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Spotlight on Success: Olivia Styons

April 28, 2023

Spotlight on Success: Olivia Styons TowneBank Over the last ten years, Olivia has experienced career growth from a Teller to Branch Operations Manager to Instructor. Her career path began right out of college. She is currently working in Learning and Development as a Training Coordinator where she enjoys the rewards of supporting employees in their education and growth. “TowneBank has been the best employer. I can’t imagine working anywhere else!” As a local employer, TowneBank continues to support Olivia in

Verbal Communications Comes To Guided Learning

April 26, 2023

The number one request is for CFTEA’s 3-credit Verbal Communication program to be available through Guided Learning. And now it is! Plus, you save up to $300 with the all-new material. Verbal communication skills are essential for success in any workplace. Whether you are a manager, part of the support staff, or a customer service representative, your ability to communicate effectively with others will have a major impact on your career. Why are verbal communication skills so important? First,

Looking to save organizational dollars and expand access to front-line employees in 2023?

April 24, 2023

Would your organization like to take advantage of available grant money? Exciting opportunities are available that may help boost your budget for frontline worker training and conferences. This post will be updated with additional opportunities as they become available. State of Maine – Maine Workforce Development Compact will cover 50% of the cost of training offered by CFTEA for front-line workers from 2023-2025. Find out more details and how you can benefit by visiting the State of Maine website: https://www.mccs.me.edu/workforce-training/maine-workforce-development-compact/

Welcome to New Council Member: Erica Antonucci (Union Bank)

April 21, 2023

Regional Community Advisory Council Spotlight: Erica Antonucci, Assistant Branch Administrator Union Bank A huge welcome to our newest council member, Erica! CFTEA Regional Advisory Council members provide key insights into the needs of the community and provide professional expertise with diverse perspectives. They are truly CFTEA champions! Council members are always invited as observers to board meetings and may advance to become board members. What does Erica believe about returning as a council member? “I have been a council member for

What About Educational Career Paths?

April 12, 2023

Educational career paths are a valuable tool for both employees and employers. They can help employees focus their learning on areas that are relevant to their current or desired position, and they can also help employers build retention and promote knowledgeable employees from within. Have you explored the dozens of career paths offered by CFTEA? For employees, educational career paths can provide a clear roadmap for their professional development. They can help employees identify the skills and knowledge they need

Welcome to New Council Member: Natalie Campbell (Camden National Bank)

April 7, 2023

Community Advisory Council Member: Natalie Campbell, VP, Sr. Learning and Development Specialist Camden National Bank A huge welcome to our newest council member, Natalie! CFTEA Regional Advisory Council members provide key insights into the needs of the community and provide professional expertise with diverse perspectives. They are truly CFTEA champions! Council members are always invited as observers to board meetings and may advance to become board members. What does Natalie believe about joining as a new council member? “I wanted to

Training Conference and Expo 2024 Date & Location

March 31, 2023

CFTEA is thrilled to have partnered with Training Magazine for the 2023 Training Conference and Expo in February at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort and Conference Center! Amazing technology, conversations, and insights for anyone tasked with adult learning. With 2,000 people in attendance, it was a must-attend event with some amazing keynote speakers! Missed out on it this year? The dates for 2024 have been released. February 26-28, 2024 for the same location! Hope to see you there! CFTEA Executive Director,

Welcome to New Council Member, Kayla Caikauskas!

March 24, 2023

Regional Advisory Council Spotlight: Kayla Caikauskas, Learning and Organizational Development Supervisor Northeast Credit Union A huge welcome to our newest council member, Kayla! CFTEA Regional Advisory Council members provide key insights into the needs of the community and provide professional expertise with diverse perspectives. They are truly CFTEA champions! Council members are always invited as observers to board meetings to gain key insights into board governance with the opportunity to become board members in the future. Why did Kayla want to

2023 Student Award Programs Are Back!

March 24, 2023

The pandemic changed a lot of things, including the history of getting together to recognize employees that achieved certificates, certifications, and diplomas over the academic year. While things continued virtually, it is a pleasure to announce that in-person recognition dinners will return in June 2023! A number of organizations enjoy having CFTEA mail awards and then provide internal recognition. Others like to showcase their employees and their hard work. It is always great to recognize the amazing support of career

Element of Well-Being: Career

March 22, 2023

Are you struggling, surviving, or thriving in your career? It is estimated that two-thirds of people are struggling or surviving in their careers. It is important to ask the question – do you like what you do every day? When we think of our health and wellness, our minds automatically go to eating right and exercising. Conventional worksite wellness programs follow this ideology by solely focusing on our physical health with gym reimbursement programs, fruit and vegetable challenges, or step-tracking