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Paul Toomey Explores Benefits of Second-Chance Hiring in Fast Company Article

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 13:58:00 GMT

As labor shortages persist, companies need to look beyond traditional hiring methods. Geographic Solutions’ President and Founder, Paul Toomey, discusses this in his latest article as a member of the Fast Company Impact Council. In the article, Paul explains how overlooked talent pools, such as second-chance workers or graduates of prison education programs, can help struggling industries fill key employment gaps.

By changing perceptions and implementing strategic programs, forward-thinking companies can access a dependable source of millions of skilled workers while also making a positive social impact.

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Geographic Solutions' Partner Featured on Local Broadcast Station

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 19:06:00 GMT

A recent news segment from the local broadcast station, FOX8 WGHP-TV, spotlights the North Carolina Jobs Exploration in Transition (NC JET) system, which Geographic Solutions developed in partnership with the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction.

The NC JET system aims to bridge the employment gap for justice-impacted individuals by connecting them with essential workforce resources before their release. This forward-thinking system creates opportunities, lowers recidivism rates, and promotes meaningful employment.

Follow the link here to read more. You can also view the complete news segment here.

Geographic Solutions’ Paul Toomey Featured in The Tampa Bay Business Journal

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 18:33:00 GMT

Our esteemed President and Founder, Paul Toomey, was recently featured in an article from The Tampa Bay Business Journal! The article highlights Paul as one of two Tampa Bay business leaders who were named Florida winners of EY’s Entrepreneur of the Year award.

The Entrepreneur of the Year award is the leading competitive program for entrepreneurs and executives of high-growth companies. Paul was selected by an independent panel of past winners, top CEOs, and business leaders for his entrepreneurial spirit, strong sense of purpose, and substantial contributions to building long-term value for his company and the workforce industry.

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Geographic Solutions Publishes Article in the IEP Journal

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:37:00 GMT

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.

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WorkingNation Article Highlights Geographic Solutions’ Partnership with CALPIA

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 19:01:00 GMT

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.

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Geographic Solutions’ Paul Toomey Explores 2025 Hiring Trends in Forbes Business Council

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 14:25:39 GMT

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.

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Geographic Solutions' New Partnership with Ohio Featured in Multiple Publications

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 17:15:53 GMT

Geographic Solutions' recently announced partnership with the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services was featured in Government Technology, Cleveland.com, and MSN. The articles highlight how this collaboration aims to modernize the state's aging unemployment benefits and appeals system with the help of Geographic Solutions Unemployment System (GUS).

The partnership was also featured in a broadcast segment on Spectrum News 1 Ohio, which showcased the new enhancements and features of the system that will benefit Ohio residents in the near future.

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Geographic Solutions’ Survey Results Featured in an Article from WorkLife

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 19:49:00 GMT

Geographic Solutions’ survey insights exploring the job search habits of different generations were featured in an article from WorkLife! The article highlights the generational divide among job seekers, further breaking down the various job search habits, stress points, and work preferences, across different generations.

The article also features a quote from Geographic Solutions’ Paul Toomey, saying “When recruiters rely on broad generational stereotypes, they risk missing opportunities to connect with candidates in ways that resonate with their needs and preferences.”

Paul continues, “By recognizing, for example, that millennials and Gen X prioritize salary insights on job search platforms, employers can tailor their hiring efforts to speak directly to what matters to each group.”

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Geographic Solutions Featured in a Tampa Bay Business Journal Article

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 14:28:00 GMT

Geographic Solutions was recently featured in a sponsored article from the Tampa Bay Business Journal! The article explores the evolution of Geographic Solutions, the positive impact the company has made within the Tampa Bay Tech community, and how its software solutions are pushing the boundaries to drive innovation in the workforce development industry.

Additionally, Geographic Solutions was also featured within the Tampa Bay Business Journal's annual Workforce Development Guide. Check out our Ad in the guide below.

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International Publication, Le Monde, Features Geographic Solutions' Paul Toomey

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 18:41:58 GMT

The international publication, Le Monde, featured a story about the employment shift happening in the tech industry. It mentions how more and more tech workers heading away the tech giants such as Google and Apple and focusing their sights on smaller businesses where their tech talents are greatly needed. Geographic Solutions’ Founder and President speaks to our own experience with finding talented software engineers amid the pandemic.

Read the full article on the Le Monde Website.

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