Addabbo Job Fair Draws Huge Crowd and Dozens of Vendors

Joseph P. Addabbo Jr.

November 21, 2023

A long line of job seekers arrived early to explore opportunites at the fair where they were greeted by Senator Addabbo and his Deputy Chief of Staff, Sean McCabe.

A long line of job seekers arrived early to explore opportunites at the fair where they were greeted by Senator Addabbo and his Deputy Chief of Staff, Sean McCabe.

Senator Joseph P. Addabbo, Jr. is pleased to announce the resounding success of his Annual Job Fair held at Resorts World Casino on November 17, 2023. The event witnessed an overwhelming response from the community, with over 200 eager job seekers in attendance and a diverse range of more than 70 vendors participating.

The job fair aimed to connect local talent with employment opportunities and is part of Senator Addabbo’s mission to foster economic growth and create job prospects for district residents. The event featured a wide array of industries, including technology, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, finance, and many more, ensuring that attendees had access to a diverse range of career options.

"The overwhelming response to my job fair is a testament to the resilience and determination of the community,” Addabbo said.  “It was truly inspiring to witness the enthusiasm and drive of the job seekers, as well as the commitment of the vendors to provide valuable employment opportunities."

The job fair at Resorts World Casino served as a platform for job seekers to engage directly with industry professionals, submit resumes, and even participate in on-the-spot interviews. The event also facilitated networking opportunities, allowing attendees to establish valuable connections within their desired fields. Following the job fair event, Resorts World Casino and Senator Addabbo hosted a Career Fair at the site, providing resume ideas and interview seminars.

“I remain steadfast in my commitment to fostering economic growth and supporting our local workforce, Addabbo said. “I will continue to explore avenues for job creation and ensure that our residents have access to meaningful employment opportunities. The success of this job fair has reinforced my belief in the potential of our community, and we look forward to building upon this success in the future. I truly appreciate the efforts of my office team, in addition to our partners in this important event, Resorts World Casino and the Queens Chamber of Commerce."