Regional hiring event Tuesday to connect job seekers with over 100 employers

An Elevate East Valley workforce hiring event is 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 29, at the Mesa Convention Center, 263 N. Center St.

The regional hiring event is a partnership with Maricopa County and the communities of Gilbert, Tempe, Chandler, Queen Creek and Apache Junction.

The regional hiring event will bring together over 100 employers with job seekers from across the East Valley, creating a valuable opportunity to connect with a diverse pool of skilled talent. There will be employers from a variety of industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, hospitality and tourism, information technology and local government, according to a release.

In addition to employers, job seekers will have access to community resources, including information on educational opportunities and social services. The event is free for both employers and attendees. Job seekers of all experience levels and backgrounds are encouraged to attend.

For information, visit https://www.mesaaz.gov/Workforce-Education-Development/ElevateMesa or email Catherine White at catherine.white@mesaaz.gov.

“Workforce development and education are key priorities for me and for Mesa,” Mesa Mayor Mark Freeman said in the release. “We want our residents to have access to good jobs and meaningful career opportunities, and we want our businesses to have the skilled workforce they need to succeed. Elevate East Valley is a great example of what we can accomplish when we work together as a region. I’m proud Mesa is bringing our East Valley partners, employers and job seekers together for this event.”