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Press Releases
EO Companies to Expand Employer-Led Internships Among Higher Education Students
ABINGDON, Va. — Oct. 23, 2025 —EO Companies (EO) is launching new programming to strengthen employer engagement and expand high-quality paid internship opportunities for higher education students across Central and Southwest Virginia. The program, known as the Innovative Internship Program, is a state-funded initiative designed to help businesses create and launch meaningful internship programs that...
October 23, 2025
Videos
Behind the Work: Early Childhood Career Pathway Program | Ep. 5 Little Eyes Daycare
Inspire. Empower. Teach. Kelsie Barnhart found two of her most trusted teachers for her daycare using the Pathway program. Hear why she and teacher Emily Roberts...
May 01, 2024
Videos
Behind the Work: Early Childhood Career Pathway Program | Ep. 4 Audrey Kirk
Inspire. Empower. Teach. Our Workforce Recruiter, Audrey Kirk, shares why the Pathway program is so important, and how you can kickstart a new career today! If you...
April 22, 2024
Articles
Beth McConkey, EO’s VP of Marketing and Communications, sat down with Lindsey Holderfield, Director of Employer Services, to learn more about the Shared Service Alliance,...
April 05, 2024
Press Releases
For Immediate Release: The United Way of Southwest Virginia Announces Shift in Program Delivery
Abingdon, VA (February 20, 2024) - After extensive consideration and in response to the tremendous growth of programs, the United Way of Southwest Virginia (UWSWVA)...
February 20, 2024
Press Releases
Anne and Gene Worrell Foundation Commits $1.5 Million to Regional Workforce and Childcare Hub
Abingdon, VA (December 11, 2023) - United Way of Southwest Virginia (UWSWVA) is excited to announce a funding commitment of $1.5 million from the Anne...
December 12, 2023
