CMJTS celebrates 40 years of workforce empowerment, community impact

MONTICELLO — Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services is celebrating its 40th anniversary, marking four decades of dedication to empowering jobseekers and strengthening the local community through innovative workforce development programs.

To commemorate this milestone, CMJTS is hosting an open house event at its Monticello CareerForce Location, inviting the general public, supporters and community partners to come together and celebrate.

CMJTS’s 40th anniversary open house will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 9 from 6 to 8 p.m. at 406 E. 7th St. The event will feature live music, light appetizers and beverages, raffles and a silent auction.

This anniversary party will highlight CMJTS’s commitment to providing high-quality services to businesses looking for workers and to jobseekers facing career changes, literacy, computer skills, work readiness, transportation and housing challenges.

For 40 years, CMJTS has worked tirelessly to help individuals overcome these barriers and achieve economic self-sufficiency, resulting in an improved quality of life for thousands of Minnesotans.

“We’re incredibly proud to celebrate 40 years of impact,” said CMJTS Executive Director Dina Wuornos. “This milestone represents decades of hard work, dedication, and a steadfast belief in the power of our employees, programs, and services to transform lives. As we look to the future, we are excited to continue creating opportunities for jobseekers and businesses across Central Minnesota.”

For more info, visit www.cmjts.org/event/growing-our-future-cmjts-celebrates-40-years/ or www.facebook.com/CMJTS.