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Posted on April 29, 2025
Trending at the 3rd Annual Inclusive Fashion Show held April 11th at The Jemicy School in Owings Mills, MD were soft fabrics with a “loungewear-esq” vibe, according to Tina Chan Sweenie, Associate Director of Development at Penn-Mar Human Services and one of the program’s organizers….
Posted on February 18, 2022
Once you’re grown up, you’re expected to work to make money so you can provide for yourself and your family. This allows you to do things like buy a house, pay your bills, travel, and save for anything else you want. However, the type of…
Posted on February 18, 2022
When it comes to jobs and careers, the majority of people are most worried about the wages they will earn for the work they perform. Whether that comes in the form of an hourly rate, a one-time contract with a lump sum, or a salary,…
Posted on February 6, 2022
On November 18th, 2021, Dave Peak donned his Giant uniform for the last time. His final shift at the supermarket in Westminster, Maryland, was bittersweet for the 46-year-old Carroll County native. On one hand he was excited to be retiring after 25 years, and on…
Posted on February 1, 2022
The Penn-Mar HEART Award program recognizes team members whose passion and performance leave the mark of their own legacy through exceptional demonstrations of Honesty, Excellence, Advocacy, Respect, and Teamwork.
Posted on January 26, 2022
Since resumes are often the first thing an employer sees from you, it’s paramount that your resume is organized, accurate, and comprehensive. Submitting a resume that is improperly formatted, contains spelling and grammatical errors, leaves large gaps in your history, or uses falsified information is a sure way to get your resume thrown out of consideration immediately.
So, whether you already have a draft or not, consider spending some time making sure your resume is in top shape and ready to be sent out. In this article, we’ll explain how to build a resume that will stand out and get you noticed.
Posted on January 26, 2022
As the world continues to navigate the pandemic, some things are beginning to return to normal. That includes the process of getting a job. Virtual interviews have been the primary interview method for the last year, but as more and more businesses reopen their doors, the interview process is starting to move back to in-person as well. So now’s the perfect time for an interview refresher to make sure you’re ready for a face-to-face discussion. In this article, we’ll cover some of the top tips to help you ace your next interview.
Posted on January 11, 2022
Each month, we’re highlighting a “behind-the-scenes” team member whose work supports our mission, but whose face you might not often see on our social media pages. We’re excited to help you get to know our innovative team and the complex work we do. So, tune…
Posted on January 11, 2022
This article originally appeared in the 12/31/21 issue of the Baltimore Business Journal* By Gregory T. Miller, President and Chief Executive Officer, Penn-Mar Human Services | Chief Executive Officer, Penn-Mar Foundation  It’s hard to go anywhere these days without seeing the ubiquitous “Help Wanted” signs…
Posted on December 28, 2021
Appointment Of Women To Key Leadership Positions Showcases Commitment to Diversity Baltimore, MD – Penn-Mar Human Services, the region’s leading provider of services for individuals with developmental disabilities (IDD), is proud to welcome three new board members to the Penn-Mar Foundation, the arm of Penn-Mar Human Services that secures the financial resources needed to…
Posted on December 28, 2021
Written by Hank Snow, Owner, Hunt Country Construction – Whitehall, MD I have been in the construction business for 37 years, building and remodeling homes and doing repairs. Yet in all that time, I have only received one handwritten “thank you” note for my work. It came…