by workforceconnectionadmin | Jun 17, 2026 | News, Success Stories
Mallory shared “My experience with The Workforce Connection has been truly transformative. Their supportive team is always willing to lend a hand, and their genuine interest in my well-being and academic success is truly inspiring. I appreciate how they...
by workforceconnectionadmin | Mar 12, 2026 | News, Success Stories
The Workforce Connection, Goodwill Industries of Northern Illinois and Rockford University Partner to Strengthen the RegionA strong community starts with opportunity — and a powerful new internship partnership between The Workforce Connection, Goodwill Industries of...
by workforceconnectionadmin | Mar 12, 2026 | News, Success Stories
Noel is starting a 24 month contract as a traveling phlebotomist serving 13 counties. She is excited to start a new career at higher wages plus gas mileage to support her future and is very thankful for all the help from The Workforce Connection. Noel says, “I...
by workforceconnectionadmin | Jan 16, 2026 | Employer Success Stories, News, Success Stories
Style House Seven, a woman-owned salon in Rockford, is transforming how individuals begin their careers in cosmetology. Their apprenticeship program uses a structured, progressive wage model that allows apprentices to steadily increase their earnings as they develop...
by workforceconnectionadmin | Jan 16, 2026 | News, Success Stories
Hear from our partipant, Elaine, who achieved her nursing career goals with the help of The Workforce Connection’s program… “Having The Workforce Connection help me get through school has been one of my biggest blessings. What being a nurse means to...
by workforceconnectionadmin | Aug 8, 2025 | News, Success Stories
Kristopher's Success through the On-the-Job Training Program Kristopher (pictured above) was looking for a change of employment and Rite-Way Furniture was just the place to help him succeed! TWC assisted Kris with his training and gave him career guidance. Kris...
