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Growth is more than a mindset at PPR Strategies; it’s a lived reality. Right now, we’re expanding our team, so we set out looking for
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Growth is more than a mindset at PPR Strategies; it’s a lived reality. Right now, we’re expanding our team, so we set out looking for

Here’s something that doesn’t get said often enough: your career is not just yours. Every opportunity you’ve landed, every door that opened, every moment someone

Smack in the middle of September, those relaxed days of summer punctuated by vacation plans and beach reads start to feel like they were a

In today’s competitive job market, finding the perfect candidate goes beyond attending the “right” college or university. At PPR, we value skills-based hiring, which emphasizes

By: Sophie Howard, HR Consultant, Vivo Growth Partners How great would it be if there was one magic ingredient that kept your team engaged and

Graduating college and entering the workforce is a time of mixed emotions for most people. For me, I was excited and eager to put my

In our last blog post, we talked about the value of hiring interns and how to find the most qualified interns for your organization. Today,

As we think about this year’s college graduates and look for ways to get them involved in economic development, we should also be investing in

Have you noticed the shift that’s been happening over the past few years when it comes to talent attraction? We have! Though it’s not a
PPR Strategies has been an invaluable partner in helping us navigate the workforce development initiatives with precision and impact. Their expertise, strategic approach, and commitment to our goals have resulted in meaningful connections and tangible outcomes. We highly recommend PPR Strategies to any organization looking to elevate their outreach and engagement efforts.

Mike Brown
Work-based Learning Teacher Specialist, Frederick County Public Schools
“PPR Strategies transformed our vision into a powerful online presence that truly reflects We Rise’s mission to empower youth in Baltimore City and surrounding counties with financial literacy tools and education. Thanks to their expertise, our website now serves as an engaging platform where visitors can easily connect with us, make donations, and get involved in our initiatives. This streamlined and impactful design has amplified our outreach, helping us build meaningful connections and inspire change in our community. We couldn’t be more thrilled with the results.”

Todd Scott
Executive Director, We Rise
Sandy understands this not just as a business guru, but as a thoughtful, engaged, powerful female leader.

Bondy Shay Gibson, Ed.D.
Superintendent, Jefferson County Schools
Why the Future of Economic Development Starts With Existing Businesses When most people think about economic development, they picture the confetti cannon moments: a company
New accessibility requirements take effect in 2027. We made you a guide to make the next steps easier! Let’s be honest: the phrase “federal compliance
If the lack of affordable housing in your community is keeping you up at night, you’re in good company (subtext: for once, your sleep routine
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