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Check out the January Edition of The Monthly Market Brief! This month, we share our predictions for several key industries to watch in 2025. We also spotlight high-demand/high-growth roles and showcase how TalentCraft is adapting to address the evolving needs of today’s workforce. Subscribe to The Monthly Market Brief for actionable insights to stay informed and ahead in today’s dynamic labor market. #TalentCraft #HiringTrends #LaborMarket #WorkforceInnovation #TalentDevelopment #TheMonthlyMarketBrief

As we close out another year, I find myself reflecting with immense gratitude for the incredible people who make TalentCraft so special. 🙏✨ To our amazing team, dedicated consultants, and valued clients—thank you for your trust, hard work, and partnership. This year has been filled with learnings, challenges, successes, and celebrations. 📚💪🎉 I’m especially proud of what we’ve accomplished together and honored to have been the top producer at our firm for the second year in a row. None of this would be possible without the incredible support and collaboration of our team and the trust of our clients. 💼 2025 holds so much promise, and I’m excited to continue building on the foundation we’ve created, driving success for our clients and opportunities for our consultants. It’s a privilege to do this alongside such talented and passionate individuals. 🚀💡 Wishing everyone a joyful holiday season 🎄✨ and a New Year filled with growth, opportunity, and success! Here’s to making an even greater impact together in the year ahead. #Gratitude #Teamwork #Growth #TalentCraft

What an inspiring night celebrating i.c.stars Chicago’s 25th Anniversary Gala at the Old Post Office! The work i.c.stars has done over the past 25 years—empowering individuals through technology, leadership, and opportunity—has left an undeniable mark on our community. Their mission reminds us that real change comes from investing in people, and the stories shared last night were a powerful testament to that impact Sandee Kastrul A heartfelt thank you to Dan Kavanagh, Abraham Jones, Mel Lockley, Matt Brown, Reginald Wright, and Alexandra Yeung, OLY for joining Jake Schnepper and I as guests of TalentCraft. It was a pleasure to celebrate this milestone together! TalentCraft #iCStars #25YearsOfImpact #CommunityEmpowerment #TalentCraft #BestTableAward

🌟 Last week, my colleague Jake Schnepper and I had the pleasure of attending the i.c.stars |* Milwaukee 5th Anniversary Gala—and what an incredible event it was! It was such a joy to venture up to Milwaukee to support i.c.stars’ continued growth in the region and celebrate their impact over the past five years. The energy in the room was inspiring, and we had the opportunity to meet so many amazing people who are passionate about driving change and creating opportunities through technology and leadership. A big shoutout to ChaChi Gallo, who did an amazing job as the MC of the evening, and to the entire i.c.stars Milwaukee team and our new friends at Hydrite for being so welcoming to us Chicago kids! We’re also thrilled for this week’s event in Chicago celebrating 25 years of i.c.stars |* Chicago. Can’t wait to see everyone there! 🎉 TalentCraft #Networking #Community #iCStars #Leadership #Milwaukee #Chicago #Growth

The December Edition of The Monthly Market Brief is now live! This month, we spotlight the Life Sciences industry, exploring recent innovations and exciting developments shaping its future. Subscribe to The Monthly Market Brief for valuable insights that keep you informed and strategically positioned in today’s dynamic labor market. #TalentCraft #HiringTrends #LaborMarket #AI #WorkforceInnovation #TalentDevelopment #LifeSciences

We’re #hiring a new Administrative Assistant in Reno, Nevada. Apply today or share this post with your network.

A New $100M AI-Powered Opportunity in Semiconductor R&D 🌍🔋🔬 The U.S. Department of Commerce recently unveiled plans for a $100 million competition for sustainable semiconductor R&D. The initiative focuses on university-led, industry-supported collaborations using AI-driven Autonomous Experimentation (AI/AE) to advance eco-friendly semiconductor production. Here’s a breakdown of the initiative’s goals: 1) Fast-Tracking Sustainable Semiconductor Research: This competition will encourage research teams to apply AI/AE to accelerate the discovery of environmentally-friendly materials and processes with practical applications in semiconductor manufacturing.    2) Incorporating Sustainability Metrics: Competition proposals will prioritize sustainability targets, including enhanced water and energy efficiency, waste reduction, and PFAS mitigation, alongside traditional performance metrics like power, cost, and area.    3) Strengthening Emerging Research Institutions: By promoting partnerships across universities, industry, government labs, and other stakeholders, this funding will empower emerging research institutions, expanding the U.S. semiconductor R&D ecosystem.    4) Developing a Skilled Workforce: This project aims to cultivate a new generation of researchers with AI/AE expertise, building a talent pipeline of graduates and faculty equipped with the skills essential for sustainable semiconductor innovation.    Application Process: The competition will require a concept paper followed by a full application for selected invitees. The full Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) will be posted on Grants.gov by the end of 2024, with concept papers due approximately 60 days after publication.  With the upcoming shift in administration, the CHIPS and Science Act may see adjustments. As a dedicated workforce development partner, TalentCraft is committed to keeping you informed on any policy changes or opportunities for additional growth. We are here to support our partners in driving the future of the semiconductor industry. For more details about the competition, read the official notice of intent here: https://lnkd.in/eM7h3m2q #Semiconductors #AI #SustainableManufacturing #CHIPSAct #TalentCraft #WorkforceDevelopment

We’re #hiring a new Human Resources Generalist in Oak Brook, Illinois. Apply today or share this post with your network.

Check out the first edition of TalentCraft’s Monthly Market Brief! We’re excited to launch our new monthly newsletter, bringing you a streamlined overview of critical hiring trends, labor market shifts, and industry updates. We'll also keep you informed on TalentCraft’s key initiatives and upcoming workforce development events. This month, we explore insights from the October Jobs Report, share updates on U.S. semiconductor growth and new tax credit rules, and examine key findings on the cybersecurity talent shortage—just a few of the highlights featured in this edition. Subscribe to the Monthly Market Brief for valuable insights that keep you informed and strategically positioned in today’s dynamic landscape. #TalentCraft #HiringTrends #LaborMarket #Semiconductors #Cybersecurity #Recruitment #AdvancedManufacturing #AI #WorkforceInnovation #TalentDevelopment

At TalentCraft, we believe in the power of data to make smarter hiring decisions. A critical step in our process is the prescreen call, where recruiters assess both candidate qualification and fit. Recently, our Insights & Analytics team used Natural Language Processing (NLP) to analyze thousands of prescreen notes, applying sentiment analysis to reveal how recruiter sentiment impacts candidate success. Discover how data is transforming the hiring process at TalentCraft in the full report below.  #NLP #SentimentAnalysis #DataAnalytics #WorkforceDevelopment