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CareerSource Capital Region has been recognized by the Florida Department of Commerce as the first-place recipient of the Veterans Performance Incentive Award, for outstanding service to veterans and eligible individuals, amongst the state’s small local workforce development boards.
Presented through Florida’s Jobs for Veterans State Grant program, the Veterans Performance Incentive Awards recognize local workforce development boards that demonstrate excellence in connecting veterans and eligible individuals with employment opportunities, individualized career services, and community resources that support meaningful employment outcomes.
“This recognition reflects CareerSource Capital Region’s unwavering commitment to ensuring veterans and eligible individuals receive the support, resources and employment services they deserve,” said Keantha B. Moore, Chief Executive Officer at CareerSource Capital Region. “Our Veterans Services team works every day to connect veterans with career opportunities, supportive services, and community resources that help them overcome barriers and achieve long-term success. We are honored that these efforts have been recognized at the state level.”
During Program Year 2025–2026, CareerSource Capital Region’s Veterans Services team demonstrated exceptional performance through targeted outreach, individualized career services, employer engagement and veteran-focused workforce initiatives.
The award nomination also highlighted CareerSource Capital Region’s extensive network of partnerships with organizations dedicated to serving veterans and their families. Collaborative efforts with the Tallahassee Veterans Legal Collaborative, Tallahassee Veterans Village, Big Bend AFTER Reentry Coalition, Kearney Center, Supportive Services for Veteran Families, Veteran Readiness and Employment and numerous community organizations have strengthened access to employment services, housing assistance, legal support, case management and other critical resources.
To learn more about veterans services provided through CareerSource Capital Region, CLICK HERE.
CareerSource Capital Region connects employers with qualified, skilled talent and Floridians with employment and career development opportunities to achieve economic prosperity in Gadsden, Jefferson, Leon and Wakulla counties. Solutions for career seekers include one-on-one career advising, interviewing and resume-writing assistance, employment workshops, and labor market information. Solutions for employers include recruitment assistance, skills assessments for applicants, customized training, and information on tax incentives. Employers and career seekers are matched through the Employ Florida system. Most solutions are provided at no cost.
This initiative was supported by the U.S. Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Agriculture as part of awards totaling $5,635,832 with 0% financed from non-governmental sources. Programs funded through CareerSource Capital Region are equal opportunity programs with auxiliary aids and services available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Persons using TTY/TTD equipment use Florida Relay Service 711. A proud partner of the American Job Center network.