Connecting Talent &
Opportunity

Coast Forward simplifies access to workforce development programs to reduce hiring costs for employers and open doors for job seekers.

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Employers

Cut hiring costs and save time.

We inform you about workforce programs, handle the paperwork, collaborate with workforce development boards, and keep your benefits on track, so you can focus on running your business.

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Job Seekers

Find your next opportunity.

Coast Forward partners with employers who are ready to train and invest in new talent. We help you access job openings, apprenticeships, & pathways that lead to long-term success.

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Partners

It is all about collaboration.

Colleges, nonprofits, and workforce boards create meaningful connections that support employers and job seekers. Our network ensures resources are available for those who need them.

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Mission Statement

Coast Forward consults with employers and job seekers to develop strategic ways to access workforce programs and benefits that reduce hiring costs, save time, and cut effort. We respond to your needs to provide innovative solutions and reliable results.

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Workforce Programs

Workforce benefits including the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC), On-the-Job Training (OJT), and Apprenticeships provide hiring incentives, tax credits, and wage reimbursements to reduce costs for employers, in addition to creating training, paid work experience, and long-term career opportunities for job seekers.

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  • WIOA Internship Stipends Can Make A Difference

    In some WIOA internship programs, young adults (ages 18–24) can earn at least the California minimum wage for up to 160 hours of paid experience at no cost to the employer. (wdacs.lacounty.gov)

  • Apprenticeships Lead to a Lifetime of Positive Economic Outcomes

    Apprentices earn $300K+ more over a lifetime than non-apprentices, and businesses often see a 44% increase in their return on investment (ROI) per apprenticeship (apprenticeship.gov).

  • OJT is a Win for Employers and Workers

    On the Job Training (OJT) reimbursement can be up to 75%, in special cases like small businesses or trainees with barriers to employment, creating a benefit for both business and staffing (U.S. Department of Labor).

  • The Power of Apprenticeships

    After completing a registered apprenticeship, the average starting salary is around $80,000 and 90% of participants are retained into full time employment (Apprenticeship.gov) .

  • Big Tax Savings with WOTC

    Workforce Opportunity Tax Credits (WOTC) can save employers between $2,400 and $9,600 per qualified hire, depending on target group and hours worked (Washington Employment Security Department).

Services

Coast Forward connects employers and job seekers to workforce development programs, turning complex rules into clear next steps. We are not a workforce board, and we do not determine eligibility or provide funding, instead we act as an agent and liaison with workforce boards on your behalf to navigate options, submit forms, and coordinate timelines. Our services include needs assessments, program matching, paperwork support, and hiring coordination, all focused on reducing barriers and creating real placements.

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About

More than fifteen years of experience in workforce development, career readiness, higher education, and business consulting assisting organizations and individuals navigate complex hiring and training systems. Extensive background as both a hiring manager and a job seeker has shaped the approach to this work, combining practical insight with proven strategies. Focused on building partnerships, improving access to programs, and creating opportunities that reduce barriers and support long-term success.

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Getting Started

Let’s have a conversation about how Coast Forward can address your workforce and employment needs. The process is as follows:

1. Book a FREE 1 One Hour Consultation (Zoom, Phone, or In-Person)

2. Share your employment/career needs and goals

3. Determine your interest in pursuing Workforce Programs

4. You approve a simple plan and timeline

5. We collaborate with the workforce board and complete all the processes

6. We handle forms, agreements, and postings

7. You interview and choose candidates

8. We can assist with onboarding, track progress, and reporting

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Frequently Asked Questions

For more detailed information about Coast Forward, please feel free to review our FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS.

News From The Blog

This section highlights the Coast Forward Blog, blending my own journey navigating workforce opportunities with insights on programs, hiring, and careers. Explore articles, updates, and resources created to support employers and job seekers alike.

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Betting on Myself

Choosing a new path. I decided to launch Coast Forward during a time of uncertainty, proving that growth and opportunity are possible when we invest in ourselves and others.

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Change in Direction

Resilience through change. Transparent, honest, and determined, I share my journey through uncertainty. Coast Forward empowers employers and job seekers to grow, and succeed.

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Humble Pie

An unfiltered account of unemployment, humility, and the courage to seek support, written to stand with others facing the fear, resilience, and renewal that come with sudden career loss.

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Picking Up the Pieces

A raw and honest reflection on job loss, resilience, and the search for new opportunities, shared to support others navigating the uncertainty and growth of career transitions.