Networking & Upskilling
Plug in at FL’s Source
Whether you are a seasoned professional or just starting out in your career, the Treasure Coast’s community mindedness and comprehensive approach to volunteerism present year-round opportunities to get involved. Professional groups like the invitation-only Business Associates Martin County create the optimal environment for referrals. Chambers throughout the region also offer regular networking events to help you stay at the forefront of industry trends. And if you’re want to level up your skills, programs at Indian River State College and Treasure Coast Technical College can put you on the right career path.
- Networking Events
- Upskilling Opportunities
- Volunteerism
Connections that Last a Lifetime
The Treasure Coast thrives by building connections and communities of likeminded professionals across a diverse set of industries. Business Associates of Martin County (BAM) is an exclusive group accessible by invitation only that strengthens the businesses within the city of Stuart and other surrounding towns. The Indian River Chamber and the St. Lucie Chamber host group meets throughout the year, including a monthly breakfast, after-hour events and young professional networking — such as St. Lucie County’s EXCEL, which engages young people in leadership and networking opportunities. Career Connect Martin also hosts regular hiring events.
Inquiring Minds Always Get Fed
Curious by nature? If so, you’ll fit right in on the Treasure Coast. Residents throughout the region believe in continuous learning, and infrastructure is in place to support the notion. Indian River State College has partnered with Florida’s SkillUp Coalition to offer upskilling in healthcare, IT support, commercial driving, business and more. Meanwhile, Treasure Coast Technical College meets the community’s career education and training needs with career certificates in everything from HVAC to practical nursing.
Community that Builds Character
Grounded in a belief that every resident has something useful to contribute, the Treasure Coast has a multitude of non-profits in the area focusing on a wide variety of issues, from literacy to healthcare. Each county also has several opportunities to get involved, whether its volunteering at the public library or participating in local government events and programming.