Success Stories

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Denise Coppess in the customer service area of the Blaine, Minn. Home Depot store.

Denise Coppess’ new job lays foundation for a career change

February 25, 2022
Kevin Whitley at work

Story 19 – Kevin Whitley

February 4, 2022
Allie Rumpel, Wisconsin

Allie Rumpel is an “awesome” Wisconsin worker

September 24, 2021
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Craftsman’s work on display in Minnesota Kitchens

June 30, 2021
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Duluth’s Minnesota Employment Center team helps Bill Kelch reach employment goals

June 30, 2021
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New town, new career field gives Ray hope for the future

February 22, 2021
LarryDID

Following pandemic, Larry regroups and lands ‘dream job’

February 22, 2021
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Following brain injury, Robert rebuilds life; valued County Market employee

February 22, 2021
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Kevin and Robert proud of front line work in Chisago City

February 22, 2021
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On the front lines at Cub, Fred provides great customer service

February 22, 2021
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Laura works on the front lines at Walmart

February 22, 2021
JacobMedart

Jacob’s co-workers appreciate his attention to detail, solid work ethic

November 23, 2020
JohnBradley

John meets the huge challenges of starting a new life over in Minnesota

November 23, 2020
MichaelSackRoll

Michael worked to help people know how to vote, make their voices heard

November 18, 2020
Kristicow

21 Roots Farm provides nurturing, transforming environment for Kristi

November 2, 2020
MeyerBelkin

Meyer’s long journey to recovery leads him to serve others who are struggling with addictions in many ways

August 11, 2020
BurgerKing

Amira’s first job sets her on a great career path with Burger King

August 6, 2020
Jeanean

Jeanean has interesting career as an American Red Cross phlebotomist

July 8, 2020
KimHerman

Kim benefits from IPS team’s collaboration

May 1, 2020
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Heather has featured painting in Courage Kenny’s annual art sale

April 30, 2020
StevenEull

Steven Eull donates savings from three jobs to help fight COVID-19

April 14, 2020
CummingsAmanda

Amanda uses her experiences to help others struggling with mental health issues

April 14, 2020
MikeSteffen

Mike Steffen enjoys camaraderie working at TWO great jobs!

March 26, 2020
Larry

Larry never gives up and uses his life experiences to inspire, support and help others in similar situations

February 25, 2020
Andy

Andy enjoys working independently, but part of a team at Design Ready Controls

February 25, 2020
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Commissioners declare ‘Joel Loer Day’ in Washington County

February 25, 2020
Victor

Victor’s job is ‘just the breath of fresh air’ he needed

February 25, 2020
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Allison makes a career change to work with kids

February 25, 2020
Deb working on packaging

Deb Struckman proud of good, long career at Rise

February 25, 2020
Steve

Great job as a retail helper at Kwik Trip helps increase Steve’s self-confidence, gives him a sense of purpose

February 25, 2020
MarkBrown

Mark Brown personifies ‘more doing’ at Home Depot

February 5, 2020
cliff

With support from Rise and HCMHC, Cliff finds a great job at Aspen Waste Systems that suits his personality perfectly

December 4, 2019
Ronnie

Ronnie is known for doing quality work at New Plastics Plus

December 4, 2019
Liz

Liz finds working at FedEx Ship Center helps make her feel more productive and builds her self-esteem

December 4, 2019
Dan

Bringing energy and enthusiam to his work, Dan Beauregard excels at cashiering job at Cub Foods

December 4, 2019
Mario

Mario serves up a slice of Italy at Fat Lorenzo’s

December 4, 2019
Sue

Online holiday shopping keeps Jason especially busy at Amazon distribution center — just the way he likes it!

December 4, 2019
Dan

Adult Day Program supports Dan in building new skills after brain injury incurred at work changes his life forever

December 4, 2019
MarkBrown

Mark Brown personifies ‘more doing’ at Home Depot

August 20, 2019
Tracy

Recognize and advocate for more support for staff

August 20, 2019
Eddie

Eddie has no plans to retire any time soon

August 20, 2019
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Through her exquisite art, Dorinda expresses the seasons of her life

August 20, 2019
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Doris drives her career forward with Enterprise

August 20, 2019
Linda

Linda’s enjoying work ‘to the max’ at Stillwater TJ Maxx

August 20, 2019
Michelle

Hard at work, Michelle is as happy as a kid in a candy store

August 20, 2019