University of MaineMaine Career Connect Project Leader/Consultant
Dec. 2013 - Nov. 2018Bangor, Maine AreaMaine Career Connect is a collaborative business resource that uses a proactive and intentional approach to the success of local companies, educational institutions, and non-profit organizations in their recruiting and retaining highly educated, skilled and diverse talent. The fee-based services provide a unique hands-on approach to help transition and establish employees into Maine communities. Maine Career Connect services include: Pre Hire Consultations, Dual Career Support, Community Transition and Cultural Transition. As Project Leader I have secured participation from leadership across the state to support the development of the organization, developed programming to support newcomers transitioning to Maine and seeking employment, implemented Pilot Program internally at University of Maine, and successfully engaged local businesses for participation in welcoming newcomers to our region. In July 2015, Maine Career Connect will launch as a full service program to employers across the entire state of Maine.