Young adults from around the Region who want to learn some job skills and earn an income have an opportunity through the SummerWorks program.
Workforce champion
Linda Woloshansky led significant growth at the Center of Workforce Innovations in Valparaiso for two decades. She plans travel and culinary pursuits in retirement.
Lake Area United Way president named new leader for Center of Workforce Innovations
Lisa Daugherty will be the new president and CEO for the Valparaiso-based Center of Workforce Innovations.
NWI BizHub new online resource for Region entrepreneurs seeking business advice
Business owners seeking guidance or people interested in starting their own company but need help, now have a one-stop online resource to find answers.
Hammond Area Career Center’s new precision machining academy a certified Indiana State Earn and Learn site
The Hammond Area Career Center’s new precision machining academy now is a certified Indiana State Earn and Learn site.
Center of Workforce Innovations President Linda Woloshansky retiring in early 2021
Linda Woloshansky, founding president of the Valparaiso-based Center of Workforce Innovations, is retiring from the post.
Region’s collaborative efforts to draw, develop talent earns state designation
When it comes to bringing together different groups to support a goal of attracting, developing, and retaining a workforce, state leaders believe Northwest Indiana knows how to get it done.
Viewpoint: We salute workers on Labor Day
On June 28, 1894, President Grover Cleveland signed a law establishing the first Monday in September of each year as a national holiday—Labor Day. A day to celebrate the American worker.
Workforce training program funding extended through Dec. 30
Some job training programs whose funding was set to expire in June now will continue through year’s end.
Partners in hiring
Employers are collaborating with educational institutions, governmental and nonprofit entities to ensure they can find skilled and reliable workers.