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![Man-Tra-Con opens two new offices serving Perry and Jefferson County residents.](https://mantracon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/MTC-Building-w-Sign-2-SML-600px.jpg)
Man-Tra-Con opens two new offices serving Perry and Jefferson County residents.
Both offices are equipped with computers utilizing Internet access to help job seekers find employment and/or additional training. A career specialist will also be available to provide “one-on-one” assistance to those who meet eligibility requirements.
![Save the Date! WORKFORCE SUMMIT — October 3, 2023 — at the Pavilion in Marion, Illinois](https://mantracon.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/SIWDB-Divi-Slider-Workforce-Summit.jpg)
Save the Date! WORKFORCE SUMMIT — October 3, 2023 — at the Pavilion in Marion, Illinois
The 2022 Workforce Summit in Mt. Vernon was a huge success, with many positive reviews from local employers and participants. Join us as we continue the conversation…
![Man-Tra-Con welcomes new career specialists — Teresa Odom and Blaine Shubert.](https://mantracon.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/MTC_Divi_Banner_Teresa-Odum-Blaine-Shubert.jpg)
Man-Tra-Con welcomes new career specialists — Teresa Odom and Blaine Shubert.
They will serve Adult, Dislocated Worker, and Youth customers who are enrolled in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funded programs.
![Man-Tra-Con Welcomes Employer Services Coordinator Abby Russell!](https://mantracon.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/MTC_Divi_Banner_Abby-Russell.jpg)
Man-Tra-Con Welcomes Employer Services Coordinator Abby Russell!
Abby will be reaching out to local companies and organizations to let them know about the many services offered at Man-Tra-Con for area businesses.
![WIOA training session held at Man-Tra-Con](https://mantracon.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/MTC_Divi_Banner_Jim-Potts-Training.jpg)
WIOA training session held at Man-Tra-Con
Jim Potts from the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) presented a Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) training session at the Man-Tra-Con office in Marion, Illinois.
![Save the Date! ROE 30 Career Fair, March 19th](https://mantracon.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/MTC_Divi_Banner_ROE-30-Career-Fair.jpg)
Save the Date! ROE 30 Career Fair, March 19th
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the SIU Student Center. Ten participating high schools will have an opportunity to connect with professionals, employers, and companies!
![Man-Tra-Con Welcomes New Career Specialists!](https://mantracon.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/MTC_Divi_Banner_Charley-Elizabeth-Madyson.jpg)
Man-Tra-Con Welcomes New Career Specialists!
Man-Tra-Con is proud to welcome three new employees to our organization — Charley Mercier, Elizabeth Ferguson, and Madyson Senior.
![Man-Tra-Con Corporation and the Southern Illinois Workforce Development Board Welcome Robyn Russell as Chief Executive Officer.](https://mantracon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/MTC_Divi_Banner_Robyn-Russell-3.jpg)
Man-Tra-Con Corporation and the Southern Illinois Workforce Development Board Welcome Robyn Russell as Chief Executive Officer.
A staff meeting held on Monday, November 6, 2023, at the Man-Tra-Con Corporation office in Marion, Illinois, officially welcomed Robyn Russell as Chief Executive Officer.
![Employers… Did you know? We offer Mass Layoff assistance!](https://mantracon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/MTC_Divi_Banner_Employer-Mass-Layoff.jpg)
Employers… Did you know? We offer Mass Layoff assistance!
In addition to recruitment and training services, Man-Tra-Con can help your company get through an upcoming layoff. We provide federally funded assistance that can help employees facing a layoff transition to new employment or get trained to work for an “in-demand” industry.
![Out of work, need a new start?](https://mantracon.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/MTC_Divi_Banner_DWG-Fist-Bump-Tattoo.jpg)
Out of work, need a new start?
Man-Tra-Con can help you find a job and start building a new life!