Dr. Jackie Glenn

Calling Rhode Island businesses. The Rhode Island Governor's Workforce Board has an Incumbent Worker Training Grant that reimburses 50 to 100 percent of eligible training costs. Give them a follow, a hello, and verify your eligibility. Our clients used the grant last year and we're excited it's available again as they move to their next phase of upskilling. One option they're using it for is our University of Rhode Island - College of Business Workshop Series, with lessons that include: - Time Management - Servant Leadership - Emotional Intelligence - Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Effective Communication - Strategic Career Planning - Workplace Conflict Resolution - Adaptability and Collaboration - Critical and Analytical Thinking - A Growth Mindset: Keep Learning - Multigenerational Workplace Collaboration - Project Management for Non-Project Managers Start with one. Select and bundle a few. Or, treat your team to all 12. Book a short learning convo with me and we'll find the lessons that fit your team, and compare training calendars. Start your learning convo here: https://lnkd.in/ez3AQUip #GoRhody

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Thanks to Hartford Business Journal for highlighting how WestConn and other CT colleges are expanding certificate and credential programs to meet workforce needs: https://lnkd.in/g7Ce5VRr. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗸𝗲𝗲𝗽𝘀 𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗸𝗲𝗲𝗽𝘀 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴? The answer isn't just more graduates. It's pathways—flexible ones—for all kinds of learners. In Connecticut, we’re watching jobs shift, industries evolve, and communities weather new challenges every year. The old model of “one degree fits all” doesn’t cut it anymore. That’s why at Western Connecticut State University, we’re rethinking what access really means. Short-term credentials. Certificates. Stackable programs. Partnerships with local industry. We build options for people who need education that fits real life—not just the four-year plan. When a working parent earns a credential, or a first-generation student finds a new onramp to opportunity, that’s economic and community development in action. The real story isn’t about filling classrooms. It’s about fueling the region. Flexible pathways keep communities strong, adaptable, and ready for the future. We’re not just teaching students—we’re driving resilience, one innovative pathway at a time. Connecticut State Colleges & Universities

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🌟 Celebrating Workforce Development Month 🌟 Edison Job Corps Honors Workforce Heroes in New Jersey September is Workforce Development Month, a time to recognize the organizations and partners who open doors of opportunity, strengthen communities, and create career pathways for the next generation. Edison Job Corps is proud to highlight two outstanding New Jersey-based partners whose innovation, leadership, and commitment are shaping the future of work. ☀️ Solar Landscape – Leading the Way in Green Technology Based in New Jersey, Solar Landscape is a national leader in advancing green technology and creating pathways to sustainable careers. In partnership with Edison Job Corps, Solar Landscape has delivered hands-on solar training that equips students with the skills to thrive in one of the fastest-growing industries. Through their nonprofit arm, STEP UP Solar, they extend opportunities to underserved communities, broadening access to solar careers while strengthening local workforce pipelines. Most recently, Solar Landscape launched a Registered Apprenticeship Program in Electrical, expanding career opportunities for students seeking long-term advancement in clean energy. 🏗️ GAF Roofing Academy – Building Careers & Breaking Barriers Headquartered in Parsippany, NJ, GAF Roofing Academy has trained and inspired hundreds of Edison Job Corps students since 2018. As the nation’s largest roofing manufacturer, GAF has delivered more than 800 free trainings across New Jersey and nationwide, creating pathways into roofing careers and apprenticeships. In Summer 2023, GAF introduced a groundbreaking women-only roofing training, led by a female instructor. This innovative program—featured on Good Morning America—broke barriers in a traditionally male-dominated field and highlighted GAF’s commitment to diversity and inclusion in the skilled trades. 💡 Workforce Heroes, Lasting Impact Both Solar Landscape and GAF Roofing Academy embody the spirit of Workforce Development Month. By investing in apprenticeships, green technology, and inclusive training, they are not only transforming industries but also empowering Edison Job Corps students to reach their full potential. Edison Job Corps proudly celebrates these Workforce Heroes for their extraordinary contributions to education, innovation, and opportunity.

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My latest article, "4 Ways to Tackle the Workforce Crisis," is now featured in the recent NJBIZ 34th Annual Innovative State issue. With industries struggling to fill critical roles, it’s time to rethink how we approach training, education, and workforce development. This piece outlines practical steps to help close the skills gap and strengthen our talent pipeline. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eG8sDPZj #SkilledTrades #CareerTraining #FutureOfWork #LincolnTech #NJBusinessMagazine

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🎧 "Online is just... education now." That one line from Marc Austin stuck with me throughout this episode of #EduUnlocked. It was a pleasure speaking with Marc, Vice Provost and Managing Director Montclair State University, about how higher education is evolving—and fast. This episode is packed with insights on what the future holds for students, universities, and lifelong learning. 🔑 Key takeaways from the conversation: Why the term "online education" may soon be obsolete—it's just education. How learner-centric models and stackable credentials are reshaping degree pathways. Why traditional higher ed must move faster or risk being left behind. The power of partnerships between academia and industry to create job-aligned programs. Why Marc believes access, affordability, and outcomes should drive every university's mission. Marc’s clarity and conviction around what higher education should become is both refreshing and inspiring. Whether you're an educator, policymaker, edtech leader, or just curious about the next decade of learning, this is one you won’t want to miss. 🎙️ Full episode: Youtube: https://lnkd.in/g5_ZETeN Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gFZjXyvX #EduUnlocked #MarcAustin #AshishFernando #HigherEdLeadership #FutureOfEducation #StackableCredentials #OnlineLearning #EdTech #LifelongLearning #UniversityTransformation #StudentSuccess

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One day, one location, dozens of opportunities! If you've been scrolling LinkedIn and job boards and submitting applications into the void—why not try a different approach? On Saturday, March 28, some of the state's most respected employers, including General Dynamics Electric Boat, Bally's, Amica, Stop & Shop, Centreville Bank, and many more will be ready to meet YOU at the Rhode Island Corporate Career Fair. This is your chance to: ✨ Meet decision-makers face-to-face – Skip the online application black hole and have real conversations with hiring managers ✨ Explore companies you didn't know were hiring – From advanced manufacturing to healthcare, finance to hospitality, participating employers span every industry ✨ Discover unexpected opportunities – The role that changes your career trajectory might not be the one you came looking for ✨ Connect with support services – Skills for Rhode Island's Future, HealthSourceRI, and United Way of RI will be onsite to help you navigate your career journey Your next opportunity might be waiting just on the other side of a 15-minute conversation! Learn more and register below. 👇

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Psychological safety is essential for fostering trust, engagement, and productivity in the workplace. During the SHRM CT Inclusion Conference 2025, Jacquilyn Davis, CDP®, Director of Learning & Workforce Development for Mental Health Connecticut, shared strategies for creating environments where employees feel supported, valued, and empowered to contribute their best. Mental Health Connecticut offers customized workshops for corporations and nonprofits to strengthen workforce wellbeing, improve communication, and promote mental health awareness across teams. Learn more about bringing these workshops to your organization: https://lnkd.in/eq5rnSng #MentalHealthCT #PsychologicalSafety #WorkplaceWellbeing #SHRMCT #CorporateWellness #NonprofitLeadership #EmployeeEngagement #LeadershipDevelopment #OrganizationalHealth Jacquilyn Davis, CDP®

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Experienced executive leadership coach and psychotherapist Marilyn Rosa-Green, M.Ed., MSHR, LPC, NCC specializes in guiding leaders in the manufacturing industry. She highlights the importance of careful talent selection and creating a supportive environment to combat burnout among leaders. Marilyn identifies behavioral changes and emotional responses as key warning signs of burnout, emphasizing the need for proactive measures to address them. Resilience, according to Marilyn, is a combination of innate traits and learned behaviors, which can be cultivated through mindful leadership and stress management practices. She offers practical coping strategies, including mindfulness and avoiding perfectionism, and encourages taking small, manageable steps to enhance well-being and performance in high-pressure settings. Marilyn's expertise in leadership coaching and psychotherapy allows her to offer valuable insights and guidance to manufacturing industry leaders, helping them navigate challenges and cultivate resilience in their roles.  Link to watch/listen in the first comment below. #podcast #collab #collaboration #business #LeadAtTheTopOfYourGame #Leadership #manufacturing #wellbeing #mentalhealth

Inclusion isn’t just a “nice to have” — it’s a strategic growth lever. Organizations that embed inclusion into the fabric of their culture and leadership don’t just create better workplaces — they deliver measurably stronger business results. 📈 More innovation. 🤝 Stronger customer outcomes. 💰 Higher revenue and market performance. Why? Because inclusive organizations unlock the full potential of their people, harnessing diverse perspectives to solve complex problems, fuel resilience, and drive sustainable growth. I’m glad to see SHRM bringing this conversation to center stage at #SHRMBlueprint. Sessions like this move inclusion from theory to real business strategy — exactly where it belongs. 👏 #Inclusion #FutureOfWork #Leadership #BusinessStrategy #SHRM

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When young people engage in meaningful work, they gain the confidence, skills, and networks that last a lifetime. That’s why we’re partnering with four MassHire Workforce Boards to pilot a new strategy to expand youth employment across Massachusetts. 📰: https://lnkd.in/eKdmvKPw

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CMDI and Nassau BOCES are collaborating to present "Specially Designed Instruction: Putting the "Special" Back in Special Education." This engaging presentation explores what specially designed instruction is and teaches participants how to provide the unique types of instructional services needed by students with disabilities. Presenters will share effective strategies for implementing accommodations and altering, modifying, and/or adapting instructional methods materials, techniques, and learning environments for supporting students with diverse learning abilities and needs. WHEN: January 8th, 9 AM to 3 PM WHERE: One Merrick Avenue, Westbury, NY COST: $200 subscribers/ $240 non-subscribers

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