CANDO Career Connect to Bring Job Seekers and Employers Together During Manufacturing Month
- Date 10/2/2026
- Media Contact Doug Tobin
- Email TobinD@CareerSourceTB.com
- Contact phone (813) 397-2054
CANDO Career Connect to Bring Job Seekers and Employers Together During Manufacturing Month
~Networking mixer will highlight manufacturing careers while connecting Tampa Bay talent with employers across multiple industries.~
TAMPA, Fla. — Following the success of the first CANDO Career Connect Professional Networking Mixer in April 2026, CareerSource Tampa Bay (CSTB) and CANDO, Inc. are partnering to host another networking event connecting local talent with employers across the Tampa Bay region.
The CANDO Career Connect Professional Mixer will take place on Thursday, October 15, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Jerk Hut Island Grille & Beach Club, 1241 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa, FL 33612.
Held in honor of Manufacturing Month this October, the event will place a special focus on manufacturing careers and the industry’s impact on the Tampa Bay economy. Job seekers interested in manufacturing and other fields will have the opportunity to connect directly with local employers and industry leaders.
Event Highlights:
- Direct Employer Access: Connect with local employers and explore career opportunities across a variety of industries, including high-demand, high-wage manufacturing careers.
- Free Admission: Open to all job seekers and professionals at no cost.
- Networking Environment: Build connections with local employers and professionals while enjoying light refreshments.
“Manufacturing offers strong career pathways and high-wage opportunities for job seekers across Tampa Bay,” said Kristal Feacher, Business Services Consultant Supervisor at CareerSource Tampa Bay. “This event brings job seekers face-to-face with local employers, creating direct connections to opportunities in an industry that continues to support the growth of our regional economy.”
Interested attendees are encouraged to dress professionally, bring multiple copies of their resume, and come ready to connect.
To register, visit the CareerSource Tampa Bay website.
For more information, please contact Kristal Feacher at [email protected].
Download the event flyer here.
About CareerSource Tampa Bay
Effective July 1, 2024, CareerSource Tampa Bay is the designated local workforce development board serving Hillsborough County and Pinellas County. CareerSource Tampa Bay is governed by a board of directors whose members are appointed by a consortium of Chief Local Elected Officials (CLEOs) from each county commission.
CareerSource Tampa Bay is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. All voice telephone numbers listed may be reached by persons using TTY/TDD equipment via the Florida Relay Service at 711.
CareerSource Tampa Bay is the direct service provider for various workforce programs which are supported by the U.S. Department of Labor, Health and Human Services, Agriculture, and other agencies as part of awards totaling $38,665,000 with 93% federally funded (Updated annually, as of September 2025).
For more information about CareerSource Tampa Bay, please visit: https://careersourcetampabay.com
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