In the Headlines

Check out our latest article in the IEP Journal about expanding employment opportunities for justice-impacted individuals! In the article, we explore how innovative solutions like the Entry to Employment (E2E) Network are helping to break the cycle of recidivism and create pathways to quality employment. The E2E provides justice-impacted individuals with essential job search tools and connects them with second-chance employers. 

Follow the link here to read more! 
 

Check out this article from WorkingNation that highlights Geographic Solutions’ partnership with the California Prison Industry Authority (CALPIA)! The article focuses on CALPIA’s crucial work to help break the cycle of recidivism and explores how innovative solutions like the Entry to Employment (E2E) Network can create pathways to quality employment for justice impacted individuals.

Follow the link here to read the full story.
 

Geographic Solutions’ VOS Sapphire software suite has been named a finalist in the Best Use of AI in a Cloud Security Solution category for the 2025 Security Awards! This recognition honors those at the forefront of cybersecurity – rewarding overall excellence in keeping digital assets secure. The program also spotlights groundbreaking solutions that tackle specific challenges in cloud security.

Security Awards winners will be revealed on May 6.

Follow the link here to read more! 
 

Geographic Solutions, in collaboration with the Labor Market Information (LMI) division of the Kansas Department of Labor (KDOL), has launched Today’s Occupations, Tomorrow’s Opportunities (T.O.T.O.), an innovative career exploration platform designed to help students and career changers navigate their professional paths.

“The launch of T.O.T.O. represents a significant step forward in empowering the next generation of workers in the state of Kansas,” said Labor Secretary Amber Shultz “Through our partnership with Geographic Solutions, we can better equip students and career changers with advanced career exploration tools that will help them make informed decisions about their professional futures.” Governor Laura Kelly added, “I am thrilled to support the launch of T.O.T.O. and am confident this new platform will help Kansans find meaningful careers. By investing in an updated, engaging, and comprehensive career exploration platform, we are showing our commitment to building a strong workforce in Kansas.”

Powered by Geographic Solutions’ Virtual Career Center (VCC) software solution, T.O.T.O. offers self-service tools to help individuals explore their interests, develop their career paths, and find quality employment opportunities in Kansas. Facilitators will gain access to specially curated worksheets and guides that offer direction on career development, job searching strategies, and interview preparation. Additional key features include:

• Wizard of Jobs – Reality Check: Helps users estimate the salary needed for their desired lifestyle, bridging the gap between financial planning and career decision-making.
• Virtual Career Center – Comprehensive Career Exploration and Planning: Connects users to localized occupation data as well as education and training programs aligned with their interests and salary goals. It also provides real-time Kansas job postings, résumé and interview preparation tools, and access to apprenticeships and internships.
• Electronic Portfolio – Portable Record of Career Development and Readiness Tracks student progress through personalized dashboards and profiles, saving interest inventories, preferred careers and programs, and other career development activities and artifacts.
• Curated Resources – Support for Students and Facilitators: Provides students and facilitators with user-friendly materials to guide students through meaningful career exploration and planning.
• Partnering Schools and Institutions – Student Management: Enables student service and tracking tools for partnering schools and institutions with options for customization and detailed reporting.

“We are proud to partner with the Kansas Department of Labor to develop T.OT.O. to help younger generations find their career path as they navigate today’s ever-evolving job market,” said Paul Toomey, President and Founder of Geographic Solutions. “T.O.T.O is more than a job search board, it’s an intuitive platform that will serve as a compass for students and career changers alike, guiding them towards opportunities that align with both their talents and the state's growing industries.”

By launching T.O.T.O., KDOL reaffirms its commitment to equipping Kansans with the tools and data they need to make informed career decisions. This innovative website revolutionizes career planning by integrating cutting-edge technology, interactive learning, and Kansas-specific, real-world job market insights—helping individuals take confident steps toward their future.

The launch of T.O.T.O was recently featured in a story from the local broadcast news station, KSNW-TV (Wichita, KS). The story was also syndicated to Yahoo News, Salina Post, Butler County Times-Gazette, and KCLY-FM. Follow the link here to read the original article. 

Geographic Solutions’ VOS Sapphire software suite was shortlisted in not just one, but four categories for the 2025 Cloud Security Awards! The Cloud Security Awards recognizes those at the forefront of cybersecurity – rewarding overall excellence in keeping digital assets secure. The program spotlights groundbreaking solutions that tackle specific challenges in cloud security.

The company’s flagship solution was shortlisted in the following categories:

• Best Cybersecurity Solution
• Best Use of AI in a Cloud Security Solution 
• Best Security Compliance in Enterprise
• Cloud Security Innovator of the Year categories

Cloud Security Awards finalists will be revealed on April 15, with the final winners named in May.

Follow the link here to read more! 
 

Congratulations to our partners at Iowa Workforce Development (IWD) for receiving the 2024 Full Employment Award! Their innovative Reemployment Case Management (RCM) program, which is Powered by Geographic Solutions’ Reemployment Exchange (REX) software solution, has significantly reduced unemployment claim durations, saved over $350 million in taxpayer funds, and positively impacted countless lives.

We take great pride in our partnership with IWD and are beyond thrilled to celebrate this impressive milestone with them. We look forward to continuing our collaboration to drive positive outcomes that not only benefit the state but also individuals searching for unemployment assistance and job opportunities.

Follow the link to this news article from Corridor Business Journal to learn more.
 

For the second consecutive year, Geographic Solutions has been named a finalist for the prestigious 2025 North American Inspiring Workplaces Awards! This recognition celebrates our company's continued commitment to fostering a positive workplace environment that empowers our employees to thrive.

The selection committee recognized Geographic Solutions for our unwavering dedication to employee well-being and our ongoing efforts to cultivate an inclusive, supportive, and welcoming environment for all team members.

The winners will be revealed at the upcoming awards ceremony in Chicago on June 24th. 

Follow the link here to read more! 
 

What’s on the horizon for talent acquisition in 2025? In a recent Forbes Business Council article, Geographic Solutions’ President and Founder, Paul Toomey explores the latest hiring trends that are poised to reshape the workforce industry in 2025.

In his article, Paul provides unique insights into the ever-evolving landscape of talent acquisition, shedding light on the rise of hybrid work models, how AI is being integrated into the recruitment process, the importance of second-chance hiring's, why companies are moving toward tailored recruitment experiences, and the ongoing push to expand apprenticeship programs. 

Follow the link here to read more! 
 

We are thrilled to announce that our Virtual OneStop® (VOS Sapphire®) software suite has achieved StateRAMP Authorization, reaffirming our commitment to data security and compliance.

StateRAMP, a nationally recognized risk authorization management program, provides a standardized approach to assessing cloud products. Achieving StateRAMP Authorization through this third-party assessment and review demonstrates our dedication to meeting the highest security and compliance standards. This achievement also reflects the company’s commitment to delivering a secure and reliable solution that government agencies and organizations can confidently rely on to safeguard their data and operations. 

"Achieving StateRAMP Authorization for the VOS Sapphire® software suite represents a significant milestone for Geographic Solutions and is a testament to the dedication and expertise of our team in building a secure and compliant platform for government agencies,” said Felipe Medina, Chief Information Security Officer at Geographic Solutions. “This accomplishment provides agencies with the assurance they need to manage sensitive data and improve efficiency across their operations. We are proud to offer a solution that helps combat fraud, verifies identities, enhances service delivery, and helps individuals find quality employment.”

For 27 years, Virtual OneStop® has continuously set the standard as a cost-effective, secure, rapidly deployable, and future-proof web-based solution in the workforce industry. The software suite is the only fully integrated workforce system in the country that provides universal employment solutions for job seekers, employers, service providers, and state and local agency staff. The web-based solution has been designed specifically to meet the diverse needs of American Job Centers, economic development agencies, unemployment insurance entities, correctional and educational institutions. 

Virtual OneStop® effectively manages all federally funded partner programs under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, labor exchange, case management, job aggregation, labor market information, service and fund tracking, human services, federal reporting, and unemployment insurance benefits. Flagship products/modules within the Virtual OneStop® software suite include VOS Sapphire®, Virtual LMI®, Virtual OneStop Reentry Employment Opportunities (VOS REO) ®, America’s Labor Market Analyzer (ALMA)®, America’s Virtual OneStop®, Virtual Career Center®, Reemployment Exchange (REX)®, and the Geographic Solutions Unemployment System (GUS)®. 

For more information about the VOS Sapphire® software suite and our StateRAMP Authorization, please visit the StateRAMP website here. You can also read the complete press release here - which has been syndicated to Yahoo Finance, Benzinga, Morningstar, StreetInsider, and 555 additional publications.

It’s back and better than ever! Join us June 23-26, 2025, in sunny Clearwater Beach, Florida, for the 2025 Workforce Technology Conference (WTC). We invite agency veterans and newcomers alike to come together and explore the intricacies of employment. Learn about the latest workforce trends, insights, and strategies from over 85 industry speakers, subject matter experts, and partners. 

We know Workforce is in the name, but this conference is so much more than just workforce. This year’s program is a meld of sessions on workforce development, labor market information, economic development, unemployment insurance, vocational rehabilitation, education, human services, reentry initiatives, partner programs, and much, much more!

Our annual conference showcases insights and perspectives from thought leaders, educators, agency personnel, frontline staff, and our own Geographic Solutions team! Attending the 2025 WTC will provide you with numerous opportunities to participate in hands-on system demonstrations, panel discussions, think-tank sessions, and networking with agency members from across the country.

This year, we are pushing the boundaries of our product line even further. 2025 attendees are in for an even bigger flex with the new version of our VOS Sapphire platform – VOS FlexPro. But, you’ll have to attend to find out what it’s all about!

Uncover hidden system treasures with optional pre-conference training taking place on June 23rd. Select from VOS or VLMI for an additional $199. Seats are limited!

Reserve your seat NOW with our ‘Super Early Bird’ special of $595, until February 14th! We are also offering a new Group Bundle for agencies looking to send three or more individuals. For details on session topics, event speakers, hotel and travel information, and more, visit the official 2025 Workforce Technology Conference website. 

As the agenda is a work in progress, we are still looking for industry speakers! If you are interested in showcasing all the hard work you’ve been doing, the insights you’ve been creating, and the kudos you’ve been collecting, check out the ‘Agenda’ tab in the link below to put in an inquiry to become a 2025 conference speaker. As a side bonus, all speakers get a 50% discount on registration fees!

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