Hiring with Purpose: Tap Into an Inclusive Workforce If your business wants to widen the talent funnel without lowering the bar, inclusive hiring is the move that protects your standards while expanding your options. The American Job Center makes that practical, not theoretical. We source and prep motivated candidates, coach them for success, and keep […]
Working With DCEO
The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is partnering with regional organizations and local leaders to provide valuable insight into the many ways Illinois supports business growth and expansion. This informational event is designed to help attendees better understand the programs, incentives, and resources available through DCEO, along with the advantages of doing […]
Workforce Development Board – Meeting Minutes – February 2026
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD OF ROCK ISLAND, HENRY AND MERCER COUNTIES, NOT-FOR-PROFIT CORPORATION Board Minutes 8:30 a. m. – 9:30 a. m., Wednesday, February 24, 2026 In-Person Present: Cory Bergfeld, Teresa Cherry, Christine Gosney, Lori Warren, Mark Evans, Christine Caves, Meg Pfoutz, Steve Walzer, Abbey Cox, Dr. Daniel Marvin, Jenny Miller, Russell Hensley, Kathy Marshall and […]
CAREER COMPASS – Leveling Up: Career Advancement Strategies
You may have a job that pays the bills, but still feel like something is missing. You go to work, you come home, and each week looks the same. You might think, “Is this it for me?” The truth is that many people start with “just a job,” then slowly build a real career path […]
WORKFORCE WIRE – Rebuild Stronger: Help for Businesses Affected by Layoffs
When a layoff hits, it feels like trying to steer during a tire blowout. You are balancing customers, cash flow, and a rattled team, while worrying about compliance and community impact. The good news is that you are not alone. Illinois has practical programs to stabilize operations, protect remaining jobs, and help you rebuild with […]
Your Quad Cities Workforce Office
Your Local Workforce Office Many business owners hear terms like “workforce development” and “American Job Center” and assume they are broad public programs that matter more to job seekers than to businesses. In reality, they matter a great deal to businesses. A local workforce office can be a practical partner for hiring, training, and workforce […]
Community Resources Fair Coming to Rock Island on May 12, 2026
Looking for local support, services, or new opportunities in the Quad Cities? The Community Resources Fair will bring together local organizations, agencies, and service providers for a free public event on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, from 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM at the YWCA, 513 17th Street, Rock Island, IL 61201. The event is open […]
CAREER COMPASS – From Job Offer To First Day
From Job Offer To First Day You did it. You got a job offer. For a moment you feel happy and proud. Then the questions start to rush in. Is the pay fair? What do these benefits really mean? What should you do on your first day so you do not feel lost? You are […]
Workforce Development Explained
Learn what workforce development is, why it matters to the economy.
WORKFORCE WIRE – Don’t Let Paperwork Stop You: AJC Simplifies the Process
Paperwork should not keep a good business from growing. If you have paused a hire, delayed training, or skipped a funding opportunity because the forms felt confusing, you are not alone. The American Job Center in Rock Island exists to take that weight off your plate so you can do what you do best, which […]