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October 1, 2026

Fair Chance NC hosts large Wake County Career Fair

Fair Chance NC hosted the Wake County Regional Career & Resource Fair on Sept 10 with nearly 300 registered candidates and 28 attending regional employers.

Fair Chance NC hosted what was to become one of the largest regional career fairs of the Fall Season on Sept 10, 2026, at Wake Tech South. The catered event featured 28 major corporate employers and a speaker panel supporting the return of our at-risk populations in NC to the workforce. This sector comprises 41% of our entire population. Wake County Sheriff Rowe was a special guest at the event.

Sheriff Rowe (left) with Katharine McIntyre, Executive DIrector
Sheriff Rowe (left) with Katharine McIntyre, Executive DIrector
A busy scene at the Noon-3pm Career Event
A busy scene at the Noon-3pm Career Event
Event Metrics -- nearly 300 registered candidates
Event Metrics -- nearly 300 registered candidates
Another view of the event floor.
Another view of the event floor.