Alyssa's Success Story | Goodwill Chattanooga

Alyssa Mingola was referred to Goodwill through Vocational Rehabilitation with the hope of gaining the skills needed to secure her first job. In Vocational Adjustment Training, Alyssa took part in the FUNdamentals of Work classes and completed 400 training hours. Throughout this experience, she gained confidence and truly blossomed in her personal and professional growth, with a focus on retail services. After completing the program, Alyssa began working as a Sales Associate at the Hixson Goodwill Store. She shared her enjoyment of being part of a team, saying, "I love that I get along with everyone and we can work together as a team."
Store Manager Amanda Stewart commended Alyssa for being a "fast learner, hard worker, and a team player," emphasizing that she "embodies the Goodwill mission by going above and beyond to get the job done."
We are thankful for her commitment to helping people transform potential into opportunity!

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Cyndi

July 6, 2026

As Safety and Loss Prevention Manager for Goodwill Industries of the Greater Chattanooga Area, Cyndi’s commitment goes far beyond policies and procedures. For her, safety is personal. “At Goodwill, our first Core Value is 'People,'” said Cyndi. “Our goal each day is to put people first, and safety is a big part of that.” Cyndi has been part of the Goodwill Chattanooga team for three years and the Goodwill network for eight years. A lifelong learner, Cyndi continues to invest in her growth in order to better serve others. Recently, she obtained multiple Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) certifications, including: Certified Safety Manager in Healthcare (CSMH) CSHO Safety & Health Specialist Occupational Safety and Health Supervisor Program OSH Train-the-Trainer Program Safety Committee Member Safety Committee Chair Occupational Safety and Health Professional Program OSHA 30 Congratulations, Cyndi, on these achievements and for inspiring us all to remember that safety is no accident.