August is Black Business Month—a time to celebrate the contributions of Black-owned businesses across the country! There are more than 3 million Black-owned businesses in the US that employ 1.18 million people and generate more than $133 billion in annual revenue, making Black-owned Businesses a vital part of the economy in communities large and small. Supporting Black Owned Businesses is one of the best ways to celebrate this month. Click this link to find Black-Owned Businesses in your area: https://bit.ly/3X0OFCy #BlackBusinessMonth #SupportBlackBusinesses #Empowerment #Impact #SmallBusinesses #WorkforceDevelopment
Grant Associates
Staffing and Recruiting
New York, NY 6,411 followers
Grant Associates raises the economic security of the people, businesses and communities we serve.
About us
Grant Associates raises the economic security of the people, businesses and communities we serve through workforce development, business insight and bold ideas. We are a national, award-winning workforce development company. Since opening our doors in 1997, we have collaborated with government agencies to develop workforce programs and solutions that advance job seekers, businesses and local economies, all with exceptional results. At Grant Associates, we know every community’s workforce needs are unique. With proven models and in active partnership with government, Grant Associates’ mission is to tailor solutions that build workforce capacity, proving over the past two decades that our approach helps a community reach its potential. Working under contract with federal, state and local agencies, Grant Associates has served more than 50,000 companies and helped more than 1,250,000 people define realistic goals, further their education and training, find jobs and embark on new career paths.
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http://www.grantassociatesinc.com/
External link for Grant Associates
- Industry
- Staffing and Recruiting
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- New York, NY
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1997
- Specialties
- Employment, Staffing, Training, Education, and Business Services
Locations
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Primary
39 Broadway
31st Floor
New York, NY 10006, US
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810 Potomac Avenue SE, Lower Level
Washington, DC 20003, US
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801 Roeder Road, Suite 575
Silver Spring, Maryland 20910, US
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3355 W Alabama St
Suite 720
Houston, Texas 77098, US
Employees at Grant Associates
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Vinson Crawford
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Jane Grant, CPHR
Change Management and Organizational Development Practitioner
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Chandra Smith Thomas
Director, Industry Scholars Program @ Grant Associates Inc | Program Design, Project Management, Youth Development
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Michelle Hopkins, MBA
Lead Career Services Coordinator
Updates
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🚨Attention Washington DC jobseekers: we have an opportunity for you! We are seeking a motivated Program Director to lead our DC team. In this role you'll manage day-to-day operations, lead strategic initiatives, and foster a positive work environment. If you're a dynamic leader passionate about workforce development, we want you on our team! Role Highlights: ⭐Lead a diverse team and drive impactful programs. ⭐Oversee program implementation with a focus on measurable outcomes. ⭐Build relationships and promote workforce initiatives. ⭐Foster collaboration between among the team. ⭐Develop and implement strategic plans aligned with organizational goals. ⭐Allocate resources, manage budgets, and ensure smooth program execution. ⭐Communicate effectively with stakeholders. Want to learn more? For more information and to apply: https://bit.ly/46PywEm We can't wait to hear from you. 🙏 #Hiring #Job #CareerOpportunity #WorkforceDevelopment #Impact #Community #Innovation
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Brooklyn Job Corps Trade Showcase Recap 🚀 Brooklyn Job Corps recently hosted an engaging trade showcase, offering an opportunity for talented students to demonstrate their hard work, skills, and dedication to potential employers and community members. We’re so proud of these students as they take critical steps toward building successful careers. A big thank you to everyone who attended and supported our students on their journeys! ⭐ #BrooklynJobCorps #CareerDevelopment #Impact #NYCYouth #WorkforceDevelopment
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AI on the main stage! 💻Yesterday, Richard Acosta, our Senior Vice President of Innovation, led a workshop covering the latest AI tools and how they can revolutionize business engagement efforts at the National Association of Workforce Development Professionals (NAWDP) Business Services Academy 2024. Thanks to our friends at NAWDP for a great experience!💡 And if you're interested in learning more about AI tools for business engagement, leave a comment below, we're always happy to share best practices. #NAWDP #AI #Impact #WorkforceDevelopment #WorkDev
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60 Years of Job Corps! 🎉 Last week, the South Bronx Job Corps Academy held a celebration for Job Corps 60-year anniversary. Job corps is the largest and longest-running residential career training program in the United States. Since its beginning in 1964, it has transformed the lives of over two million young people by equipping them with the academic and vocational skills necessary for meaningful and lasting employment. This program offers career technical skills training in 7 high-growth industries at the South Bronx location, from healthcare to Information Technology, ensuring that young people are prepared to thrive in the nation's fastest-growing sectors. The program’s comprehensive support, including high school completion, career transition assistance, and even housing and healthcare, empowers students to achieve success. We are honored to be part of this incredible program. Here's to 60 years of making a difference and many more to come! 🚀 Special shoutout to the talented students who shared their photos from the event: Marcos Maldanado, Jibril Stanford, and Supreme King. #JobCorps60 #JobCorps #WorkforceDevelopment #EmpoweringYouth #NYCYouth #Impact #CareerTraining #Community
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We're proud to operate and support NEW YORK CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS incredible Industry Scholars Program! It is thanks to companies like UnitedHealthcare that the program is able to provide life-changing opportunities to #NYCYouth!
In our NYC office, we recently hosted four high school interns for the first time. Grant Associates' Industry Scholars Program provides 11th and 12th graders transformational career-connected learning opportunities with dedicated businesses all over the city in collaboration with the New York City Public Schools. These real-world work experiences help inform these students’ post-secondary and career aspirations, illuminating their pathways to success. I was proud to welcome Fatima Tanveer, Jing Zhou, Diana Nunez and Terrence Corley this summer to intern at UHC. Good luck in your future! It is bright!
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Is "AI" still a mystery to you? Tools like ChatGPT or Canva feel overwhelming?💻 If so, don't miss Grant's Senior Vice President of Innovation, Richard Acosta's workshop at the National Association of Workforce Development Professionals (NAWDP) Business Services Academy 2024 Conference! "Demystifying AI" will tackle the latest AI tools and show you how they can revolutionize business engagement. This session is perfect for anyone looking to boost their tech-savviness. There will be live demonstrations of practical AI applications. He will show how these tools can help you increase your market share and better connect with the businesses you serve. More conference info here: https://bit.ly/4fJjQuE #NAWDP2024 #WorkforceDevelopment #Impact #TechSavvy #AI
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The Coursera 2024 Global Skills Report highlights how quickly the future of work is evolving, with a strong emphasis on continuous learning and adaptability. Staying ahead of these trends can equip the workforce with the skills needed to thrive. Key trends highlighted in the report include the growing importance of leadership skills, particularly those centered on empathy and team management, which are crucial for navigating organizational change. The report also emphasizes the rising demand for AI-related skill and cybersecurity expertise, and a notable surge in the need for business skills such as digital marketing and data literacy. For more insights, check out the full report by Coursera here: https://bit.ly/4cbJiWA #Skills #Workforce #WorkforceDevelopment #Coursera #Improvment #Community #impact
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Today is International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples, a time to celebrate the rich cultures, traditions, and contributions of indigenous communities worldwide. This day is a reminder of the importance of preserving indigenous languages, protecting their rights, and recognizing their unique identities. Let's continue to foster understanding, respect, and inclusion for all indigenous communities. 🌍 Learn more here: https://bit.ly/2CKJjpV #Internationaldayofworldsindigenouspeoples #Community #Impact #Culturematters #WorkforceDevelopment
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Recently, the Bronx CareerAdvance team toured Bottomless Closet Bottomless Closet, one of our community partners in New York City. Bottomless Closet is an incredible resource empowering NYC women by providing clothing, shoes, personal hygiene supplies, and career coaching to those who could use a helping hand during their career search. This partnership is a valuable resource for our CareerAdvance Bronx, Manhattan, and Brooklyn programs. Thank you to all who made this visit possible! ⭐ #impact #Community #NYC #WorkforceDevelopment #
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