"It" Factor Job Club and Chesapeake Economic Development Partnership
Press Release: Good Morning America (GMA) ABC News'; Workplace Correspondent and best-selling author Tory Johnson is coming to Hampton Roads. September 3, 2009
Good Morning America (GMA) ABC News' Workplace Correspondent and best-selling author Tory Johnson is bringing one-
on-one career advice and proven tips to job seekers in Hampton Roads. Join Johnson at the signing of her new book, Fired to Hired: Bouncing Back from Job Loss to Get Work
Right Now, on Thursday, September 10, 2009 from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. at the Barnes and Noble Bookstore, 1212 Greenbrier Parkway, in Chesapeake. (more ...)
Press Release: Chesapeake Economic Development Partners with "It" Factor Job Club. Aug. 7, 2009
The City of Chesapeake, Economic Development Department, is excited to partner with the "It" Factor Job Club to advance a new, formalized workforce concept, 'gaining employment through service.' Launched in October 2008, the Club has achieved a 100% success rate and the 13 original job club members have all netted results by landing new jobs; starting entrepreneurial ventures and pursing advanced education. All activities originated in Chesapeake from concept implementation to weekly meetings with the first job club member obtaining employment with locally owned, Web Teks, Inc. (more ...)
Video News Clip
WVEC Channel 13 ABC Affiliate, Thursday, Aug. 6, 2009 at 5:30 p.m.
Good Morning America, Saturday, Aug. 8, 2009 @ 8:00 a.m. EST
2009 Chesapeake Business Directory and Resource Guide is published annually by the Chesapeake Economic Development Department and reflects the existing companies that choose to invest here. With the company�s permission, over 500 firms (not a comprehensive listing) are included and information can be found such as the business� name, address, geographic location within the City, parent company and foreign affiliation (if applicable), telephone and fax numbers, email and website addresses, principal contact, year in operation, and number of employees. The directory is a good resource to assist in your job search especially if you wish to remain in Chesapeake. http://chesva.com/pdfs/2009_Business_Directory_and_Resource_Guide.pdf
Annual Global Report highlights Chesapeake's business investment activity in 2008 representing more than $114 million in private investment and 608 new jobs. New company investment led the way with $71,570,350 million and 309 jobs. Existing company investment and job creation anchored the business community with $42,682,000 and 299 jobs. Check out pages 12 - 14 to see a detailed listing and target your job search with growing companies.
New and Expanding Employers in Chesapeake
- Canon ITS expands Technical Support Representative program
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- Electric Motor and Contracting Company Expands
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- Coast Guard Retail Exchange Locates in Former Circuit City of Chesapeake
(Facility will employ 50-70 workers; Grand Opening scheduled Oct. 30, 2009) (more...)
- U.S. Census Bureau Regional Office Locates in South Military Hwy Corridor
(Office will employ 20-25; Opening scheduled September 2009. (more...)
"It" Factor Job Fair at the Chesapeake Conference Center: Plans are underway to jointly host an "It" Factor Job Fair at the Chesapeake Conference Center this March 2010. Companies can be directly involved in retaining our skilled workers by participating in this job fair and hire talented professionals. http://www.chesapeakeconference.com/
Chesapeake Companies involved in the "It" Factor:
