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Empower Your Future

Connecting Abilities, Building Careers

The Community at Work Job Fair is a transformative event designed to support job seekers from all backgrounds, including individuals with diverse abilities and those who may benefit from an accessible and inclusive hiring event. The job fair aims to connect individuals with inclusive employers for long-term career success.

 

This event provides a platform for job seekers to explore various industries and connect with companies committed to building diverse and inclusive teams.

 

For employers, it's a unique opportunity to access a motivated talent pool and demonstrate a genuine commitment to diversity.

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This event is open to all community members, including those with diverse abilities, lived experiences, and access needs.

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The Community at Work Job Fair is presented by CareerBridge IT Solutions in partnership with syracuse.com | The Post-Standard and CNY Works.​

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Event Schedule

Doors Open

Welcome + Panel: Real Life Tips for Getting Hired (from those hiring!) hosted by Enable: The Disability Podcast

Job Fair

10 a.m.

10-10:45 a.m.

 

​11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Meet The Panelists

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Matthew DePrimo

Owner and CEO, CareerBridge IT Solutions LLC

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PANELIST

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David Devendorf

Director of Employment, AccessCNY

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PANELIST

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Chelsea Vitale

Disability Resource Coordinator,
CNY Works, Inc.

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PANELIST

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Kelly Burkett

Local Workforce Development and Business Relations Representative, ACCES-VR

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PANELIST

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Geoff "DeafGeoff" Herbert

SEO Lead and Content Supervisor, syracuse.com | The Post-Standard

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Co-host, Enable: The Disability Podcast

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MODERATOR

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Kurt Hower

Director, Circulation, Advance Local

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Co-host, Enable: The Disability Podcast

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MODERATOR

Resources & Partners

Check out some state and local resources available to you.

Click on the logos for more details.

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