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Paul Toomey Shares Insights on Rural Workforce Development in Forbes Business Council Article

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:21:53 GMT

How do we strengthen workforce development in rural parts of the United States? For the 46 million Americans who call rural communities their home, the answer is shaped by a complex mix of economic, demographic, and infrastructure-related challenges.

From population decline and an aging workforce to limited access to education and training, broadband gaps, industry concentration, and healthcare barriers, these communities face obstacles that can restrict job opportunities, slow career advancement, and make it more difficult for employers to build sustainable talent pipelines.

Yet there is also reason for optimism.

Rural employment sits at the crossroads of economic transformation, population change, and the opportunity to address infrastructure limitations. While these communities continue to face longstanding structural challenges, they also offer strong potential for sustainable growth when workforce strategies are aligned with local needs and opportunities.

Geographic Solutions’ President and Founder, Paul Toomey, explores these issues in greater detail in his latest Forbes Business Council article, highlighting both the challenges face and the opportunities ahead.

Follow this link to read the full council article.

Paul Toomey Explores 2026 Workforce Trends in Fast Company Impact Council Article

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:36:04 GMT

What’s on the horizon for the workforce in 2026? In a recent Fast Company Impact Council article, Geographic Solutions’ President and Founder, Paul Toomey, dives into the latest workforce trends to watch in the new year.

Paul explores the forces redefining the modern workplace, from the integration of artificial intelligence to the rise of skill-based hiring. He examines how emerging technologies and shifting employee expectations are reshaping the way we collaborate, learn, and define success in an evolving professional landscape.

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Paul Toomey Examines Unemployment Fraud Prevention in Forbes Business Council Article

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 17:31:11 GMT

The pandemic not only changed the way we work but also exposed deep fractures in our aging government technology infrastructure. This raises a critical question: Are state unemployment systems ready for the next crisis?

In a recent Forbes Business Council article, Geographic Solutions’ President and Founder, Paul Toomey, examines this issue and explores the post-pandemic push for system modernization. He also delves into how states are transforming fraud risks into opportunities to build a smarter, more secure infrastructure.

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Geographic Solutions’ Paul Toomey Featured On Equus’ Workforce in Action podcast

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 20:19:00 GMT

Our President and Founder, Paul Toomey, has been featured as a guest on Equus Workforce Solutions’ Workforce in Action podcast! During his talk with host Marion Akers, Paul shares insights on how vocational rehabilitation programs bridge the employment gap for individuals with disabilities. He also discusses the transformative impact of AI on workforce development technology and explains how Geographic Solutions is helping justice-impacted individuals successfully secure employment.

Follow the link here to listen to the full episode!

Inc. Names Geographic Solutions as a 2025 Power Partner Award Winner for Third Consecutive Year

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 14:00:00 GMT

For the third year in a row, Geographic Solutions has been named to Inc.’s annual Power Partner award list! The company was recognized in two categories: Technology & Development and SaaS Products.

Geographic Solutions has been recognized for its dedication to building mutually beneficial relationships with its clients and partners. This focus on collaboration has enabled Geographic Solutions to consistently innovate, drive economic growth, and achieve successful outcomes for its stakeholders. The company was selected in the Technology & Development and SaaS Products categories based on several criteria, including receiving top reviews from Geographic Solutions' clients.

“Earning a place on Inc.’s Power Partner list for the third year in a row reflects our commitment to innovation and creating solutions that truly make a difference,” said Paul Toomey, the Founder and President of Geographic Solutions. “Our success is built on strong partnerships that empower our clients and drive meaningful economic impact. We’re proud to help them achieve their goals and create meaningful outcomes together."

“The entrepreneurial journey and community are core to Inc.’s mission, and it’s a true honor to celebrate this year’s Inc. Power Partners — the companies dedicated to helping small businesses and entrepreneurs,” says Bonny Ghosh, editorial director at Inc. “Whether they’re coordinating complex marketing campaigns or reliably supporting the day-to-day infrastructure of growing companies, these honorees aren’t simply B2B providers — they are true partners in helping businesses grow and succeed.”

The prestigious list celebrates B2B organizations across the country that have proven track records supporting entrepreneurs and assisting their partners to grow. Companies on the Inc. Power Partner list received top marks from clients for being instrumental in helping leadership navigate the dynamic world of startups. These B2B partners support entrepreneurs across various facets of the business, including hiring, compliance, infrastructure development, cloud migration, fundraising, and more, allowing founders to focus on their core missions.

To view the complete list, go to: https://www.inc.com/power-partner-awards.

Geographic Solutions Named to Tampa Bay Business Journal’s ‘The List’

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 19:51:00 GMT

For the 12th consecutive year, Geographic Solutions has been named to Tampa Bay Business Journal’s ‘The List’ for the Largest Software Developers in Tampa Bay. The company was recognized for its continued growth over the past decade.

The Tampa Bay Business Journal's ‘The List’ showcases over 1,000 of the largest companies in their fields across the Tampa Bay area. The Largest Software Developers list features the top 32 software development companies in the area based on employee size, revenue, the number of developers employed, and more.

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Geographic Solutions' Paul Toomey Named Tampa Bay Tech Finalist

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 18:21:00 GMT

Join us in congratulating our esteemed President and Founder, Paul Toomey, for being named a finalist in the Tech Leader of the Year category for the Tampa Bay Tech Awards!

Paul was recognized as a finalist for his significant contributions to building long-term value for his company, the workforce industry, and the Tampa Bay community. The Tampa Bay Tech Awards honor and celebrate our talented community of technology leaders, organizations, projects, and professionals in various specialties at various levels with awards in 7 categories.

Winners will be announced at the awards ceremony on November 7th, at Armature Works in Tampa Bay.

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Paul Toomey Shares Five Labor Market Trends To Follow In Forbes Business Council

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 14:52:00 GMT

What’s driving change in today's labor market? The answer is a complex mix of technological, demographic, and behavioral changes. In a recent Forbes Business Council article, Geographic Solutions’ President and Founder, Paul Toomey, explores five key trends that are fueling this transformation.

In his article, Paul highlights everything from significant demographic changes and AI's profound impact on entry-level positions to the growing popularity of alternative career paths among workers.

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Geographic Solutions Publishes Article in the Global Government Forum

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 16:10:00 GMT

We're thrilled to share our latest thought leadership article on how emerging technology is reshaping the public sector and empowering job seekers.

This article, published in the Global Government Forum, explores how emerging technologies are transforming the public sector and fundamentally changing the way people find jobs. It discusses how governments implement AI-driven solutions, like VOS Sapphire AI, to improve user experiences and to simplify tasks for agency staff, job seekers, and employers.

The article also highlights software that creates second-chance opportunities, such as the Entry to Employment (E2E) Network, which provides justice-impacted individuals with essential career tools and connects them with 'second-chance employers' to reduce recidivism.

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Geographic Solutions Named a Top 25 Work Tech Vendor for Second Year in a Row

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 14:33:35 GMT

At Geographic Solutions, we believe that technology should be more than functional -- it should be inspiring. That’s why we’re honored to announce that Geographic Solutions has been named one of the Top 25 Work Tech Vendors in the 2025 Inspiring Work Tech Awards. This global recognition celebrates companies that are driving meaningful change in the world of work through technology

The Inspiring Work Tech Awards spotlights vendors whose solutions demonstrate real purpose and impact, whether in human resources, employment, wellbeing, inclusion, communication, or beyond. Winners are selected by an independent panel based on how their technology supports people-first organizations, fosters innovation, and helps shape the future of work.

Read more about the 2025 Top 25 Inspiring Work Tech Awards Winners

Geographic Solutions named a finalist in THREE categories for the 2025 AI Awards!

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 14:30:00 GMT

Geographic Solutions’ VOS Sapphire software suite has been named a finalist in THREE categories for the prestigious 2025 AI Awards!

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

AI for Good Award
AI Deployment of the Year
Best Use of AI in Human Resources

Now in its second year, The AI Awards recognizes organizations leading the charge in artificial intelligence and machine learning innovation. The program showcases AI solutions that stand out for their exceptional effectiveness, scalability, and value in tackling complex problems and delivering real benefits to businesses, organizations, and society.

AI Awards winners will be announced on Tuesday, October 13.

Follow the link here to read more!

Geographic Solutions Has Been Shortlisted for the 2025 AI Awards

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 18:59:00 GMT

Geographic Solutions’ VOS Sapphire software suite was shortlisted in FOUR categories for the prestigious 2025 AI Awards!

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

AI for Good Award
AI Deployment of the Year
Best AI Integration
Best Use of AI in Human Resources

Now in its second year, The AI Awards honors organizations at the forefront of artificial intelligence and machine learning innovation. The program highlights AI solutions that demonstrate exceptional effectiveness, scalability, and value in solving complex problems and generating tangible benefits for businesses, organizations, and society.

AI Awards finalists will be announced on Tuesday, September 16, with the final winners revealed in October.

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We’re Live! Second Quarter System Launch Roundup

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 17:54:00 GMT

We're already making significant strides with system deployments this year. So far, in the second quarter of 2025, our teams have successfully launched eight new client systems, portals, and modules across various states, territories, cities, and educational institutions.

These systems include:

👩‍💻 Texas’s Integration of AI Assist into WorkInTexas – April 2025
👩‍🔧 Indiana Registered Apprenticeship Module – April 2025
👩‍👧 Texas Non-Custodial Parent Module – May 2025
🚪 Virginia Workforce Connection’s VOSGreeter Module – May 2025
🏫 Virginia Workforce Connection’s Registered Apprenticeship Module – May 2025
💵 Iowa’s IOWAWORKS Unemployment Insurance Module – June 2025
⚖ Louisiana’s RETURN Portal – June 2025
💳 Indiana’s Work Opportunity Tax Credit Module – July 2025

These innovative solutions are designed to modernize dated systems, enhance user experience, improve operational efficiency, meet the evolving needs of our clients, and provide new opportunities to individuals in need.

Stay tuned for more updates on these and other systems as we continue to innovate and grow.

Geographic Solutions’ Paul Toomey Named a 2025 Tampa Bay Titan 100 Honoree

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 14:49:00 GMT

Geographic Solutions’ President and Founder, Paul Toomey, has been named a 2025 Tampa Bay Titan 100 honoree! This honor recognizes his exceptional leadership style, vision, and clear sense of purpose. It also reflects his significant contributions to building long-term value for his company, the workforce industry, and the Tampa Bay community.

The Titan 100 program recognizes Tampa Bay’s Top 100 CEOs & C-level executives. They are the area’s most accomplished business leaders in their industry, using criteria that include demonstrating exceptional leadership, vision, and passion. Collectively, the 2025 Tampa Bay Titan 100 and their companies employ upwards of 235,000 individuals and generate over $56 billion in annual revenue, an impressive set of statistics.

The Titan 100 Honorees will be celebrated at the annual awards ceremony on Thursday, October 30, at The Motor Enclave.

Follow the link here to read more!

Geographic Solutions Has Been Named a Finalist for the 2025 SaaS Awards

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 19:01:00 GMT

Geographic Solutions’ VOS Sapphire AI software suite has been named a finalist in THREE categories for the prestigious 2025 SaaS Awards!
The company’s flagship solution was named a finalist in the following categories:

Best SaaS Product for Cybersecurity
Best SaaS Solution for HR & Workforce Management
Best SaaS Product for Nonprofits or Education

Operated by The Cloud Awards, the SaaS Awards recognize organizations that are pushing the boundaries within the software-as-a-service industry. The SaaS Awards judges will now begin their third and final round of judging to select a winner in each category.

Winners will be announced on Tuesday, August 12.

Follow the link here to read more!

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 Receives Top Honors During 2025 North American Inspiring Workplaces Awards Ceremony

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 17:50:00 GMT

For the second consecutive year, Geographic Solutions has received multiple honors during the 2025 North American Inspiring Workplaces Awards ceremony held in Chicago! The company was listed among the Top 100 most inspiring workplaces and was named a winner within the Inspiring Tech Company of the Year category.

The selection committee recognized Geographic Solutions for its sustained growth, ability to communicate effectively, and dedication to fostering a positive workplace that empowers employees. These honors celebrate our success in creating an inspiring, inclusive, supportive, and welcoming culture for all.

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Geographic Solutions Partners with Microsoft to Release New Case Study

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 14:07:00 GMT

We have teamed up with Microsoft to release a case study highlighting how we are leveraging Microsoft Azure's AI capabilities in our VOS Sapphire AI software. This study shows how the collaboration aims to connect job seekers with meaningful career opportunities while empowering employers to identify candidates who meet their requirements.

But don’t just take our word for it. The study also includes testimony from clients and insights from Geographic Solutions’ Paul Toomey and Melina Tabares to showcase the benefits of VOS Sapphire AI and the positive impact our software has had on our clients in Georgia and Texas since its launch.

Click here to read the full case study.

Paul Toomey Explores Benefits of Vocational Rehabilitation in Forbes Business Council

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 12:15:00 GMT

Our President and Founder, Paul Toomey, has released his latest article as a Forbes Business Council member, spotlighting Vocational Rehabilitation. This insightful read explores how VR programs bridge the employment gap for individuals with disabilities, create a more inclusive and robust job market, and ultimately empower them to thrive in the workforce and achieve economic independence.

Follow the link here to read more!