Success Stories through WIOA Training, and the Work Experience Program
offered by the Southeast Wisconsin Workforce Development Board.
Taylor Kinsey
Taylor’s career aspirations are to work in an IT Department.
Taylor completed his Work Experience and gained valuable skills as they related to his career goals.
Cole Mason
Congratulations to Cole on completing his MD HD Electrical Systems certificate!
Cole completed his Work Experience as a Diesel Mechanic and gained valuable skills as they related to his careerh goals.
De'Marius Bogguess
Congratulations to De'Marius!
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We celebrate De'Marius for successfully completing the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Training.
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De'Marius plans to pursue further education at Gateway Technical College with the goal of becoming a nurse.
Josiah Said
Josiah aspires to establish a career in the IT industry.
He has finished his work experience at the Racine Public Library as an IT Support Specialist, where he gained valuable skills that support his career objectives.
Tito Bumpus
WIOA’s Work Experience Program has given Tito the opportunity to step into his desired field of interest.
His ultimate goal is in to own his own business and through the Work Experience Program he is well on his way to fulfilling his career aspirations.
Arionna Bennett
Arionna attended orientation Promedica Hospice as part of her career pathway in the healthcare industry.
Arionna is part of Southeastern Wisconsin Workforce Development Board’s Work Experience Program, which places youth between the ages of 18-24 in work experiences related to their career aspirations.
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Malayjah Wade
Malayjah attended orientation Promedica Hospice as part of her career pathway in the healthcare industry.
Malayjah is part of Southeastern Wisconsin Workforce Development Board’s Work Experience Program, which places youth between the ages of 18-24 in work experiences related to their career aspirations.
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Dasani Grandberry
​Dasani was a Work Experience employee placed at Aurora Hospital as a Medical Administrator.
WIOA’s Work Experience Program has given Dasani the opportunity to step into her desired filed of interest.
Her ultimate goal is in the healthcare profession and she is well on her way to fulfilling her career aspirations.
Deziyah Carroll
Deziyah’s career aspirations are to work in the Medical Field.
Deziyah completed her Work Experience at Aurora Hospital- Racine and gained valuable skills as they related to her career goals and aspirations.
Aaron Hernandez
My success story begins in 2022 when I moved back to Wisconsin from California. Shortly after, I was hired by a logistics company to drive a non-CDL box truck with the promise of future CDL training and better pay. After a year of driving, I completed all the required company driving hours and was set to begin CDL training. I studied hard, passed all the necessary tests, and earned my CDL permit.
Unfortunately, midway through training, the company unexpectedly cut the program, leaving me stuck and unable to move forward. I was barely making enough to cover my bills and couldn’t aô€†¯ord to pay for CDL training on my own.
That’s when I heard about the WIOA Program from a friend. Within a couple of weeks, I got in touch with the program staff, who were extremely knowledgeable, professional, and supportive. They helped me through every step — from registration to approval for CDL training.
The WIOA Program was truly a life changer. After graduating from CDL training, they assisted me with updating my résumé and connecting me with local trucking companies that were hiring. Before long, I started receiving multiple job offers.
Today, I’m proud to say I’m working with a great company, earning a strong wage, and living comfortably — all thanks to the support and opportunities provided by the WIOA Program.
Angelina Gutierrez
When I found the WIOA program, I was presented with an opportunity that led me to discover my passion. I was placed in the Violent Crime Reduction department, and I quickly realized how much I cared about this work. I had the chance to work with wise and intelligent professionals who believed in me, which allowed me to develop new skills and gain experience in a field I never imagined I would love. As someone who has faced hardships in life, WIOA gave me hope. I hope my story inspires other young adults to take advantage of this incredible program and see just how much it can help them grow and succeed.
