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Your Workforce
& Community
Partner

Soma Employment Solutions partners with employers, institutions, and communities to build workforce systems that create real, lasting outcomes for every organization we serve.

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Who We Are

A full-spectrum
workforce partner

SES brings together expertise across workforce development, consulting, and community engagement to deliver measurable outcomes for every partner we serve. We work at the intersection of business, government, and community.

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State Certified Partner
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Office Locations
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Our Story

Built from community.
Driven by purpose.

Soma Employment Solutions was born from a simple but urgent recognition: talent is everywhere, but opportunity is not evenly distributed. We set out to change that, one partnership at a time.

"Our work is not just about filling roles. It is about building pathways where none existed before."

What began as a commitment to connecting New American professionals with employers has grown into a comprehensive workforce development and consulting firm. Today SES operates at the intersection of vocational rehabilitation, employer strategy, workforce consulting, and community partnership.

We do not believe in one-size-fits-all approaches. Every client relationship is grounded in deep listening, cultural competency, and a genuine understanding of the labor markets we serve. Accountability, efficiency, and responsiveness are not just values on a wall. They are how we operate every day.

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Abdishakur Mohamed
Founder and CEO, Soma Employment Solutions
What We Do

Full spectrum
workforce solutions

From strategy to execution, we partner at every stage of the workforce development journey.

01
Vocational Rehabilitation Services
Certified case management and vocational consulting helping individuals with disabilities access meaningful employment through tailored, professionally guided pathways.
02
Workforce Development Consulting
Strategic workforce planning, labor market analysis, and program design for organizations building long-term talent pipelines and institutional capacity.
03
Employer Consulting and Partnership
End-to-end employer advisory from workforce strategy to onboarding design, helping organizations attract and retain diverse talent with cultural intelligence built in.
04
New American Workforce Integration
Specialized expertise connecting immigrant and New American professionals to employers, bridging cultural and systemic barriers through career development and advocacy.
05
Training and Organizational Development
Custom staff training, onboarding programs, and HR compliance consulting built for today's diverse, fast-moving workplace environment.
06
Government and Institutional Programs
Partnership with state agencies, nonprofits, and public institutions to implement workforce programs that expand access to employment services across underserved communities.
Who We Serve

Partners across
the ecosystem

SES works at the intersection of business, government, and community. We do not show up as a vendor. We show up as a long-term institutional partner committed to shared success.

From private employers building equitable hiring practices to nonprofits serving underrepresented communities, our clients share one belief: workforce development done well changes organizations and communities at the same time.

Employers and Businesses
Private and public sector organizations seeking strategic workforce consulting, diverse talent integration, and measurable hiring outcomes.
Government Agencies
State and county agencies partnering with SES to administer certified vocational rehabilitation and workforce programs for eligible residents.
Nonprofits and Communities
Mission-driven organizations expanding workforce access and delivering culturally competent employment services to underserved populations.
Educational Institutions
Colleges and training providers connecting graduates and credential earners to strong career pathways through SES employer networks.
News and Insights

Latest from SES

All Updates
Emerging Prairie
Emerging Prairie
1 Million Cups Fargo: Where Are They Now? Abdishakur Mohamed with SES
Emerging Prairie catches up with Abdishakur Mohamed to see how Soma Employment Solutions has grown since his 1 Million Cups Fargo presentation.
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InForum
InForum
In Winning MoorHeart Award, Abdishakur Mohamed Honors Moorhead Business Roots
InForum covers Abdishakur Mohamed receiving the MoorHeart Award from the City of Moorhead, recognizing his contributions to the community and the business roots he has built there.
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Moorhead Schools
Moorhead Area Public Schools
Moorhead Area Public Schools Spotlight: SES in the Community
Moorhead Area Public Schools highlights the work of Soma Employment Solutions and its community-centered approach to workforce development and New American integration in the region.
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Featured Event

East African Job Fair
and Conference 2026

📅 June 30, 2026

East African Job Fair and Conference 2026

The region's premier workforce event for the East African community, bringing together employers, community leaders, and professionals for a full day of connection and opportunity.

Venue
Zawadi Center, Bloomington, MN
Date
June 30, 2026
Organized By
Soma Employment Solutions

A Platform for the Community

The East African Job Fair and Conference is more than a hiring event. It is a convening of community, a platform for employers committed to diversity, and a day of real conversations that lead to real opportunities.

Employers participate through three structured booth partnership tiers, each offering different levels of visibility and engagement throughout the event.

Gold Employer BoothGold
Silver Employer BoothSilver
Bronze Employer BoothBronze

Contact our team to explore booth availability and what each tier includes for your organization.

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Get in Touch

Let's build something
together

Whether you are an employer, institution, government agency, or community organization, we want to hear from you.

Moorhead Office
725 Center Avenue, Suite 107
Moorhead, MN 56560

(218) 422-5847
info@somaemployment.com
Bloomington Office
Bloomington, MN
Twin Cities Metro Region
Event Inquiries
For East African Job Fair 2026 booth and sponsorship inquiries, contact us at info@somaemployment.com
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