WNC Career Expo to be Held Wednesday, April 17 at WNC Ag Center


WNC Career Expo to be Held Wednesday, April 17 at WNC Ag Center

Asheville – WNC Career Expo to be Held on April 17

Opportunity for Career Seekers in Western North Carolina

The WNC Career Expo is set to take place on Wednesday, April 17 at the Western North Carolina Agricultural Center in Fletcher. Organized by the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce and the Mountain Area Workforce Development Board, this event aims to provide a platform for career seekers in Western North Carolina to connect with potential employers.

Dynamic Industries Seeking Talented Individuals

The expo will feature various employers from industries such as advanced manufacturing and health care. Job seekers will have the opportunity to engage with these companies, with several employers offering on-the-spot employment offers to qualified candidates.

Free Career Readiness Services for Job Seekers

In addition to connecting with potential employers, the WNC Career Expo will offer free services to job seekers in need of career readiness support. NCWorks Career Centers experts will be available on-site to provide interview preparation assistance and resume reviews at no cost.

Student Engagement and Exploration

The expo will also provide an opportunity for over 250 high school students from regional schools to explore different career paths and employment options. Students from schools in Asheville City, Buncombe County, Madison County, Henderson County, and Transylvania County will participate in the student portion of the event, sponsored by Pratt & Whitney and UNC Health Pardee.

Participating Employers

A diverse range of companies and organizations have registered to participate in the WNC Career Expo. Employers include AAA The Auto Club Group, Aflac of Western North Carolina, Biltmore Farms, LLC, NCWorks Asheville/Buncombe, and many more. A complete list of participating employers can be found on the event’s official website.

Event Details

The WNC Career Expo is open to all job seekers from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with no registration required. The event will be held at the Davis Event Center at the Western North Carolina Agricultural Center. Job seekers are encouraged to visit the official event website for more information and a list of participating employers.

Support and Sponsors

The WNC Career Expo is presented by the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce and the Mountain Area Workforce Development Board, with support from A-B Tech, Asheville Radio Group, and others.

For more information on this exciting event, visit www.ashevillechamber.org/expo.


Author: HERE Asheville

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