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Richard Benderson Of North Port St Joe Community Development Corporation: 5 Things You Need To Create A Successful & Effective Nonprofit That Leaves A Lasting Legacy
Throughout his career Mr. Benderson has driven civic efforts at the federal, state, and local level focusing on community development.
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Green Job Training on the Gulf Coast
Green jobs are booming in the U.S., and in North Port St. Joe, leaders are leveraging workforce training in green jobs to revitalize.
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Pioneer Bay CDC begins new chapter
J. Richard Benderson, the new fulltime chief executive officer of the North Port St. Joe Community Development Corporation, grew up.
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Job Transitions & New CEOs
J. Richard Benderson, an outreach specialist and cooperative development representative, is now the first full-time CEO of NPSJ CDC.
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Pioneer Bay CDC Renamed to North Port St. Joe CDC; Hires New CEO
The non-profit's rebranding and leadership change marks a significant step forward in the organization's commitment to community impact.
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Pioneer Bay Community Development Corporation Changes Name to North Port St. Joe Community Development Corporation; Hires New CEO
The non-profit's rebranding and leadership change marks a significant step forward in the organization's commitment to community impact.
Read ArticleAddressing the Environmental Industry Skills Gap: A Case Study in Green Job Training
As climate change continues to raise global temperatures, reduce biodiversity and increase extreme weather patterns, communities worldwide need environmental skills.
Read ArticleNorth Port St. Joe envisions revamped Washington High gym
Plans for the gym include an enhanced kitchen, new retractable seating and more that would replace the current facilities.
Read ArticleJuneteenth celebration in Port St. Joe to include parade, concerts, events
Events were held throughout the weekend in Port St. Joe and included marches, live music, food, family-friendly activities and opportunities.
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EPA Job training program celebrates first Port St. Joe graduating class
For Lynda Willis and her six fellow graduates, the ceremony represented more than a celebration of their personal accomplishments.
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The six-week courses provide 10 to 15 students with the necessary certifications, licenses, and OSHA cards.
Read ArticlePort St. Joe received more than $800,000 in grants from EPA
Sinking houses, chemical contamination, and toxins are how residents of the North Port St. Joe area describe their living conditions.
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