Fortunate Future-Making Better Decisions Today, for More Options Tomorrow (March 20th, 2015)

Fortunate Futures- Making Better Decisions Today for More Options Tomorrow

2821 North 4^th Street, Suite #211 - Milwaukee Wisconsin 53204 (414) 939-5435 or (414) 659-6173

We will have orenitation on Mar h 20, 2015, @12:00 noon.


Sessions will be
Monday - Friday

                                                                      4pm-8pm

call with any questions

Customer Service Training Program

A thirteen-week hands on training program covering the following areas:

* Computer literacy/Office 2010 (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)

* Mavis Beacon Typing Tutorial

* Customer Service Skills Set - Internet and E-mail

* Word Processing, Business, Cover letter and Resume Writing

* Dress for Success Workshop

* Interview Techniques and Employer Expectations.

* Conflict resolution and trouble shooting/Job search

Graduation Certificate from the National Retail Federation and Ceremony

Information Technology

*Computer Service Technician Certification (CST)

*Network Computer Technician Certification (NCT)

*Network Systems Technician Certification (NST)

*Wireless Network Technician Certification (WNT)

Job training, counseling, placement & retention: Fortunate Futures has an enrollment capacity of twenty individuals per 13 week training session, and provides each person with a host dedicated supportive services needed to secure employment upon successful completion of the program. 

Fortunate Futures development team works to establish relationships with employers in the Metro- Milwaukee and surrounding tri-county area and match’s graduates based on their skills and abilities. Follow-up and job retention calls are made to employer and employee upon placement at 30, 60, and 90 day intervals.

Additional information

Fortunate Futures also conducts online testing services for Castle Worldwide Testing Solutions, Certiport, ETA International, and the National Retail Foundation.

*Certifications in customer Service are nationally accredited by the National Retail Foundation. Certification in information Technology are accredited both nationally and internationally by the International Certification Accreditation Council (ICAC)

Philosophy

 The philosophy of Fortunate Futures is that once individuals become financially stable through employment they can pursue other loftier aspriations, such as higher education. 

Approved Training Program                                                                                                                                          

Name: Customer Service                                                                                                          Program  ID: 686-001                                                                                                                        WDB (S): 002 : Milwaukee County

We also offer National Career Certificate preparation and testing

 It is against the law for this recipient of Federal financial assistance to discriminate on the following bases: Against any individual in the United States, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation or belief; and against any beneficiary of programs financially assisted under Title I of the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 (WIA), on the basis of the beneficiary’s citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or his or her participation in any WIA Title I financially assisted program or activity.

Community and Neighborhood General Session Monday, March 16th, 2015

Do you know someone taking medications? Smokes? Does Drugs? Drinks? Stop! Take some time to hear how these may interact and how they may affect your body or that of someone else.

Where: Grace Fellowship Church, 3879 N. Port Washington

When:  Monday, March 16, 2015 from 6:00-7:30pm

            1)Special Presentation featuring Jewell Carter of Urban Deversion, Community Engagement Specialist.

2)  Bring your neighborhood concerns to community organizers and come to speak with someone as well.

3)Disclaimer  *note this information does not substitute for any doctor visits and medical advice of your physician.  It serves to guide you in reading prescription handouts and asking questions.

Neighborhood Contact:  5pnamil@gmail.com

James Smith 414-419-6217 or Dr. Calhoun 414-265-5546

Tonight's special presentation on becoming a 4.0 student

Grace Fellowship Church of Milwaukee

Special presentation on this evening 5:30 pm with UWM students on "Guaranteed 4.000!!!" Come learn how to better prepare your child or even yourself to be successful in school.

5PNA Badge Discount Program

Thanks to all those businesses, entrepreneurs, service vendors, etc...who are participating in the 5pna discount program.  Those with a 5pna badge can get 2-10% off of purchases or services.   Depending upon supply and demand contractors may not always be able to provide discounts.

1. Port Super Market
2.  Vidal Gorton-Home Improvement
3.  Cliff Bent- CB contracting
4.  Clarence's Plumbing
5.  Elsie- avon
6.  Barbara- crocheted products
7.  Renaissance Event Venue
8.  Caruther's string instrument lessons (Bass, Cello, Violin, etc)
9.  DJ Jimbo-DJ services
10.  Big Man Clean Up Services
11.  JoJo's lawn service
12.  Derrick Davis-landscaping service
13.  Shadreana-painting services
14.  Eye Catchers-marketing services

If you have a badge inbox for more information. More businesses to come.

Today's Network Luncheon hosted by the Wisconsin Black Chamber of Commerce

Join the discussion tomorrow, March 7, 2015 @ noon as we premier dynamic women CEO's from Milwaukee who are involved Nation Building, view our upcoming TV commercial and discuss our media campaign, as well as how this challenge will change the State of Wisconsin when it comes to black owned business. Luncheon is $10 and we will be joined by many of the women business owners who will participate in supporting the challenge. We have been challenged to register 3,000 business per year for the next four years, and we have accepted the challenge. It starts with you! If you are already in business or plan to start a new business, log on the www.twbcc.com today and register your business. Have your fellow business associates do the same. Once you have registered we will follow up with you and work with you on the next steps. (Note: Registration for membership in the Wisconsin Black Chamber of Commerce, Inc. is free of charge.)  Lunch registration is $10.  Click here to visit our web site and register for the luncheon

LEAD 2CHANGE YISF RECRUITMENT

                                              LEAD 2 CHANGE


The Youth In Service Fund is one of our Philanthropy programs that provides up to $2,500 in mini-grants for the development and implementation of youth-led community service projects.

These grants ensure a wide range of opportunities for community service for youth up to age 18.
ARE YOU INTERESTED OR DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO IS DOING SERVICE?
Visit our website to receive an application and attend an upcoming information session!

Application Deadline: Monday, March 23, 2015 at 4PM

Upcoming Information Sessions: March 4, 2015, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
United Way of Greater Milwaukee 225 West Vine Street Milwaukee, WI 53212
March 10, 2015, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. United Community Center 1028 South 9th Street Milwaukee, WI 53204

March 12, 2015, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
United Way of Greater Milwaukee
225 West Vine Street Milwaukee, WI 53212

Lead2Change, Inc, 735 N. Water Street, Suite 727, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Phone: 414.226.2410 Email: info@lead2changeinc.org
Please forward this message to a friend!
Lead2Change, Inc., is a non-profit organization committed to authentically engaging young people in leadership opportunities, preparing them to be successful leaders in college, career and the community.
Through Philanthropy, Career Readiness and Neighborhood Engagement, young people are involved in meaningful activities that assist and enhance their leadership and employability skills.

Proud Choice gathering for youth at Owens Place

ARE YOU READY?

What do you know about
            SEX, the RISKS and CONSEQUENCES
of not being safe and not being ready


MAKING PROUD CHOICES

This 8 week program will help you be prepared to make more informed choices when it comes to sex. You will learn about STD’s, HIV and practice ways to say NO!
Thursday, March 12th through Thursday April 30th
5:30-6:30pm
Owen’s Place
4610 W Fond Du Lac Ave
Contact staff to register (**ages 15 through 24 years**)
(414) 977-4249

     OWENS PLACE

City of Milwaukee Career Fair

Thursday, March 12, 2015
10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
City Hall Rotunda
200 E Wells St, Milwaukee, WI
Ever considered a career in local government?
Come to the
City of Milwaukee Career Fair  to learn about current and future  City job opportunities!
See you there!

“What I do is worthwhile.”
“I learn so much every day!”
“I’m helping to build and improve my community.”
“I appreciate the opportunities to advance.”
“I value the good working conditions.”
“I value the City’s commitment to training and developing its employees.”
“I’m making a difference.”
“It’s meaningful work.”
“I find my work challenging, yet fulfilling.”
“City salaries and benefits are still a great value!”
“We like the team atmosphere!”
“I’m able to put my degree to work.”