Member PortalWhat is Professional Development?
One of NAWB’s main goals is to provide the field of workforce development boards with knowledge and training through learning opportunities, in addition to creating a community-based platform for WDBs. NAWB is bringing subject matter experts to our members through our regularly-scheduled Town Halls and webinars to keep the field updated on the latest information and technical assistance. We will also be providing spaces for peer-to-peer dialogue through our live “Coffee and Conversations” and helping our members share and gain insight on what issues being faced across the country and the innovative solutions being implemented to solve them.
This page will be updated frequently as new opportunities become available so make sure to check back weekly.
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Town Halls
As the nation has adapted to a new era of communication and learning, many workforce boards continue to seek clarity, look for best practices, and prepare for a wide range of issues on the horizon. These Town Hall sessions begin to explore what are regulatory questions, what we need legislation from, and other issues facing Workforce Boards across the country. Do not miss out on this opportunity to hear from subject matter experts, peers, and NAWB.
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Webinars
NAWB webinars are another educational platform designed to offer detailed analysis on specialized, unique topics. They are usually focused on distinct content areas and can be either a series or stand-alone sessions. Due to their size, webinars are more on the interactive side (when they are live) and meant to focus on technical assistance and learning, rather than the informative overview as seen with the Town Halls. Presenters are subject matter experts from the workforce development board community, NAWB Business Alliance members, and other stakeholders or partnering organizations. Keep an eye out for these to be continuously added to the Professional Development webpage and also in the monthly NAWB Digest.
Coffee and Coversations
Originating at NAWB’s all-virtual The Forum 2020, Coffee and Conversations sessions consist of peer-to-peer discussions of best practices in an informal setting. The topics will change, but the general idea is to discuss a problem or concept and hear what your colleagues are doing to address this across the country while adding your own experiences to the dialogue. At The Forum, the participants discussed the topic of the best re-opening strategies and which of these were effective versus those that weren’t. These are for NAWB members only and will not be recorded.
NAWB Executive Boot Camp
In collaboration with the California Workforce Association (CWA), the National Association of Workforce Boards (NAWB) proudly presents the 2024 Executive Boot Camp. This program is designed for professionals in the workforce development sector and offers a rich blend of personal, organizational, and leadership development, coupled with insights into the broader workforce ecosystem.
The 2024 Executive Boot Camp is not just about acquiring skills; it is an opportunity to join a network of professionals dedicated to making meaningful and significant changes in workforce development.
Executive Bootcamp Details
- Program Fee: $2,150 per participant (Members get a discount!)
- Duration: March 2024 – January 2025
- Format: A combination of in-person and virtual sessions structured around four core training modules, supplemented by a practical Workforce Board Simulation.
Training Modules
- Personal Development and Leadership: This module will focus on enhancing individual leadership qualities, understanding workforce development trends, and mastering change management.
- Organizational Leadership: Participants will gain insight into effective workforce board management, including fiscal and grant management, data analytics, and team building.
- Systemic Leadership: Participants will explore strategic partnerships, gain insight into managing political dynamics, and discover new ways to integrate diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) into their leadership practices.
- Workforce Board Simulation session: Offers practical application and hands-on experience in real-world workforce development scenarios.
- Capstone Project: A significant component of the program, participants will develop their own project to present to the NAWB Board of Directors and staff.
Key Benefits
- Develop leadership skills tailored to the unique challenges of workforce development.
- Engage in a mixture of interactive workshops, strategic discussions, and practical simulations with other workforce development leaders.
- Make invaluable connections with industry leaders and peers.
Skills And Competencies
