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Head Start / Early Head Start FAQs The Private Industry Council discusses frequently asked questions for Head Start and Early Head Start students. Private Industry Council operates the Head Start / Early Head Start program for Beaver and Fayette Counties in the...
HEMPFIELD TWP. – The Private Industry Council of Westmoreland/Fayette Inc., a nonprofit organization that operates employment, education and training programs, recently welcomed Nancy Austin as the vice president of business relations. Austin was previously director of home and community services at accessAbilities Inc. in Murrysville. She brings 32 years of experience to PIC.
“We are excited to have Nancy as part of our executive team,” said PIC CEO and president Shujuane L. Martin. “She not only brings experience but also compassion for the work that we deliver to our communities.”
As the VP of business relations, Austin will oversee internal and external relations with staff, customers and businesses across all service areas. It is her goal to ensure that PIC continues to maintain and build effective working relationships with all stakeholders and to identify and develop business opportunities that will continue to maximize the benefits to the customers of the Private Industry Council.
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