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Business solutions strategist Lynn Turner’s thoughts behind building strong organizational cores and mastering a productive and successful business At the center of Lynn Turner’s work is a simple idea: organizations don’t fall apart because of one missing skill or one bad decision. They weaken when the “core” of people, structure, and communication isn’t aligned. As a business solutions strategist at Core XP Business Solutions, Turner focuses on helping individuals and team

How workforce development specialist Amber Polisher shaped her journey through hands-on guidance, workforce programs, and real-world connections. Amber Polisher, workforce development specialist for Massachusetts AFL-CIO What does it really take to build a clear path from education to a stable career, and who is responsible for creating those opportunities? Behind the scenes, there are professionals working to connect people to jobs in ways most never see. Amber Polisher is

Last week, the Blackstone Valley Hub for Workforce Development (BV Hub) welcomed students and their supporters for the final session of our inaugural Executive Track Program entitled, "Reflect, Connect, and Celebrate." Led by BV Hub Executive Director, Ashley Bregman, this event was the culmination of our year-long program aimed to prepare students (grades 7-11) to be 'Executives of Tomorrow.' When the participants were asked to share something helpful they learned throughou

Yesterday morning, over 60 guests congregated at our Whitinsville-based facilities for a regional Connecting Activities Convening accompanied by a light breakfast sponsored by All One Credit Union. This event was hosted by the MassHire Central Region Workforce Board, Worcester Public Schools, and the Blackstone Valley Hub for Workforce Development as the regional annual convening for the Massachusetts Connecting Activities program (CA) supported by the Massachusetts Departmen

Everyone is buzzing at the Blackstone Valley Hub for Workforce Development (BV Hub) as we prepare our own Hebert Hall in Whitinsville to welcome over 70 guests, including educators, counselors, administrators, and workforce partners from across Massachusetts for a regional Connecting Activities Convening on Tuesday, June 9. This event is designed to to provide a space for connection, collaboration, and shared ideas focused on supporting career readiness and student success in

On Wednesday, May 13, the Blackstone Valley Hub for Workforce Development proudly hosted the 4th Annual Senior Scoop at Polar Park, bringing together more than 350 graduating seniors from 18 school districts across Central Massachusetts and beyond for a day focused on career exploration, workforce connections, and post-graduation opportunity. Designed specifically for high school seniors who may not yet have a defined post-secondary plan, Senior Scoop creates direct connectio

On Thursday, May 7th, Uxbridge High School hosted another successful Spring Internship Fair. Nearly 200 juniors and seniors displayed tables highlighting internship work and independent project-led work. Our BV Hub staff was honored to be invited to this event along with several notable industry guests such as ImBlaze, Big Picture Learning, and Massachusetts State Representative, Michael J. Soter. As always the "Spartans" spoke confidently and sounded eager to pursue next st