This month, we look back on 2022 with pride and a renewed determination to continue our work on behalf of local residents, local businesses, and the local economy.

During 2022, SLO Partners upskilled and reskilled 102 local residents in seven industries: Modern Manufacturing, Cyber Security, Information Technology, Software Development, Digital Marketing, Early Education and Trades.

Participants who attended our intensive training bootcamps saw an average 34% increase in their yearly salary, which averaged an increase of $16,158. The total yearly economic impact of the combined salaries produced by SLO Partners upskilling efforts totaled $1,097,241.

Since 2017, SLO Partners has upskilled and reskilled 364 participants resulting in a $7,542,433 economic impact to SLO County.

Thank you to our bootcamp participants and the employers who turn to SLO Partners for career-ready candidates.

SLO Partners in the News:

Hiring in 2023: 3 Ways to Succeed

While the job market has experienced a cooling-off period since the onset of the Great Resignation last summer, a recent Bureau of Labor Statistics report says there are nearly twice as many job openings (10.1 million) as unemployed persons (5.9 million). Job seekers with the right skills still have the upper hand in this economy. With that, hiring managers must think outside the box.

Our senior director, Paula Mathias-Fryer, wrote an article for HR News Magazine outlining 3 outside-the-box tools hiring managers can use to secure talent in today’s competitive job market. These include:

Bootcamp Spotlight

Hands-On Modern Manfuacturing Bootcamp

6-Week Training Starts Februry 6, 2023

The 2023 Modern Manufacturing Bootcamp is our most hands-on, action-packed bootcamp ever. We've created an experience to teach you the skills for a great local career in manufacturing -- we'll even help you land a job after you graduate.

If you or someone you know could benefit from a new technology-oriented career with upward mobility, here on the Central Coast, check out the Modern Manufacturing Bootcamp.

Space is limited and only a handful of spots remain in our February session. Enroll now for just $149!

Bootcamp Spotlight

Earn-and-Learn Program for Aspiring Early Educators

Early Childhood Educators are urgently needed in San Luis Obispo County and surrounding areas. Answer the call to support your community and enter a rewarding career path. If you or someone you know is currently working or looking to start a career in the early care and education field, we are accepting applications now.

Graduate Spotlight

Elizabeth McClellan Talks About Her SLO Partners Experience

Elizabeth McClellan is a SLO County local with an interest in engineering. She found SLO Partners and the Modern Manufacturing Bootcamp and was able to kick-start a career for herself. Elizabeth recently sat down with us to talk about the impact SLO Partners had on her career.

Now employed at Rantec, Elizabeth credits the intensive training and career support she received for opening doors to new opportunities.

Up your career opportunities, right here on the Central Coast. Our intensive bootcamp programs teach in-demand skills to help you find a great career with a great local company.