Vermont Labor Commissioner, Michael Harrington, has been elected to the National Association of State Workforce Agencies (NASWA) 2021-2022 Board of Directors Executive Committee and will serve as Secretary for Board.

“I am honored to be able to serve in such a role for an organization as respected as NASWA, and to also do so on behalf of all working Vermonters,” said Commissioner Harrington, “I look forward to advocating on behalf of our constituents, as well as supporting our partner states and territories across the country.”

Lamoille FiberNet Communications Union District is pleased to welcome Val Davis as their new executive director. “We feel very fortunate to have found Val, as we were looking for a unique mix of experience and expertise,” said Jane Campbell, chair of the Lamoille FiberNet governing board, “and Val has a background that is a great fit.”

King Street Center launches its Academic and Career Initiative this fall. Designed to foster early goal-setting and planning in students’ academic careers, King Street Center aims to be a launching pad for job shadowing, internships, academic support and post-secondary education preparation.

After a yearlong hiatus brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, the University of Vermont recently celebrated a superstar class of 13 staff members who received the 2021 President’s Our Common Ground Award.

Kevin O’Hara of Williston recently joined the American Heart Association as Youth Market Director for Vermont. In this role, he is responsible for recruitment and cultivation of school volunteers to participate in the Association’s lifesaving initiatives including the Kids Heart Challenge program.

“This program gives students the opportunity to meet kids with special hearts and to raise funds for the health of all hearts,” said O’Hara. “They can get moving with fun activities, learn about keeping their hearts and brains healthy, and feel great about helping others.”