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We take on the most difficult tasks to help the most under-served gain self-reliance, dignity, and hope in Minnesota. In 2014, we served more than 23,000 people and employed a staff of 800 in Minnesota and Wisconsin, in more than 110 locations. We coordinated the efforts of nearly 1,000 volunteers, who contributed over 64,000 hours of service. Volunteers of America – Minnesota and Wisconsin has nearly 120 years of experience in services for older adults; adults with special needs; children, youth and families; military and veterans; and those re-entering our communities after incarceration. We provide over $40 million in services to more than 23,000 people annually.
The Industry Training Authority (ITA) leads and coordinates British Columbia`s skilled trades system. ITA works with employers, employees, industry, labour, training providers and government to issue credentials, manage apprenticeships, set program standards and increase opportunities in the trades. ITA is also a key collaborator in the B.C.`s Skills for Jobs Blueprint, which sets out a plan for re-engineering our education and training system to support our growing and changing economy, and to help British Columbians take full advantage of the opportunities presented by these changes.
IPC is a global industry association based in Bannockburn, Ill., dedicated to the competitive excellence and financial success of its 3,400 member companies which represent all facets of the electronics industry, including design, printed board manufacturing, electronics assembly and test. As a member-driven organization and leading source for industry standards, training, market research and public policy advocacy, IPC supports programs to meet the needs of an estimated $2 trillion global electronics industry. IPC maintains additional offices in Taos, N.M.; Washington, D.C.; Stockholm, Sweden; Moscow, Russia; Bangalore, India; Bangkok, Thailand; and Shanghai, Shenzhen, Chengdu, Suzhou and Beijing, China.
About the March of Dimes: The March of Dimes is a national voluntary health agency whose mission to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality.
The Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry is the largest broad-based business advocacy association in Pennsylvania, serving businesses of all sizes and industry sectors throughout the Commonwealth. Our membership comprises nearly 50 percent of Pennsylvania`s private workforce. Headquartered in Harrisburg, the PA Chamber serves as the frontline advocate for business at the state Capitol by influencing the legislative, regulatory and judicial branches of state government. The PA Chamber is dedicated to helping its members understand and easily follow the complexities of state and federal workplace regulations. Services include conferences, money-saving programs, and publications on a wide variety of issues important to the business community. Our mission is to be the Statewide Voice of Business™, advocate for job creation and lead Pennsylvania to greater prosperity for its residents.