The semiconductor industry continues to drive global innovation, powering advancements in AI, telecommunications, automotive technologies, and beyond. As we navigate 2025 and beyond, the market remains poised for significant growth, projected to exceed $1 trillion in revenue by the end of the decade. Despite geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainties, technological advancements and expanding applications underpin…
In a recent interview with WKBW, our own Shannon Callahan, Regional Business Development Manager at Acara Solutions, shared encouraging news about Western New York’s job market recovery. After hitting what many consider a low point in 2024, employment opportunities are trending upward in 2025. “It is getting better,” Shannon noted in the interview. “If you…
In today’s digital age, job seekers face an increasing challenge: distinguishing between genuine job opportunities and scams. Fake job postings are becoming more sophisticated, making it crucial for job seekers to be vigilant and informed. The Rising Threat of Job Scams California Attorney General Rob Bonta recently issued a warning about the alarming increase in…
The global semiconductor industry is undergoing a transformative phase, driven by rising demand fueled by digitization, electrification, and generative AI (GenAI). Achieving equilibrium between supply and demand by 2030 presents both opportunities and significant challenges for stakeholders. Demand Growth and AI’s Impact Market Projections: Semiconductor demand is expected to reach $1 trillion by 2030, growing…
Recruiting isn’t what it used to be. The days of going door to door with a resumé in hand, tacking flyers onto a coffee shop billboard, and classified ads are gone. They’ve been replaced with something entirely new, driven by advancements in AI and evolving job seeker behavior. Data tells us job applications have surged…
The evolution of acquiring and keeping top talent has begun, and the competition is focused on snagging the best hires from the talent pool. The landscape of human resources is rapidly changing, and 2025 is gearing towards even more consequential changes. From AI in recruitment to enhancing methods in employee retention, the future of HR…
The semiconductor industry is experiencing unprecedented growth and facing complex challenges, as highlighted by former U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross at SEMI’s Industry Strategy Symposium 2025 in Half Moon Bay, California. Record-Breaking Growth The global semiconductor market is indeed thriving, with projections even more optimistic than initially stated. According to the World Semiconductor Trade…
Driven by its commitment to innovation and excellence, Canada’s aerospace industry stands out as a global leader in 2025. Currently ranked the seventh-largest in the world, it made a sizable economic impact, contributing $29 billion to the country’s GDP with 218,000 jobs, highlighting its remarkable recovery and resilience in the face of recent global challenges. …
Earlier this month, I had the privilege of attending SEMI’s three-day Industry Strategy Symposium (ISS) in the picturesque setting of Half Moon Bay, California. Held from January 12 to 15, this annual gathering brought together leading semiconductor industry executives to analyze growth projections and pivotal business trends shaping the future. The theme for 2025, “Ready,…
The aerospace and defense (A&D) industry designs, manufactures, and services some of the world’s most complex machinery—airplanes, spacecrafts, satellites, ships, submarines, and other electronics and equipment used in military and commercial settings. The A&D industry continues to face significant challenges in meeting its growing demand for talent. As the sector expands and evolves, the need for skilled…
