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E06: Workforce Solutions from the Border: El Paso’s Workforce Innovation Playbook
In this episode, NAWB President and CEO, Brad Turner-Little, is joined by Leila Melendez, CEO of Workforce Solutions Borderplex, in El Paso, Texas. Leila shares her organization’s innovative approach to adapting national workforce mandates to meet local needs in the diverse Borderplex region. She discusses creative initiatives like NextForce, HerForce, and CareForce, which are designed […]
The National Association of Workforce Boards Announces Incoming Board of Directors
Consisting of 24 workforce industry leaders who will guide NAWB through the coming year, this announcement was made today during NAWB’s Annual Member Meeting. NAWB President and CEO, Brad Turner-Little said, “Having leaders from local, state, and national perspectives guiding our work here at NAWB is essential for our success in supporting local and state […]
NAWB Board Chair Submits Testimony to House Small Business Committee Subcommittee on Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Workforce Development
Official Testimony My name is Lisanne McNew, and I am the owner and CEO of SAFE Engineering in Monument, Colorado. Additionally, I serve as the Board Chair of the National Association of Workforce Boards (NAWB), Immediate Past Chair of the Colorado Workforce Development Council, and Past Board Chair of the Pikes Peak Workforce Development Board […]
Bi-Partisan House Resolution Supporting September 2024 as “National Workforce Development Month” Introduced
A bipartisan group of House members introduced House Resolution 1453 Reps. Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR), Brett Guthrie (R-KY), Glenn (GT) Thompson (R-PA), and Lucy McBath (D-GA), introduced the resolution which recognizes the vital role of workforce development in supporting jobseekers, businesses, and local economies. The resolution designates September 2024 as National Workforce Development Month. Brad Turner-Little, […]
Workforce Development Month 2024: EmployIndy’s Site Visit Success
Celebrating Workforce Development Month and EmployIndy’s Advocacy Efforts Every September, we celebrate Workforce Development Month to recognize, honor, and publicize the contributions of our nation’s workforce development professionals. Throughout the year, we’ve received countless messages, writeups, and articles about your work and the success of your organizations. We are proud to share these as a […]
A Status Update on Federal WIOA Legislation
A Status Report on Federal Workforce Funding and Reauthorization As Congress enters its District/State Work Period, where members typically meet with constituents and visit key sites in their communities, the National Association of Workforce Boards (NAWB) is pleased to provide a summary of the current status of various legislative proposals related to the Workforce Innovation […]
E05: Entrepreneurial Approaches for Workforce Boards: Strategies from South Central PA Works
In this episode, CEO of South Central PA Works, Jesse McCree, joins us for an illuminating discussion on workforce development innovation. Leading an influential board that spans eight counties in central PA, Jesse offers insights from his nearly eight-year tenure. The conversation delves into South Central PA Works’ pioneering strategies, including fair chance hiring initiatives […]
Local WIOA Constituency Group Reauthorization Letter
NAWB partnered with US Conference of Mayors, National League of Cities, National Association of Counties, and US Workforce Associations on this letter to Senate HELP Committee Chairman Bernie Sanders and Ranking Member Cassidy on current WIOA reauthorization proposals. August 12, 2024 TO: The Honorable Bernie Sanders Chairman, U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and […]