Jeannie Jumpstarts Her New Career

Jeannie Jumpstarts Her New Career

October 27, 2023

Jeannie worked in the financial tech industry for 20 years as a project manager. In 2022, she experienced job loss, wasn’t ready to retire yet and she…

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Leone’s journey to a new career

Leone’s journey to a new career

September 5, 2023

In 2007, Leone was referred to GESMN’s job placement program as well as our supported employment services to help Leone prepare for and maintain a new…

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Dagme Gets His Diploma

Dagme Gets His Diploma

August 18, 2023

Dagme joined GESMN's YouthBuild training program to pursue his diploma and attend college.

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Kathleen and Janet take on New Career Paths

Kathleen and Janet take on New Career Paths

July 24, 2023

When they came to Goodwill-Easter Seal Minnesota (GESMN), both Kathleen and Janet wanted to transform their careers. Janet was ready to move on after…

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Maritza’s builds a strong a future for her family

Maritza’s builds a strong a future for her family

July 17, 2023

Funding from retail stores as well as grants and donations from supporters helped Maritza experience the power of work through GESMN’s construction…

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Chris finds a Fresh Start to His Career

Chris finds a Fresh Start to His Career

June 26, 2023

GESMN’s ReEntry program offers free services including career navigation, financial literacy and computer skills, mentoring and more through 1-1 case…

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Victoria and Cristina Breaking Down Barriers

Victoria and Cristina Breaking Down Barriers

June 5, 2023

In 2023, Victoria and Cristina joined GESMN’s construction training program. They got hands-on industry training at GESMN’s 5,600 sq. ft. training…

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Deneal shares her ‘secret’ to success

Deneal shares her ‘secret’ to success

May 8, 2023

Deneal is a published playwright whose play, “Secrets” is a regional finalist in The Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival National…

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Lukas Finds His Voice

Lukas Finds His Voice

April 20, 2023

A senior in high school, Lukas wasn’t sure what the next steps in life should be after he graduated. He was referred to Goodwill-Easter Seals…

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Q&A with Workforce Development Manager Kyle Van Acker

Q&A with Workforce Development Manager Kyle Van Acker

February 28, 2023

Services & Programs Workforce Development Manager Kyle Van Acker talks to us about his role at GESMN and what he is seeing in our community.

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Brady Conquers Job Loss to Forge a New Career

Brady Conquers Job Loss to Forge a New Career

February 8, 2023

After two job losses, Brady faced a common problem: securing stable employment. Through the Connections program at Big Lake High School, Brady was…

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Keith’s journey from housing instability to hope

Keith’s journey from housing instability to hope

January 19, 2023

Keith is no stranger to overcoming barriers. He previously struggled with substance abuse, which led to housing instability. He spent three years…

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