Vision Now – May 2023

Vision Now Goodwill Industries - Suncoast, Inc.

The May Listen Lakeland Show is taking a closer look at Goodwill Industries. Many of us are familiar with Goodwill’s donation center and thrift stores but this organization’s mission seeks to bring even more positive impacts to the communities they serve.  Goodwill is a nonprofit that provides job training, employment placement services and many other community-based programs for people who have barriers to employment.  Join Lakeland Vision Board Chair and Host, Carole Philipson as she learns more about the services Goodwill provides to the community from Goodwill Industries-Suncoast President and CEO, Debbie Passerini, Vice President for Goods Acquisition, Logistics and Retail Operations, Ken Karbowski and Compliance Manager, Haydee Bethune.

Related Vision Focus Areas & Goals:

  • Jobs for a Vibrant Economy:
    Lakeland will have jobs for all to support a vibrant economy.
    • Jobs
      Lakeland will have job growth, with higher wage jobs and careers for citizens of all ages, skill levels, and abilities.
  • Lifelong Education:
    Lakeland will have quality educational opportunities for all.
    • Career Development
      Our educational community will offer life-long training opportunities for an ever-changing job market.