The EmployME Job Fair held yesterday at the Bangor Civic Center was a great success.  Around 900 people came through the doors. They met with employers, had their resumes critiqued, filled out applications, and attended a seminar hosted by the heads of HR at Walmart, Hollywood Slots, Care and Comfort, and the University of Maine. 

I was fortunate to have the opportunity to talk to many of the job seekers; and their stories were inspirational. One such story came from a gentleman I met who drove up from southern NH to attend the fair.  He was dressed to succeed: in a suit with resumes in hand.  He had worked in the auto industry and was now looking for a new career. Check out his amazing story in today’s Bangor Daily.

To all those that made this fair a success: HR Managers, employers, the staff at the Career Center, the staff at the Bangor Daily News, Bangor Civic Center staff, Spectacular events catering, and most of all the job seekers, thank you for making it a beneficial time for all. Employers were hiring; and job seekers were there to learn, ask questions, and seek guidance in looking for a job in this tough economy.  It was truly a community effort; and I look forward to hearing about the hiring that takes place as a result of connections made at the fair!