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IDA Grant Report 3: Chandler Career Center FY2024-25 Q2 SUBMITTED TO: CHANDLER IDA BOARD RECIPIENT: CITY OF CHANDLER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Performance Measure Performance from 10/01/24 - 12/31/24 Running Total FY 2025 Goal Chandler Companies Utilizing Chandler Career Center 10 3D Barrier Bags AeroSpec Black Diamond Advanced Technology DCS Contracting EMD Electronics Penn Foster Group Rogers Corporation Tokyo Electron Ultra Clean Technology Vensure Employer Solutions 32 1. 3D Barrier Bags 2. AboutCare 3. AeroSpec 4. AZ Nutritional Supplements 5. Avnet 6. Axus Technology 7. AZ Liver Health 8. Bestway Corporation 9. Black Diamond Advanced Technology 10. Chandler-Gilbert Arc 11.DCS Consulting 12. Dignity Health East Valley Rehab Hospital 13. EMD Electronics 14. Gummi World 15. Intel 16. Intra Edge 17. It Takes a Village 18. JX Metals USA 19. Laser Components 20. Microchip 21. NewVivaMD 22. NXP Semiconductors 23. Oasis Behavioral Health Hospital 24. Penn Foster Group 25. Rogers Corporation 26. The SPEAK Center 27. Tokyo Electron 28. Ultra Clean Technology 29. Valleywise Community Health 30. VIAVI Solutions 31. Vensure Employer Solutions 32. Walgreens 45 Chandler Companies Job Postings on Chandler Career Center 131 317 200 Job Seekers Utilizing Chandler Career Center 189 574 200 Workforce Development Event Presentations/Partnered Trainings 2 Transferable Skills Workshop Series Lunch and Learn #3 10 Transferable Skills Workshop Series Lunch and Learn #3 Vensure Employer Solutions Job Fair Lunch and Learn #2 Northrup Grumman Hiring Event Downtown Library Job Center Lunch and Learn #1 Maricopa Community College Advanced Manufacturing Career Event City of Chandler Advanced Manufacturing Career Expo Chandler-Gilbert Community College Semiconductor Technician Bootcamp 6 Chandler Career Center As part of our ongoing commitment to enhancing Chandler's local economy through workforce development, this report provides an update on the Chandler Career Center initiatives and performance metrics for Q2 of FY 2024-25. The data below illustrates our performance in relation to our FY 2024-25 goals: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IDA GRANT REPORT 3| 2 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IDA GRANT REPORT 3 | 3 FY2024-25 Q2 Highlights During the second quarter of Fiscal Year 2024-25, the Chandler Career Center has continued to advance its mission to connect Chandler employers with local job seekers, cementing its role as a key component of Chandler’s workforce and economic development strategy. This period marked the successful onboarding of 10 new employers, increasing the total count to 32. Additionally, there was a significant rise in job seeker registrations, with the platform reaching a total of 574 registered job seekers by the end of FY24-25 Q2. Notable employer additions include EMD Electronics, Rogers Corporation, 3D Barrier Bags, DCS Contracting, and Vensure Employer Solutions. We also offered upskilling opportunities to Chandler job seekers through the Transferable Skills Workshop Series, a collaboration with Arizona State University. Building on this quarter's success, upcoming plans for Q3 include a strategic focus on enhancing internship opportunities within the Chandler community. This initiative will involve collaborating with local businesses and educational institutions to develop internship programs aimed at bridging the gap between academic learning and practical, workplace experience, thereby fostering a workforce ready to meet the dynamic demands of our growing economy. Transferable Skills Workshop Series: Cultural Proficiency in Professional Environments Lunch and Learn #3: Chandler Career Center