New River/Mount Rogers Workforce Development Board

05/31/2026

The NR/MR Workforce Development Foundation is a partner in our work to serve individuals with barriers to employment and training. With your help they can grow their flexible funding that can make such a difference in for an individual.

What if the only thing standing between someone and a good job… was one barrier?

Access to training.
A car repair.
A certification fee.

That’s where the New River/Mount Rogers Workforce Development Foundation steps in.

During 2026 (noon June 24 to noon June 25), you can help remove those barriers and help someone go from unemployed to earning a paycheck.

Early giving begins June 1st!
https://www.givelocalnrv.org/organization/New-River-Mount-Rogers-Workforce-Development-Foundation

We’ve always believed in “teaching a person to fish.”
Now, we’re making sure they can actually get to the water.

💙 Give.
🔁 Share.
🤝 Be part of someone’s path to a better future.

05/06/2026

Manufacturers are facing increasing workforce challenges related to retention, attendance, safety, and supervisor response.

Join GENEDGE, New River Valley Community Services, and the New River/Mount Rogers Workforce Development Board for a practical Lunch & Learn focused on helping supervisors respond effectively to workplace concerns while maintaining safety, accountability, and productivity.

This session will include:
✔ Early warning signs and observable workplace behaviors
✔ Workplace Concerns & Supervisor Response
✔ Workforce retention and stability strategies
✔ Resources and alternatives that may help retain valued employees before problems escalate

📅 Thursday, May 21, 2026
🕛 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
📍 Pulaski Innovation Center – New River Room

Lunch will be provided.

Register through GENEDGE:
https://genedge.org/events-calendar/

04/21/2026

📅 Hiring events are coming up — are you ready?

We’re spotlighting several upcoming job fairs in our latest podcast episode, with details straight from the organizers themselves.

Don’t miss your chance to:
✔ Meet employers
✔ Explore opportunities
✔ Grow your network

🎧 Get all the details: https://vcwnewrivermtrogers.com/category/work-talk/

04/15/2026

📅 Hiring events are coming up........are you ready?

Check out the flyer for the information on the Crossroads Career Fair in Galax!

Don’t miss your chance to:
✔ Meet employers
✔ Explore opportunities
✔ Grow your network

04/09/2026

Great manufacturing operations start with great leadership.

Join us for “Leading for Operational Excellence” and learn how the way you lead impacts everything from individual performance to overall plant results.

We’ll explore how communication, coaching, and alignment can make a real difference on the floor.

Ready to lead with impact?
👉 Save your spot: https://genedge.org/events-calendar/

04/03/2026

📢 Calling All Employers!

Looking to grow your team? Join us at our upcoming Job Fair in Galax and connect with a wide range of talented job seekers, from entry-level candidates to experienced professionals across multiple industries.

🗓 Date: Thursday April 30, 2026
⏰ Time: 9am-2pm
📍 Location: Crossroads Institute, Galax, VA

Why participate?
✔️ Promote your open positions
✔️ Meet candidates face-to-face
✔️ Build your future talent pipeline
✔️ Increase your company’s local visibility

💼 Whether you're hiring now or planning ahead, this is a great opportunity to find your next great employee!

👉 Register today to reserve your spot: https://ow.ly/HlrU50YE3a4

Spots are limited, register now so you don’t miss out!

04/02/2026

📢 Calling All Employers!

Looking to grow your team? Join us at our upcoming Job Fair in Wytheville and connect with a wide range of talented job seekers, from entry-level candidates to experienced professionals across multiple industries.

🗓 Date: Tuesday April 28, 2026
⏰ Time: 9am-3pm
📍 Location: Wytheville Meeting Center, Wytheville, VA

Why participate?
✔️ Promote your open positions
✔️ Meet candidates face-to-face
✔️ Build your future talent pipeline
✔️ Increase your company’s local visibility

💼 Whether you're hiring now or planning ahead, this is a great opportunity to find your next great employee!

👉 Register today to reserve your spot: https://ow.ly/fsUE50YC4HL

Spots are limited, register now so you don’t miss out!

03/25/2026

We’re here at the NRV Job Fair Expo. It’s a great turn out and employers are here until 1pm. Come and see us!

03/10/2026

👔👗 Help Someone Dress for Their Next Opportunity!

The New River Valley Job Fair Expo is partnering with Foster’s Closet (PCCH) to provide a Job Fair Clothing Closet for job seekers in our community.

We are currently collecting donations of professional and business-casual clothing to help individuals feel confident and prepared as they meet with employers.

✔️ Men’s and women’s professional attire
✔️ Business casual clothing
✔️ Clean, gently used items in good condition

Donation Drop-Off Opportunities:

📍 March 11 | 1–3 p.m.
NRCC Christiansburg site (parking lot)

📍 March 17 | 1–3 p.m.
New River Community Action
206 3rd Ave, Radford

Community members will be able to “shop” the clothing closet before the NRV Job Fair Expo on March 25 at New River Community College.

Your donation could help someone walk into an interview feeling confident and prepared.

Thank you for supporting workforce opportunities in the New River Valley! ❤️

-Foundation

02/10/2026

Virginia Employers: Let’s Build the Future Together! #

Join the Employer Webinar Series, hosted by Works in collaboration with the Chamber of Commerce and the Economic Development Partnership.

This year-long series is designed to help employers strengthen workforce strategies, from building talent pipelines to retention solutions.
Session feature:
✔ Expert presentations from state and national thought leaders
✔ Peer networking
✔ Practical strategies and resources
✔ Downloadable tools and recorded sessions for registered participants

📅 First Webinar: Building Virginia’s Talent Ecosystem Together
Date: February 17, 2026 | Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EST

👉 Register now for one or all sessions: https://virginiaworks.gov/im-an-employer/plan/employer-webinar-series/

Let’s connect, learn, and create a stronger talent ecosystem for Virginia!
-MountRogersWDB