Virginia Works 2000 will present “Pathways to Success”, a ½-hour
television program to acquaint high school and middle school students and their
parents with gateway career opportunities in central Virginia. It is scheduled
to air on local cable channels during Workforce Development Week 2000 (October
23rd-29th). Corporate executives from twelve area
companies will illustrate career opportunities for the 21st Century in
manufacturing, service, health care, IT, and the trades.

Capital One’s Chesterfield Operation, located in River’s Bend since 1998, will be doubling its current employment from 1,000 to 2,000 over the next two to three years. A 158,000 square foot building will be constructed in River’s Bend to accommodate the additional workforce. It is anticipated that the building will be completed mid-2001.

John Tyler Community College has opened a permanent Midlothian campus in Chesterfield County. Located at 601 Charter Colony Parkway, the 126-acre campus includes academic and administration buildings with classrooms, offices, lecture halls and laboratories. The official grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony was held on Founders Day, Oct. 3, 2000.

Joan Powers was named the Director of Workforce Development Services for the Virginia Community College System (VCCS), effective September 11, 2000. Ms. Powers will assist in the development and recommendation of policies and procedures regarding occupational-technical initiatives, Workforce Investment Act related issues, and the development of a Workforce Development Academy.

The Metro Richmond Employment Network is an alliance of workforce development professionals, which includes public and private organizations designed to enhance partnerships with the business community. The NETWORK provides easy, cost-effective access to a diverse applicant pool through a variety of incentives and resources. Best of all referrals are FREE and with NO OBLIGATION.