The Lehigh Valley is one of the top rated places to live because of the opportunities available, and in today's economic situation, so many people find themselves making a career change. From large corporations to new start-up businesses, the Lehigh Valley finds itself in a period of growth. Here are the Lehigh Valley's top 25 employers, as stated in the Morning Call, of which fifteen have shown positive growth from 2009 to 2o10. 1. Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network - Headquartered … [Read more...]
Keller Williams Realty Reaches New Heights
March 12, 2011 By Leave a Comment
It's a proud day for Keller Williams Realty, as it was just announced that they have become the second-largest Real Estate franchise in the United States! As a top producing agent for Keller Williams, I am extremely proud of the accomplishment and want to share the press release posted on businesswire.com. AUSTIN, Texas - Keller Williams® Realty Inc. announced today that it is now the second-largest real estate franchise in the United States based on the total number of sales professionals, … [Read more...]
Largest Influx of Jobs to Lehigh Valley Since Olympus
March 12, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The Lehigh Valley continues to show signs of economic recovery with the recent announcement of Avantor Performance Materials Inc. planning to move its corporate headquarters to Lehigh County. Avantor, an international chemical manufacturer that specializes in developing chemicals used in the laboratory, pharmaceutical, and microelectronics industries, plans to relocate 140 employees from the current Phillipsburg, NJ location, and boasts an ambitious plan to hire 60 additional employees over the … [Read more...]
10 Ways to be the Best Job Candidate
March 12, 2011 By Leave a Comment
If you are one of the people in the Lehigh Valley searching for job, whether its because you were laid off, downsized, or just making a career change, you need to be able to stay at the top of your game. Become a job candidate that exhibits confidence, ambition, and gets the job with these 10 tips from CareerBuilder.com. 1. Narrow your search Start by being honest with yourself and what is truly in your scope of a new career. Stop applying to jobs that you are not qualified for or don't … [Read more...]
Employment Opportunities In The Lehigh Valley
January 17, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The Lehigh Valley is experiencing growth in certain industries for the start of a new year. A common new year's resolution is to find a new job, or entirely change your career. If you are one of the many who have made it your goal of 2011 to live a better life by changing the career path you are on, the Lehigh Valley is a great place to start making that change. Whether you are interested in animals and the outdoors, manufacturing, the health industry, sports, or education, the Lehigh Valley … [Read more...]
Tips for Choosing Where to get an Advanced Degree in the Lehigh Valley
September 13, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Having an advanced degree can make a significant difference when searching for employment, and it can impact your life long earning potential. But going to college, even on-line, requires a significant investment in both time and money, so prospective students need to be aware of all of the options and questions to ask to ensure they are making an informed decision. The Morning Call offers tips to help working adults find the best value when choosing where to get an advanced degree. 1. Have … [Read more...]
Jump Start Your Career in Advanced Manufacturing in Lehigh Valley
August 16, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Lehigh Career & Technical Institute will hold an Advanced Manufacturing Information Session and Equipment Demonstration on Wednesday, August 18, 2010 at 6 pm to help students and job seekers jump start a career in Advanced Manufacturing. Come to the event to learn how you can earn college credits while training in Electromechanical/Mechatronics Technology and Precision Machine/CNC. Lehigh Career & Technical Institute has worked hard to earn a reputation as one of the finest secondary … [Read more...]
Keller Williams Realty Leads the Pack for 3 straight Years
August 2, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Buying a home is one of the biggest, exciting decisions you will make in your lifetime, whether it's your first home or your fifth. Choosing who will be your partner in helping you buy your home is just as important. Who should you partner with to make your dreams come true? How about a company who received the highest overall satisfaction ratings from home buyers for the 3rd year in a row! Keller Williams Realty, Inc., the third largest real estate company in the United States, was honored … [Read more...]
Lehigh Valley Health Network Reported as one of the Best Places to Work in 2010
July 8, 2010 By Leave a Comment
The Lehigh Valley Health Network was ranked number 36 out of 100 as one of the best places to work in the Information Technologies field in 2010 by ComputerWorld. Many statistics make up the collection of information to determine companies rankings, but what makes The Lehigh Valley Health Network stand out? Excerpts from ComputerWorld.com: The IT department at this health services group actually grew in size in the past 12 months, allowing the Allentown, Pa.-based company to pursue new and expanded … [Read more...]
Keller Williams Red Day 2010 a Huge Success in The Lehigh Valley
June 10, 2010 By 3 Comments
Keller Williams Real Estate hosted Red Day 2010 on May 13 and was a huge success! Red Day (Renew, Energize, and Donate) is a Keller Williams service initiative that was established to allow Keller Williams real estate agents to give back by improving their local communities. Activities include fixing up older homes, providing food for the homeless, or any other service related activity. Agents from the Keller Williams Allentown area devoted their time to painting the Salvation Army building … [Read more...]
