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Zumwalt, Grigsby: Holistic approach needed to rebuild Oklahoma’s economy
Shelley Zumwalt
Jennifer Grigsby
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit Oklahoma in the spring of 2020, we couldn’t have known the toll it would take on Oklahomans, our economy and our local businesses. It was devastating to watch our neighbors shut down their storefronts and to see our friends and family members lose their jobs. Now, over a year since the pandemic began, how does our state continue to build and foster an even stronger economy?
Our state is leading the way with a multifaceted approach to recover and build our economy stronger than before – one that helps Oklahomans and businesses with short-term support, but also provides tools to succeed in the long term. The Oklahoma Employment Security Commission is playing a key role in this effort – placing additional emphasis on re-employment initiatives and programs. To assist Oklahomans who are looking for employment and businesses looking for employ
The in-person career fairs will be open to the public from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Veterans will have the opportunity to begin participating early at 8:30 a.m. at each in-person event.
People who claim unemployment benefits and need to fulfill a work search requirement can do so by visiting a fair.
“Providing Oklahomans with the resources they need to re-enter the workforce is a top priority for the state of Oklahoma and OESC,” said Shelley Zumwalt, Executive Director of the agency. “As the economy continues to improve, we believe that now is the right time to help employers connect with Oklahomans seeking to find employment opportunities.
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