Taiti came to WorkSource Montgomery seeking guidance, training, and a pathway to meaningful employment. With support from the WSM team, she was able to enroll in a training program that prepared her for the next step in her career journey. While the process was not always easy, Taiti remained committed to her goals. Throughout her
When WorkSource Montgomery Programs staff visited Shepherd’s Table in Silver Spring in the summer of 2025, they saw firsthand how the Culinary Skills Training Program (CSTP) opened doors for community members interested in food service careers. That visit helped strengthen a growing partnership, and it also helped connect one of our clients, Tehya, with an opportunity
Giana came to WorkSource Montgomery with a clear vision: to advance her career in healthcare and ultimately become a Registered Nurse. What she needed was an opportunity to gain real clinical experience and the right credentials to take the next step in her education. Through her commitment, and the coordinated support of several WSM teams, Giana has now achieved
After dedicating 16 years to federal service, Azara T. found herself navigating an unexpected career transition when a federal agency shutdown and workforce reduction took effect on July 1, 2025. Most recently, Azara served as a Senior Program Manager (Program Analyst) with the American Schools and Hospitals Abroad (ASHA) program at the United States Agency
Lateshia F., a single mother of four, faced significant barriers to employment after becoming unemployed in March. With a criminal history and three years of probation behind her, finding stable work proved to be extremely challenging. Despite these obstacles, Lateshia remained determined to create stability and opportunity for her family. Through the Dual Track Re-entry
Rip Current Sports, LLC is a Maryland-based small business dedicated to improving water safety and swim education through innovation. Founded in 2020 by swim coach and entrepreneur Jose-Luis Gallagher, the company designs, manufactures, and sells Dual Boards — a patented swim training device proven to help individuals of all ages, abilities, and fear levels learn to swim
When Antony De Joya joined WorkSource Montgomery’s LYFE (Launch Your Future Employment) program this summer, he was curious about the world of IT—but unsure where to begin. With no previous hands-on experience and limited exposure to the industry, Antony took a leap by entering the WEx (Work Experience) program and interning with Montgomery College’s ignITe
Through the support of the WorkSource Montgomery CWN Grant, Catapult Academy delivered an immersive, in-person training experience focused on IT career exploration, professional upskilling, and career reskilling for 25 Montgomery County residents. Over multiple weekend cohorts, participants—our “Catapultiers”—not only built technical knowledge through the CompTIA Tech+ curriculum, but also developed the professional habits and mindset required to thrive
When VM Electric partnered with WorkSource Montgomery and MCPS via the Work-Based Learning Youth Apprenticeship Program to sponsor a youth apprentice, owner Leonardo Mendes saw it as an investment in the future of the skilled trades. “It’s getting harder to find good starting-level talent,” he shared — and this program offered the chance to nurture new electricians
After 13 years with a federal agency, Morgan Mitchell-Brintley was unexpectedly laid off earlier this year. As a single parent raising a 16-year-old, the uncertainty ahead felt overwhelming — but she refused to give up. Morgan connected with the Mobilize Montgomery Federal Workforce Career Center (FWCC), where she received resume guidance, interview preparation, and financial support. “The assistance
