Holiday Job Fair Scheduled Dec. 29 in Roanoke

This job fair held in March drew a full house.^

The jobless rate in the region has settled in at a high rate and, as a result, the City of Roanoke has scheduled yet another job fair. This one is Tuesday, Dec. 29 at the Roanoke Civic Center Exhibit Hall and is called the Holiday Career and Lifestyle Fair. It runs from 9 a.m. to noon.

Sponsors include The Renick Group, Express Employment Professionals, National College, WDBJ7 and The City of Roanoke Department of Economic Development.

Exhibitors include companies offering jobs, entrepreneurial organizations showcasing resources to assist with business startups, and lifestyle organizations offering a diverse mix of social and cultural amenities. Among the exhibitors will be Valley Business FRONT.

“Our recent job fairs have been successful and we continue our responsibility to provide opportunities for job seekers to interact with employers,” says Roanoke Economic Development Specialist Lisa Soltis. “We hope to reach those living in the region, as well as individuals returning home for the holidays considering a move back to Roanoke, and December graduates entering the job market.

"The Holiday Career & Lifestyle Fair offers the opportunity for job seekers to meet face-to-face with employers to learn what opportunities are available for them and the best way to proceed with the application process.”

More than 40 organizations will be represented at the event. Admission to the fair for attendees and exhibitors is free. For more information on being an exhibitor, call Lisa Soltis at 540-853-1694.