four New Board Members

August 30, 2022

Orlando, Fla. (August 30, 2022) – CareerSource Central (CSCF), Florida’s second largest regional workforce board, announced the appointment of four new members to serve on the board of directors. Appointees will serve a three-year term that will carry through June 30, 2025. These new members will bring unique skills and valuable perspectives to continue driving innovative workforce solutions to strengthen Central Florida’s talent and businesses. CareerSource Central Florida welcomes:

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CareerSource Central Florida Unites with Local Businesses Offering Workforce Solutions to Help Individuals During Opioid Recovery

August 8, 2022

ORLANDO, Fla. (August 8, 2022) – CareerSource Central Florida (CSCF), Florida’s second largest regional workforce board, announces it has teamed up with local businesses in the region to provide workforce solutions to HR professionals and employers to help support, and integrate into the local workforce, individuals recovering from opioid addiction.

The opioid epidemic has been fueled by COVID-19. According to some of the latest research by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 105,000 Americans died of an overdose in the 12 months ending in October 2021 – the highest number of overdose deaths ever recorded in 12 months.

 

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