2010 Career Fair connects working professionals to businesses

WHAT: It’s no secret that the U.S. economy is currently experiencing hard times. Residents are experiencing unemployment, financial hardship or are at-risk of losing their jobs. Thankfully, Central Piedmont Community College (CPCC)’s 2010 Career Fair is quickly approaching.

The annual event gives local working professionals the opportunity to connect with business leaders representing a variety of industries, including computers, engineering, healthcare and technical/trades. To date, more than 25 businesses have registered to participate in the event being sponsored by Convergys, UniFirst and Charlotte Job Finder. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet with representatives from such organizations as Marriott International, Carowinds, the American Red Cross, Verizon Wireless and more.

During last year’s event, more than 3,200 candidates – comprised of both Charlotte residents and CPCC students/graduates – met with potential employers, to discuss how their qualifications could move their company forward.

Mark your calendar today to discover your path to personal and professional success!

WHERE: Grady Cole Center, 310 N. Kings Dr., Charlotte, N.C.

WHEN: Thursday, March 4; 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

CONTACT: For more information, visit http://www.cpcc.edu/career/fair or call 704.330.6449.

Central Piedmont Community College is the largest community college in North Carolina, offering close to 300 degree and certification programs, customized corporate training, market-focused continuing education, and special interest classes. CPCC is academically, financially and geographically accessible to all citizens of Mecklenburg County. In 2002, the National Alliance of Business named CPCC the Community College of the Year for its response to the workforce and technology needs of local employers and job seekers through innovative educational and training strategies.

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This release prepared by Mallory Benz, 704.330.6613. An archive of CPCC news releases is at http://www.cpcc.edu/college-news.