2019 BBNC Annual Report | Page 25

40% 20 BBNA YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PLACEMENTS INCREASE IN SHAREHOLDER HIRES SINCE FY2015 DIRECT EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT TO 124 Placed with village tribal offices, city offices, village corporations, and community stores 57% INCREASE IN PAID WAGES SINCE FY2015 Fifth consecutive year of shareholder wages growth SHAREHOLDERS Including financial support for work gear and tools, interview clothing, transportation, and testing fees 350+ CONNECTED WITH OVER 500 PEOPLE DURING VILLAGE OUTREACH VISITS Offering assistance with job searches, resume writing, training, and more Number of students in Bristol Bay who learned about money management, business ownership, and work readiness through J.A. (Junior Achievement) in Bristol Bay KRISTY PETERS, WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST New to BBNC in FY2019, Dillingham-based Workforce Development Specialist Kristy Peters focuses on providing employment resources and training to shareholders living in Bristol Bay. Over the course of the year, she traveled to seven villages, meeting with shareholders to learn about their needs and interests, and to assist with job applications, resumes, cover letters, interview skills, and more. Kristy also works to spread the word about employment opportunities with BBNC and its subsidiaries to shareholders, shareholder spouses, and descendants. “The well-being of our communities in Bristol Bay starts with each individual doing well for themselves. That’s what BBNC is here to support, and that’s who we are here to help.” SHAREHOLDER DEVELOPMENT 23