National Association of Workforce Development Professionals (NAWDP)

Meet Della Ludwig, a committed Workforce Development Hero! Her meticulous attention to detail and consistent communication ensure that all her contacts are informed about engagement opportunities and how they can contribute and participate. Thank you for your dedication as a Workforce Development Hero, Della! www.nawdp.org Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development #WorkforceDevelopmentHero #WorkforceDevelopment #WorkforceDevMonth

Introducing Alan Galindo, a Workforce Development Hero making a positive impact! His dedication shines through in his organization of job hiring events and career fairs, including a standout event that drew up to 100 employers. Thank you for being a Workforce DevelopmentHero, Alan! www.nawdp.org CareerSource Escarosa #WorkforceDevelopmentHero #WorkforceDevelopment #WorkforceDevMonth

BIG NEWS! 🎙️ Our new podcast, Workforce on the Mic - Presented by NAWDP, is launching during Workforce Development Month! Are you ready to hear stories that CONNECT, expert insights that will ADVANCE the future of workforce, and solutions that INNOVATE? This is the podcast EVERY workforce leader, professional, and change-maker needs in their toolkit! Buckle up for dynamic conversations that will elevate careers and empower communities like never before. 🎧 Ready to amplify YOUR voice? Stay tuned. #WorkforceOnTheMic #AmplifyingVoices #WorkforceDevelopment #NAWDP #PodcastLaunch

Denneth Campbell, MBA, CWDP is the Member Spotlight for September's NAWDP Advantage Newsletter! Campbell is a Workforce Development Liaison at Cuyahoga Community College, where her duties involve designing, implementing, and managing programs and initiatives to enhance the skills, employability, and career progression of individuals. She also provides individual and group career counseling to help participants identify career goals and develop job search strategies, conducting both in-person and online professional development sessions. NAWDP members can read more about Campbell and her impact in the members-only NAWDP Advantage newsletter. www.nawdp.org

Meet Danielle Girt, a Workforce Development Hero dedicated to driving improvement and growth in her organization! Her efforts ensure Career TEAM can continue offering valuable services to her community, demonstrating her commitment to long-term success and impact. Thank you for your dedication as a Workforce Development Hero, Danielle! www.nawdp.org #WorkforceDevelopmentHero #WorkforceDevelopment #WorkforceDevMonth

Introducing Workforce Development Hero, Barbara Avery! Her dedication and expertise have a profound impact, empowering clients to take confident strides toward their next career opportunity. To see the impact Barbara is making on her community, view this video: https://ow.ly/PRlc50TePwc Thank you for being a Workforce Development Hero, Barbara! www.nawdp.org MassHire Lowell Career Center #WorkforceDevelopmentHero #WorkforceDevelopment #WorkforceDevMonth

Happy #WkDevMonth from the U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship Technical Assistance Center of Excellence for Strategic Partnerships and Systems Alignment! (https://lnkd.in/e2a64abR) We are proud to celebrate the month, originally created by our Center partner National Association of Workforce Development Professionals (NAWDP). (https://lnkd.in/g9-ek28) To kick off the month, we’d like to first highlight a valuable resource that’s a great starting point for #workforce practitioners. Developed with NAWDP, our “Workforce System Registered Apprenticeship Baseline Knowledge Report” identifies specific registered apprenticeship-related knowledge gaps in the workforce system. (https://lnkd.in/g2YkkRVe) America’s public workforce system builds the workforce that employers need in communities across the U.S. and provides job seekers with training and employment supports to move into high quality careers that provide a family-supporting wage. Our work at the Center is creating tools and providing technical assistance to help workforce system leaders and front-line staff create scalable, sustainable partnerships to accelerate Registered Apprenticeship (RA) adoption and improve alignment with our nation’s apprenticeship system. RA is the most time-tested, proven model of workforce development, and according to U.S. DOL data, provides both employers and apprentices with critical benefits. Employers earn a median ROI through apprentice productivity of 44.3 percent. This means that for every $100 an employer invests in an RA program, it generates $144.30 in total benefits. RA also provides job seekers with an average starting wage of $80,000 after program completion and an average of $300,000 more in earnings over their career than non-apprentice peers. Over the next few weeks, we'll share promising practices, resources, and tools to support state and local workforce board staff in their RA alignment work. #workforcematters #workforcedevelopment

Meet Jessica Miller, a Workforce Development Hero! Her dedication, hardworking nature, and easy-going personality make her not only a leader but also a cherished team member who brings fun and unity to the workplace. Thank you for being a Workforce Development Hero, Jessica! www.nawdp.org Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development #WorkforceDevelopmentHero #WorkforceDevelopment #WorkforceDevMonth

In rural areas, every connection counts according to Rodriquress Broadnax, PCED, CWDP. Our roundtable discussion recorded at NAWDP's Annual Conference dives into the crucial role of networking and partnerships in driving workforce development. When everyone is a potential partner, the opportunities for growth and collaboration are vital to build a stronger, more resilient community and workforce. Watch now to unlock the potential of your rural network: https://lnkd.in/g8sjg3y7 #Networking #Partnerships #CommunityBuilding #WorkforceDevelopment

Introducing Adesewa O. Adesiji, MBA, a Workforce Development Hero whose innovative approach to workforce solutions is transforming lives. By aligning resources, facilitating collaboration, and leveraging expertise in key industry sectors, she has been a driving force behind effective and impactful workforce strategies. Thank you for being a Workforce Development Hero, Adesewa! www.nawdp.org Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development #WorkforceDevelopmentHero #WorkforceDevelopment #WorkforceDevMonth