David Schools His Dreams
January 31, 2022
The pandemic has had far reaching effects and not just on employment. Education and training have had more than their share of new obstacles,...
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Steve’s Success
August 23, 2021
When Steven came to FSET in 2019, he had already overcome so many challenges. After achieving 5 years sobriety, he was ready to accomplish...
Charles’s Success
Education and Training, FoodShare Employment and Training Stories, Jobs, Success Stories, Wisconsin Works Stories
August 18, 2021
Like so many of our clients, Charles’ success story is one of tremendous courage as he sought real change in his life – for...
Amanda’s Success
Education and Training, FoodShare Employment and Training Stories, Jobs, Success Stories, Wisconsin Works Stories
August 11, 2021
Amanda seems shy when you first meet her. However, it doesn’t take long before you can see that she is a definite people person....
Renee’s Success
April 26, 2021
Congratulations, Renee! She’s recently secured a clerical position with the State of Michigan. 😊 Before we met her, Renee had been working as an administrative...
Shannon Switches Gears
January 11, 2021
This time last year, Shannon never would have expected to see herself enjoying a job in manufacturing. She’d always been in health care, so...
Alyssa’s Training Connection
May 6, 2019
As a waitress, Alyssa used to take odd shifts all the time. She needed to pay the bills, but as a mom, she also...
Pawahna’s Success
August 27, 2018
"Pawahna lights up the room with her enthusiasm," says Meghan, a counselor with the FSET program. Even though Pawahna has been a U.S. citizen...
Full-Time Family Man
April 16, 2018
After the ice and snow this weekend, you might wonder what would compel someone like Edison to leave tropical Puerto Rico for Wisconsin. He'd...
Certified Courageous
April 9, 2018
Building a strong family was all the motivation Amber needed to join Wisconsin Works. She never lets anything keep her down, even getting the...
Lifeline to Lasting Success
February 26, 2018
When complications left Gabrielle unable to work during pregnancy, Wisconsin Works became a lifeline of support. Gabrielle spent the next few years at home to...
From Compassion to Career
October 30, 2017
LaToya is a soft-spoken, caring mother who always puts her family first. When she enrolled in Wisconsin Works, she was just about ready to...
Patricia Rediscovers Her Path
September 25, 2017
Patricia joined Wisconsin Works and FSET hoping for a great job, but she was surprised to find it waiting in the industry she left...
Practice Brings New Opportunities
July 24, 2017
Coming to the U.S. from a Somalia engulfed in civil wars for decades, Said wanted to give his family the opportunity for a fresh start...
Juan’s Horizons
June 19, 2017
If you’ve been following FSC for a while, you might recognize Juan from a TrANS flagging class last year. Today, he’s got a full-time...
Active Mind, Great Career
May 22, 2017
“The WIOA program has helped me learn necessary skills for a job market that is in need of job seekers," says Matt. He joined...
Standing Tall
March 6, 2017
Only a few months ago, Anthony was just getting used to the idea of reconnecting with his children, after his release from prison. He...
Summer Explorer, Winter Success
January 30, 2017
Bessie was a month away from graduating. While the future looked bright, she couldn't help but have the all-important question: "what next?" That's when...
Happy Start to the Holidays
December 19, 2016
Cassandra is celebrating the holidays with a new full-time job after enrolling in Wisconsin Works! If you are looking for a career change, call 715-261-8700...
Opportunity to Shine
August 22, 2016
William always wanted to find a career where he could use his natural mechanical skills. He joined the WIOA Youth program to figure out...
Close the Skills Gap with TEMP
May 11, 2016
Forward Service Corporation is excited to announce the launch of a new program called TEMP, funded by the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families....