Why Employers Choose CFEC

CFEC - Celebrating 32 Years of Impact

32 YEARS OF RESULTS

482,280

Job Seekers Supported

178,194

Jobs Filled

39,505

Employers Engaged

Why Employers Choose CFEC

More Connections. More Opportunities. Stronger Workforces.


For more than 32 years, Central Florida Employment Connections (CFEC) has helped employers connect with talent through multiple workforce recruitment resources.

Whether you are looking to fill an immediate opening, build your candidate pipeline, or increase your company's visibility among job seekers, CFEC offers several ways to connect with potential employees.


Connecting Employers with Talent | Workforce Development & Economic Growth


1. Job Fairs & Hiring Events

  Meet candidates face-to-face, conduct preliminary interviews, and connect with potential employees.


2. Employer Partner Job Board (E-Campaigns and Virtual Options are available)

  Share your current openings with job seekers visiting CFEC.org.


3. Candidate Referrals

  Connect with potential candidates through CFEC's Career Coaching and Employment Specialist team. A regional reach.


4. Career Coaching & Employment Connections

  Reach job seekers actively working with CFEC career coaches who are preparing for employment and exploring opportunities.



Where CFEC Fits in the Top 8 Candidate Sourcing (in bold)


Recruitment Channel - Role in Recruiting


  1. LinkedIn - Professional networking and direct candidate sourcing
  2. Employee Referrals - Candidates recommended by existing employees
  3. Online Job Boards - Candidates actively searching and applying
  4. Company Career Websites - Direct applicants
  5. Job Fairs & Career Fairs - Face-to-face candidate sourcing and employer connections
  6. Professional Networking Events - Relationship-based recruiting
  7. Staffing/Recruitment Agencies - External candidate sourcing
  8. Workforce Development/ Recruitment Partners - Candidates recommended and referrals by Employment Specialist

Sources: iHire, The State of Online Recruiting 2025; SHRM, Talent Access Report; GMAC, Corporate Recruiters Survey 2026. Statistics reflect individual survey findings and may vary by industry and employer size.


A Workforce Partnership That Makes a Difference

CFEC brings employers, job seekers, and community partners together to strengthen Central Florida's workforce.