In the spirit of Independence Day, like many businesses this week, our office has not exactly been bustling. However, we still have a few #avlBiz highlights to share. The Daniels Group is officially a certified Woman Business Enterprise by the NWBOC, Mercy Urgent Care is offering free tick removal kits, Mars Hill University is involved with a special program to fight human trafficking, and Friday Staffing has numerous job opportunities.
Achievement
The Daniels Group, an Asheville-based commercial printing company and call center service run by third-generation owner Jami Daniels, announced today that The Daniels Group is a certified Woman Business Enterprise by the NWBOC. Recognized by hundreds of companies, NWBOC certification is the tour de force for any Woman Owned Business in the United States.
Opportunity
Friday Staffing is looking for a Human Resource Assistant, Wiring Technician, Prep Shop Tech, Coldform Operator, Machine Operator, Finishing Operator, and Furnace Operator. For more information, call Angela Paskus at 828-684-8700 or go to www.friday-staffing.com
Outreach
Mercy Urgent Care will be offering one free tick removal kit per family while supplies last at each of its five urgent care locations in Asheville, Weaverville, and Brevard.
Students in Mars Hill University’s criminal justice program will be working with the federal government’s Human Smuggling & Trafficking Center (HSTC) in the fight against human trafficking. Mars Hill students will work remotely with members of HSTC in Washington, helping process open-source, research-driven intelligence to support local and national anti-human trafficking efforts.