Northeastern Workforce Development Board

Summary:

The Northeastern Workforce Development Board (NWDB) is a 19-member board appointed by the Chief Elected Officials (county commissioners) of each of the ten counties in our region. At least 51% of our board must be private sector business members. The remaining are  public sector members and represent many of our partner agencies. The private sector members are strategically chosen by county and economic sectors representative of our region.  The chairperson of the board must be a private sector member and is elected by the other board members.  View more information here and apply if you are interested in serving.

Members: 19

Term Length:

Method of Appointment:  Gates County Commissioners

Purpose/Mission:

The purpose of the NWDB is to provide policy, planning and oversight for local workforce development programs and to address workforce issues as identified by the communities that they represent. The NWDB is responsible for designing a service delivery system that meets the needs of local businesses who are trying to find qualified applicants to fill their employment openings by providing training scholarships to those individuals who are eligible and basic employment services and referrals to those who are not.

The board has five committees – Leadership, NextGen Youth, Career Center, Business Resources & Opportunities, and Finance.  Volunteers are always welcome.