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Connecticut Department of Labor and Hartford Athletic Team up for Veterans and Diversity Hiring Expo

Published on August 26, 2021 under United Soccer League Championship (USL)
Hartford Athletic News Release


The Connecticut Department of Labor and Hartford Athletic jointly announced today that they will be hosting the first annual Veterans and Diversity Hiring Expo at Dillon Stadium in Hartford on September 7, 2021. The event is free to attend and participants are encouraged to register online at HartfordAthletic.com/Expo. The hiring expo seeks to support those who are underemployed, seeking new career opportunities, or most importantly, directly impacted in their careers by COVID-19. Each registrant will also receive a free ticket to the Hartford Athletic Veterans and Military Appreciation Night match vs. Louisville City FC following the Expo at 7pm.

"These types of creative partnerships are exactly what our State needs more of to continue to bounce back from the COVID-19 pandemic, and grow our economy far into the future," said Governor Ned Lamont. "Serving our veterans, diverse communities, and those who need us most is one of our most important jobs as a government, and as neighbors. I want to thank Hartford Athletic for stepping up to support this important effort, and our great team at the Department of Labor for their dedication to this mission, and public private partnerships that fuel our state."

"Connecticut has a job seeker's market-whether you are just starting out, looking to advance your career, or just searching for a good paycheck, there are plenty of opportunities in just about every field," said Connecticut Department of Labor Interim Commissioner Danté Bartolomeo. "Thanks to our Hartford Athletic partners and the other organizations supporting this event, CTDOL can bring our American Job Centers and CTHires resources directly to residents and help them find their best job."

"Hartford Athletic is thrilled to partner with the Connecticut Department of Labor on this very important initiative. As an organization, we are not only committed to providing a world-class soccer experience, but also to providing pathways for everyone in our community through our year-round community pillars of support," said Hartford Athletic CEO Jim Burda. "Case studies in other markets have shown this format to create over 260 new career paths, and we expect even more in this great, diverse city and state."

The Expo will host up to 40 organizations who support a diverse workforce providing opportunities for veterans, people of color, women, and those with disabilities. In conjunction with the event partners, registrants will also be provided with educational opportunities including résumé assistance, interview strategies, and dress for success advice. Supporting partners of the event include the US Army National Guard, Connecticut Department of Transportation and Stop & Shop.

For companies looking to table or sponsor the event please contact Eric Horn at ehorn@hartfordathletic.com. For job seekers looking to register please go to HartfordAthletic.com/Expo.

The Connecticut Department of Labor is the state's workforce agency. It provides worker training, employment and employer services, wage and workplace safety, and labor market information. Programs are supported by state and federal funding.

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