Impact of the H-1B Ready to Work Program

For nearly three decades, defense manufacturing firm Bright Lights USA has supplied mechanical components for the military of the United States and allied nations. Led by founding CEO Daniel Farber, Bright Lights USA has also been involved in government programs that develop the American workforce. 

Bright Lights USA recently participated in an event hosted by the H-1B Ready to Work program, which allocated funding to enable people who are chronically unemployed to gain the skills they need to obtain employment in high-demand fields. Since 2014, the Department of Labor has awarded workforce development programs more than $170 million annually in multiyear grants to meet the program’s objectives. 

From January to March 2018, nearly 20,000 people participated in a Ready to Work-funded program. The majority of these participants had been unemployed for more than six months. Approximately 40 percent had found work by the end of March.

An Introduction to the H-1B Ready to Work Grants Community

For nearly three decades, Barrington, New Jersey-based Bright Lights USA, Inc. has manufactured and distributed high quality defense spare parts. Bright Lights USA president and chief executive officer Daniel Farber represented the state of New Jersey before the United States Department of Labor as part of the H-1B Ready to Work grant program, a federal program designed to help long-term unemployed workers receive training and support to help them return to the workforce.

The online H-1B Ready to Work Grants Community, developed with the help of the Employment and Training Administration (ETA), is an invaluable online resource for grant recipients. The community has been designed to assist grantees in learning the best approaches to getting the most out of a ready to work (RTW) grant. Popular topics of conversation include how to find relevant job training and strategies for developing and moving forward with one’s career path. 

A few of the most popular resources available through the H-1B Ready to Work grants community include access to the annual RTW Grantee Webinar series and the H-1B Ready to Work Performance Reporting Handbook, which consists of quarterly program progress reports from grantees all around the country. The community also addresses common grant topics through a daily blog and a regularly updated H-1B RTW FAQ, both available at https://h1breadytowork.workforcegps.org/.

ALS Awareness Month Annually Observed in May

Bright Lights USA manufactures and sells defense components under the leadership of founding CEO and president Daniel Farber. Based in Barrington, New Jersey, Bright Lights USA also provides charitable aid to individuals with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) by supporting the ALS Association.

Kicking off ALS Awareness Month in May, the ALS Association emphasized the need to raise awareness about the disease. Calaneet Balas, the organization’s president and CEO, called for increased research funding and improved public policies that would benefit people with the condition.

One of the recent projects of the association is Project Revoice, which seeks to clone the voices of ALS patients before they lose the ability to speak. With the help of advanced technology, a digital voice clone can be produced by fully recreating the vocal essence of the patient.

Also called Lou Gehrig's disease, ALS affects the nerve cells responsible for the movement of voluntary muscles. People with the condition loses the ability to perform simple tasks like walking and talking.

The Benefits of the H1B Visa

Based in Barrington, New Jersey, Bright Lights USA is a longtime manufacturer and distributor of defense components for the United States military. Committed to making sure his company and others are able to recruit top talent worldwide, Bright Lights USA CEO Daniel Farber recently delivered an address about the benefits of the H1B Visa program at a gathering in Washington, DC.

In relation to other work visa programs, the H1B is the one most commonly selected by foreign individuals looking to gain employment in the United States. One of the major reasons it has been so popular over the years is its easier eligibility requirements as compared to other visa programs. H1B applicants need only have a bachelor’s degree and a relevant offer of employment from a company in the United States to qualify, while other visa programs require graduate-level education and only apply to managerial roles. 

The H1B is also a flexible visa that can be taken from one job to another while it is in effect. These visas are granted in three-year increments and are typically easy to extend. It’s also open to individuals from any country. With job growth in STEM fields such as computer engineering rapidly outpacing the rate of talent produced within the US, the H1B visa remains one of the most powerful tools for companies looking to maximize their potential.

What Is the H-1B Ready to Work Program?

Founded in 1990, Bright Lights USA manufactures mechanical and electro-mechanical spare parts for use in the military. Under the direction of president and CEO Daniel Farber, Bright Lights USA participates in the H1-B Ready to Work program. 

The US Department of Labor’s H-1B Ready to Work program provides funding for counseling, training, and support services to prepare long-term unemployed American workers for careers in middle- and high-skilled jobs. Financing for Ready to Work grants comes from fees paid by employers who participate in the H-1B nonimmigrant visa program, which brings foreign workers into the United States to fill roles in specialty occupations. 

The Department of Labor launched the Ready to Work program in 2014 with authorization from the American Competitiveness and Workforce Improvement Act. The program's ultimate goal is to reduce the country’s need for foreign workers by equipping long-term unemployed Americans with the skills required in industries served by H-1B visa recipients. In October 2014, the Department of Labor announced nearly $170 million in Ready to Work grants distributed to organizations in 20 US states and Puerto Rico.

New Jersey FOP Operates COP 2 COP Helpline

With a reputation for quality service in its production and distribution of military defense items, Bright Lights USA has nearly three decades of experience since its founding in New Jersey by Daniel Farber and his father. Bright Lights USA supports the local community through organizations such as the New Jersey State Fraternal Order of Police.

Nationwide, the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) has become the largest law enforcement support group since its establishment in 1915. The organization came to New Jersey in 1947. Today, the New Jersey FOP continues to provide a variety of services, including a confidential helpline for law enforcement officers across the state.

The new service, COP 2 COP, assists officers and their family members who may be dealing with various challenges. Common topics on the around-the-clock, peer-supported hotline include job-related stress and mental health issues. The helpline can also connect callers with professional resources for handling crises.

NJBIA Public Procurement Workshop Positions Small Businesses for Growth

Founded by Daniel Farber in 1990, Bright Lights USA manufactures mechanical and electromechanical components for manufacturers and governments across the world. Based in Barrington, New Jersey, Bright Lights USA supports the New Jersey Business & Industry Association (NJBIA). 

NJBIA recently held a workshop for small businesses on how to grow through government procurements. Aimed at businesses owned by women and minorities, the workshop was held at NJBIA’s Trenton headquarters and was hosted in partnership with The College of New Jersey’s Small Business Development Center. 

Over 50 attendees showed up for the workshop to learn from procurement experts about the procedures and requirements for doing business with municipal, state, and federal government agencies. They also learned about affordable services designed to simplify public procurement, where to find procurement opportunities, high-value certifications that improved procurement competitiveness, and best business practices for procurement success. The workshop reinforced NJBIA’s mission to provide value and essential information to support business growth.

National Multiple Sclerosis Society - Research and Resources

Based in Barrington, New Jersey, Bright Lights USA, Inc., is a company that manufactures spare mechanical parts for the US military. As president and CEO of Bright Lights USA, Daniel Farber has aided in establishing long-lasting professional relationships with various military organizations. Bright Lights USA is currently involved with numerous charities, one of which is the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

A nonprofit organization spanning all 50 states, the National Multiple Sclerosis Society aims ultimately to eradicate multiple sclerosis (MS) through education and cutting-edge research. MS is a chronic disease in which the body’s immune system attacks the central nervous system. Symptoms vary in severity, from blurred vision and slurred speech to paralysis and blindness. The disease’s cause, though unknown, is believed to involve a combination of genetic, environmental, immunologic, and infectious factors.

In addition to funding research and education, the National MS Society offers digital resources and support to families and individuals diagnosed with MS. Visitors to the organization’s official website can browse information regarding doctors, medications, finances, programs, and employment opportunities.

The National MS Society also holds numerous functions throughout the country, such as walks and bicycle races, to raise money for research and other purposes. To make a donation, visit NationalMSSociety.org.

Children’s Crisis Treatment Center Hosts Annual Roundup Fundraiser

Established in 1990 by chief executive officer Daniel Farber, Bright Lights USA, Inc. manufactures and distributes electromechanical components. A business based in Barrington, New Jersey, Bright Lights USA supports numerous philanthropic organizations, one of which is the Children’s Crisis Treatment Center (CCTC).

A private, nonprofit agency that focuses on behavioral health services, the CCTC works closely with children and families living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1971, the CCTC focuses on the impact that abuse, neglect, or other traumatic events have on early childhood development. The organization serves the emotional needs of these at-risk children and their families.

The CCTC hosts two annual fundraisers, with the 2016 Roundup taking place November 5 at the Loews Philadelphia Hotel. Now in its 16th year, the Roundup gives attendees the opportunity to enjoy dinner and dancing and bid in the silent auction. Each year, the CCTC partners with corporations and individuals to fund its missions and create awareness about its programs and services. Sponsorship opportunities range from $1,500 to $100,000 and include a variety of benefits. Proceeds from the Roundup go directly to the CCTC.

Team Bright Lights USA at the HAWK Fair Share Sustainment Program

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