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1212, 2024

OWL Names William Bacon Interim CEO

December 12th, 2024|Articles|

LEXINGTON, KY (December 12, 2024) – The Opportunity for Work & Learning (OWL) Board of Directors has appointed William Bacon as interim Chief Executive Officer, effective December 12, 2024. Bacon will lead the organization as OWL searches for a successor to former CEO Tony Higgins, who recently stepped down after 22 years of dedicated service. "The board has great confidence in William and the rest of the OWL team," said Nancy Brown, Chair of the OWL Board of [...]

1012, 2024

Lloyd Built His Fresh Start At LMC

December 10th, 2024|Articles|

"It’s a rough story, but it’s mine,” Lloyd says with a smile. Today, Lloyd’s life looks very different than it did just two years ago. Lloyd came from a challenging environment, surrounded by unstable family members, limited opportunities, and drug use. The journey to stability wasn’t easy— he encountered setbacks and situations that threatened his progress. Yet, through determination, Lloyd built his fresh start. Starting work at LMC two years ago was a pivotal moment. Here, he found [...]

1012, 2024

Lorraine’s Vocational Evaluations Have Helped Over 900 People Uncover Their Potential

December 10th, 2024|Articles|

Originally joining the team as an intern in 2006, Lorraine has served in her current role as OWL’s dedicated Vocational Evaluator since 2012. Over the years, Lorraine has helped over 900 people uncover their potential! Helping people find a career path is the goal, but Lorraine’s true impact often lies in giving them the confidence to walk it. When someone is referred to OWL by the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR), they’re often at a crossroads, unsure about [...]

611, 2024

Hoots & Hops: Happy Hour benefiting OWL

November 6th, 2024|Articles|

Join us for a happy hour and brewery tour in support of our mission! HOOTS & HOPS HAPPY HOUR MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2024 5:00 - 7:00 P.M. BLUE STALLION BREWING CO. 610 W 3RD ST LEXINGTON, KY 40508 Stop by to tour the brewery, meet our team, and learn how we’re building a more inclusive workforce in Lexington. Can’t make it for happy hour? Your drink purchases support us all day long! Cheers to workforce inclusivity! 🍻 [...]

1710, 2024

OWL Announces New Board Chair, Nancy Brown, and New Board Members

October 17th, 2024|Articles|

OWL ANNOUNCES NEW BOARD CHAIR, NANCY BROWN, AND NEW BOARD MEMBERS LEXINGTON (October 17, 2024) – Opportunity for Work & Learning is pleased to announce the appointment of Nancy Brown as Chair of the OWL Board of Directors. Nancy receives the reins from Karen Hawkins who has served on the board since 2022. OWL also welcomes two new board members: Gordon Garrett and August "Gus" Johannsen. Nancy Brown currently works at the Kentucky Science and [...]

1610, 2024

OWL President & CEO Tony Higgins Announces Departure

October 16th, 2024|Articles|

LEXINGTON (OCTOBER 16, 2024) – Opportunity for Work & Learning (OWL) President & CEO Tony Higgins has announced plans to step down before the end of 2024, following 22 transformative years with the organization. “Tony has spent nearly his entire professional career serving OWL. He has been a staple in the organization and will be missed. His tenure has been meaningful in many ways including the relocation of Lexington Manufacturing Center (LMC) to the burgeoning Turner Commons area, improvements [...]

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