Caroline Portlock
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Mike Paone, IOM
I've known Caroline on a couple of different fronts: Chamber member, fellow Kiwanis club member, classmate, and now Chamber colleague. Caroline has always been great to work with and collaborate with on numerous projects and events. She brings a great personality and skill set to the Chamber world and has done a great job with her organization.
Jamie Bowden
Caroline is a detail-oriented director/president who provides the organization with professional and experience guidance. She is people oriented and goal driven. She is very approachable and I recommend her highly. Jamie Bowden Former Village Administrator Channahon
Mike Paone, IOM
I've known Caroline on a couple of different fronts: Chamber member, fellow Kiwanis club member, classmate, and now Chamber colleague. Caroline has always been great to work with and collaborate with on numerous projects and events. She brings a great personality and skill set to the Chamber world and has done a great job with her organization.
Jamie Bowden
Caroline is a detail-oriented director/president who provides the organization with professional and experience guidance. She is people oriented and goal driven. She is very approachable and I recommend her highly. Jamie Bowden Former Village Administrator Channahon
Mike Paone, IOM
I've known Caroline on a couple of different fronts: Chamber member, fellow Kiwanis club member, classmate, and now Chamber colleague. Caroline has always been great to work with and collaborate with on numerous projects and events. She brings a great personality and skill set to the Chamber world and has done a great job with her organization.
Jamie Bowden
Caroline is a detail-oriented director/president who provides the organization with professional and experience guidance. She is people oriented and goal driven. She is very approachable and I recommend her highly. Jamie Bowden Former Village Administrator Channahon
Mike Paone, IOM
I've known Caroline on a couple of different fronts: Chamber member, fellow Kiwanis club member, classmate, and now Chamber colleague. Caroline has always been great to work with and collaborate with on numerous projects and events. She brings a great personality and skill set to the Chamber world and has done a great job with her organization.
Jamie Bowden
Caroline is a detail-oriented director/president who provides the organization with professional and experience guidance. She is people oriented and goal driven. She is very approachable and I recommend her highly. Jamie Bowden Former Village Administrator Channahon
Experience
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Workforce Investment Board of Will County
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United States
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Government Administration
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director
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Jul 2017 - Present
The Workforce Investment Board is responsible for planning and implementing the programs and strategies to ensure a workforce system that is flexible, seamless, and responsive to the needs of both job seekers and employers.Caroline serves as the administrative officer for the Workforce Investment Board (WIB) of Will County and is charged with implementing policies, procedures, and programs of the Board for the benefit of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).She plans, implements, and directs workforce development activities, coordinates and develops programs for the Board, including those related to workforce and economic development, state, federal, and private grants, services for/with vendors/partners, and conducts special research and analysis deemed necessary by the Board.She is responsible for developing, planning, and implementing effective workforce development strategies in Will County
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Joliet Junior College
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Adjunct Instructor
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Jan 2012 - Feb 2020
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Director, Workforce Development
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Sep 2015 - Jul 2017
Workforce Development at Joliet Junior College is committed to encouraging local economic development by cultivating partnerships to provide comprehensive services to the Will and Grundy County workforce.
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University of St. Francis
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United States
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Higher Education
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300 - 400 Employee
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Adjunct Professor
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Jan 2014 - Aug 2018
Teaching Human Resource Management and related courses to undergraduate students. Teaching Human Resource Management and related courses to undergraduate students.
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Grundy County Chamber of Commerce & Industry
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United States
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Non-profit Organization Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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President / CEO
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Aug 2003 - Sep 2015
The Grundy County Chamber of Commerce & Industry is a member-driven association serving the northwest region of Illinois by promoting tourism and economic development and is dedicated to protecting and enhancing the quality of life in our county. The Grundy County Chamber of Commerce & Industry is a member-driven association serving the northwest region of Illinois by promoting tourism and economic development and is dedicated to protecting and enhancing the quality of life in our county.
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Caesars Entertainment, Inc.
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United States
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Hospitality
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700 & Above Employee
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Human Resources
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Mar 2000 - Mar 2003
Responsible for recruiting, training and retaining employees with emphasis on employee relations and internal communications. Successfully developed and implemented strategies to increase employee satisfaction and recognition and decrease turnover.
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Public / Community Relations
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Mar 1997 - Mar 2000
Responsible for all external communications and community relations / involvement. Developed and executed property and corporate promotions. Led sales team to increase group and banquet sales. Multi-year Property Star Performer recipient.
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Education
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2002 - 2004
University of St. Francis
MBA -
2005 - 2008
University of Wisconsin-Madison
IOM, U.S. Chamber Institute of Organizational Management -
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SHRM
PHR, Human Resources -
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University of St. Francis
BS, Organizational Management
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