Appvion Workers Found Recent Job Fair 'Helpful'

As reported by Pennsylvania CareerLink Blair County, the following are statistics and feedback given on the job fair for the dislocated Appvion workers held on April 20:

The Numbers

• 93 workers attended; scheduled in staggered intervals to remain socially distanced

• 22 employers attended – selected for their key needs based on these workers’ skills

• 689 jobs/positions were represented by these employers

• 467 employer conversations with prospects were recorded

• 90 interviews or post-fair outreach appointments were scheduled by the employers (this does not include those who were referred to...