Rick Girard and Working Wardrobes
Rick Girard: Partner, Friend, and Hiring Powerhouse Rick Girard has many titles. Start-up Builder, Hiring Geek, Author, Keynote Speaker, and CXO. Our favorites are "partner, friend, and avid supporter" of our work and mission. We're thrilled to announce that we have teamed up with Rick as a consultant to put his deep experience to work for our clients, and equally thrilled to share our latest podcast episode highlighting his interview with Jerri Rosen, Working Wardrobes founder and CEO. Rick is so very passionate about getting people back to work and
Inside Working Wardrobes May 2021
A Message from Jerri Rosen Founder and CEO, Working Wardrobes Welcome to this month's issue of Inside Working Wardrobes that we have dedicated to the very important topic of Human Resources. Recently, I sat down to interview Derek Benson, our very own Chief People Officer, to discuss his valuable role and his goals for the Working Wardrobes team and the future of our organization. Watch the Interview Rick Girard: Partner, Friend, and Hiring Powerhouse Rick Girard is known by many titles, but our favorites are "partner, friend,
Jerri Rosen, Inside Working Wardrobes May 2021
A Message from Jerri Rosen Founder and CEO of Working Wardrobes Hi, everyone, and welcome to this edition of Inside Working Wardrobes. I'm so excited about this month's issue because it explores the very important subject of Human Resources, which is near and dear to my heart. HR is such a vital component of any business and it's a vital component of our mission at Working Wardrobes. I firmly believe that when you put your people first, success follows in many ways, shapes, and forms!! This month, I had the privilege of
30 Strong! Thank you and Recap
30 Strong! Success Our first virtual fundraising event – 30 Strong! – was a success! This event helped renew team spirit, fight the pandemic blues, get people outdoors, and enabled us work together to help people in our community receive the Power of a Paycheck. In all, you helped us raise more than $76,000!! Many participated between March 19 and March 28, with the love and intent of raising money for Working Wardrobes’ Rebuilding Careers scholarship program over the 10-day period. It was one of our most successful peer-to-peer fundraisers
Working Wardrobes Earth Day 30% Off
Shop, Save, Help - And Get 30% Off! Did you know that more than 11 million tons of textiles end up in landfills? It's sad, but true. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, 5.8 percent of total Municipal Solid Waste and 8 percent of the world's greenhouse gas emissions are made up of textiles that have made their way to landfills. At Working Wardrobes' resale shops, The Hanger Boutiques and The Hanger Outlets, we work to protect the environment by reusing and recycling clothing. Because we have generous donors and
Are you out of work?
If you're unemployed or underemployed, we're here to support you. At Working Wardrobes, we know exactly how it feels to be out of work and out of hope. If you're unemployed or underemployed, please call (714) 210-2460. Our doors are open and we are ready to provide our career development resources in the wake of the pandemic. We provide hard and soft skills training, resume writing and interview skills, career workshops, one-on-one career consultations, individualized employment plans, and industry certifications to prepare you for your next job. Please
Women’s Unemployment and the Mental Health Fallout
The Mental Health Fallout of Women's Unemployment Earlier this year, we published an in-depth report about the staggering women's unemployment rates in Southern California. Today, we address the emotional and mental health issues females face after leaving the workforce to care for their children and families. This is unacceptable for our community, our country, and for all women who are going through these challenges. Read the full article here. We know you stand with us to help women get on their feet and back
Jerri Rosen, Inside Working Wardrobes April 2021
A Message from Jerri Rosen Founder and CEO of Working Wardrobes Hello, everyone, and welcome to this issue of Inside Working Wardrobes. Recently, I had the distinct honor of interviewing Marissa Lillard, Susan Elseman, and Amber Gusa. They are Women with Drive members, part of Cox Automotive - a rare group of females who work in the automotive industry. Not only are they a part of the car business, they're a dominating force! This interview was timely for many reasons. To start, these past 12 months have been particularly hard on women