Project IOWA (Iowa Opportunities For Workplace Advancement) Was Born .

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Project IOWA (Iowa Opportunities for Workplace Advancement) was born out of house meetings held by:

“To serve as a bridge between the unemployed and under-employed persons seeking living wage careers and employers seeking workers; thereby transforming lives and benefiting communities.”

The enrollment IS a process! A cohort model with 8-12 participants 12-16 weeks of training Training is four times each week Approximately four hours per training Depending on sector chosen

Training for industries that are currently hiring Business Industries Advanced Manufacturing VIP Training ONLY available at Project IOWA! Sanctuary Model Values in Action Emotional Intelligence Presentation Skills

What makes Project IOWA different? 1. Relationships with Employers Relationships with Employers Advanced Manufacturing Industry input Access to careers available in Iowa Business Basics Employer Relations Committee Looking to increase the number of employee partners Qualifications Hiring, wages, and location

Our employer partners guarantee our participants

Bridgestone ACH Vermeer Manufacturing General Mills Mercy Medical Center Barilla ALMACO Sargent EFCO Iowa Laborers Union

What makes Project IOWA different? 2.Vision, Initiative, and Perseverance Working on the “core skills” employers are seeking Goal Setting (SMART goals) Emotional Management skills Establishing an accurate self assessment Increasing self-confidence Effective communication skills Work place behaviors and expectations including attitude, ability to work in a team, attendance, and self-confidence Resume writing/Interviewing skills Transformational

Transformational Pre-VIP: 4 week difference Carlos Muniz

What makes Project IOWA different? 3.Wrap Around Support Successful job placement & retention is our goal. Work place culture and fit We offer extensive wrap-around services. 1-on-1 coaching Placement Assistance

Economic Impact Wage increase pre/post Project IOWA Pre-Project IOWA hourly wage: 3.56 Post-Project IOWA hourly wage: 14.34 Increase of 10.78 an hour OR 22,422.00 annually per graduate 3,991,116 annual impact of Project IOWA Graduate’s increase in wage 57% of our graduates were unemployed before starting our program The economic impact of just this 57% of graduations puts 3,012,547.20 back into the Iowa Economy

Economic Impact Cont. Benefits Before Project IOWA: 16 individuals indicated they had employment that offered benefits After Project IOWA: 126 graduates now have employment that offers benefits Health Insurance 21 people did not have health insurance stating PI 51 people were receiving public health insurance benefits Receiving Unemployment Benefits 17 people 9 graduates were receiving Section 8 Housing assistance before Project IOWA 67% of participants were receiving SNAP food assistance benefits before Project IOWA

Indirect Benefits of Project IOWA 53 graduates were considered “homeless” prior to project Iowa – indicating they were living in shelters or with friends or relatives Generational Impact: Project IOWA Graduates impacted 135 Iowa children who were under the poverty level before their parents began this program 12 of our graduates are veterans 16 of our graduates have a disability

New Data We Are Collecting College/Student Debt People who have debt: 62/102 9 unknown amounts in Total Debt: 645,372.00 Debt on avg. per person: 10,409.23 Criminal Background Debt Responded: 36/87 8 unknown amounts in Total Debt: 336,225.00 Debt on avg. per person: 9,339.58

Incarceration, Criminal Backgrounds, & ACES 64% of our graduates have some time of criminal charge on their background 30% of those have been convicted of a felony 19% have been incarcerated (34 graduates) Of those who have been incarcerated: on average our graduates have served 3 years in prison Longest term served: 13 years ACES Scores Average Iowans: 12.5% have 4 or more ACES Project IOWA Graduates: 35.2% have 4 or more ACES

Testimonials from Businesses “Project IOWA is a great way for employers to hire the best candidates the area has to offer. Project IOWA gears their classes towards what the employer needs with the results being positive and rewarding for both the candidate and employer” - Kemin Industries “Project IOWA’s concentrated focus on technical training produces candidates with more of the desired skills I am looking for when hiring. With Project IOWA candidates, I feel like I’m already one step ahead in the hiring process” - Hiring Manager at EFCO

Testimonials from Graduates Project IOWA offered me the opportunity to learn some advanced manufacturing and welding skills. With this (training) I am able to fulfill my dreams of bright and prosperous future. Clifford Salmond; Bridgestone Graduated: 2/19/2013 Employed: 2/25/2013 – Nearing two years with Bridgestone! “I was recently recommended for a new position by my supervisor that is incentive based and with limited supervision. My supervisor said I was perfect for the job because I am reliable, hardworking and trustworthy.” Martell Coleman; EFCO Graduated: 7/7/2014 Employed: 9/1/2014 – Nearing 6 months with EFCO!

Project IOWA Outcomes Broken down by sectors of training Healthcare Placements: 20/24, 83% Average Wages: 12.60 Total Advancements: 13 Financial Services Placements: 5/12, 42% (recent graduation) Average Wages: 14.38 Total Advancements: 0 Advanced Manufacturing Placements: 108/152, 71% Average Wages: 14.67 Total Advancements: 72

Outcomes 178 participants trained Graduation Rate: 92% Placement Rate: 71% Retention Rate: 71% 85 Advancements overall

Budget FY- 2014 50,000 for operations and 50,000 was spent on training. Total expenses 448,029.98 FY- 2015 50,000 for operations and 50,000 was spent on training. Total expenses 745,239.00 FY- 2016 50,000 for operations and 50,000 was spent on training. Total expenses 781,254.00

Funding Sources for Future 1/3 Private/ Foundations 1/3 1/3 Public Business Partners

Economic Impact Wage increase pre/post Project IOWA Pre-Project IOWA hourly wage: 3.56 Post-Project IOWA hourly wage: 14.34 Increase of 10.78 an hour OR 3,991,116 annual impact of Project IOWA Graduate's increase in wage 57% of our graduates were unemployed before starting our program The economic impact of just this 57% of

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