The Willow Grove Job Fair is October 1. Are You Ready?

There is no better time than now to get a head start on your job search and your dream job could be just around the corner! The Willow Grove Chamber of Commerce and State Rep. Tom Murt happily invite you to attend their Job Fair on Oct. 1, from 10 AM to 3 PM, in the Williamson Banquet Hall in Horsham. There will be dozens of employers in attendance and admission is free for all job seekers.

This year’s Job Fair offers the best opportunities for new employment in the area. With so many employers in attendance, you will have no problem finding the perfect job for you! The Job Fair is also a great opportunity to expand your professional network. Bring plenty of resumes and take this opportunity to meet other professionals and continue your job search.

“Employers throughout the region have booked their booths and are ready to hire,” Willow Grove Chamber of Commerce President John DiMarzio said. Employers slated to exhibit include retailers, financial service providers, adult care and healthcare providers, staffing companies, home product providers, and many others. “There is no better time than now to get out there and connect with companies that want to hire you at this year’s Job Fair,” stressed DiMarzio.

Chairman of the Board of Directors, Roger Myers, also added, “Last year’s event had over 1,200 attendees and more than 30 employers from throughout the region. With those kinds of opportunities, everyone can find exactly what they’re looking for.”

Here are a few helpful tips for job seekers to get the most out of their experience on Oct. 1:

- Dress for success

- Be polite and courteous

- Bring a notepad and a pen

- Prepare your 30 second unique self-introduction

- Bring an ample supply of updated resumes and business cards

- Research and prepare questions for your top companies

- Network with fellow job-seekers and career professionals

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, unemployment rates are finally starting to decline. Why not get an edge on the competition and come out to the Job Fair on October 1? The event will take place at the Williamson Banquet Hall, at the intersection of Route 611 and Blair Mill Road in Horsham. Visit www.eWillowGrove.com for more information on this year’s Job Fair or call 215-657-2652.