Samantha Galloway
Sr. Program Director
I have been with MicroTrain as a Program Director since 2011. My background in IT Staffing and my proven track record in networking, marketing, and relationship building are just a few of the areas where I support the MicroTrain mission. The unique nature of the WIOA grant demands that an effective Program Director must meet clients where they are, and advise on some difficult but valuable career choices. The decision to make professional training and development a part of your long term career plan is not always an easy one, but we are here to help. Remember - “If you do what you have always done, you will get what you have always gotten.” -Anonymous.
Fun fact: In early 2011 I was at MicroTrain as a student and a WIOA client. This led to an interview, and my job as Program Director. But what many people don't know, this experience turned me into a life long learner. In 2014 I graduated from DePaul University wtih a Bachelors in Marketing and have also attended many MicroTrain courses since. ABL - Always Be Learning!
EMAIL: sgalloway@microtrain.net PHONE: (630) 981-0245
Raves & Praise
Christopher Fowler
MCSA
Very thorough, good mix of lecture and lab work. Al is great! Keeps classes interesting and supplements required test material with need-to-know items from real world experience.
Kaycee Ekufu
MCSA
The instructor [Al Khalfan] was very knowledgeable in the field. He presented the materials and concepts with a professional touch. He also frequently adds humor to his teachings, which made it easier for me to understand. The support staff was all nice, gentle, caring, and very helpful. The materials, rooms and amenities were excellent and exceeded expected standards.
David
A Cisco Success Story
I attended a resume writing seminar & conducted mock phone interviews with a Microtrain career counselor. These two activities gave me a leg up on distinguishing myself from all the other people looking for work. Since the career counselor's at Microtrain had a track record of getting people hired, their insight and positive past experiences helped me tremendously in getting hired with a Cisco Voice Systems Integrator in the Chicago area. I was hired as a Cisco Voice Tech Engineer with a starting salary of $65,000 / year with a Cisco voice systems reseller located in the Chicagoland area. Microtrain was very instramental in making this a reality. From expediting my WIA grant, to providing excellent hands-on training from knowledgable instructors I was able to achieve becoming certified with my CCNP. Microtrain's career services was the final catalyst in connecting me with this company by communicating with them on my behalf and with me in setting up the interview. One week later and I was hired. No joke. Thanks Microtrain!
D. Easter
PMP Certification Training, November 2008
Thanks Microtrain for conducting a great PMP course that set me on a successful path to obtain my PMP certification. I have passed the test!
Scott Wilson - Team Bradley
Employer Partner Feedback
Dawn has been a pleasure to work with. She is diligent in her efforts to give MicroTrain’s students the best opportunities to connect and network with various companies and players in the job market. The curriculums and certification programs are in line with today’s current IT needs. It’s good to see that they evolve with what employers are most seeking out there. I would recommend to any employer that hires skilled IT workers that they look into MicroTrain’s career services department as a potential source of candidates. The business of hiring can be quite costly, and Dawn and her staff provide a free service to outside companies. This value-add for MicroTrain’s students aligns with their mission in both training and job assistance to set up a win/win scenario for all involved.
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