Capital Region Regional Economic Development Council

OVERVIEW

The Workforce Development Initiative (WDI) will invest $175 million through a newly created Consolidated Funding Application (CFA), targeted to workforce investments. The awarded CFA projects will support strategic regional efforts that meet businesses’ short-term workforce needs, long-term industry needs, improve regional talent pipelines, enhance the flexibility and adaptability of local workforce entities, and expand workplace learning opportunities. Focus will be on regionally significant industries in emerging fields with growing demands for jobs, including those in clean energy, life sciences, computer science, and advanced technologies. Funds will also support efforts to improve the economic security of women, young workers, and other populations that face significant barriers to career advancement.

CAPITAL REGION WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE COMMITTEE MEMBERS 

• Sean Maguire
  • VP for Workforce Development & Community Education, Schenectady County Community College
• Dr. Gladys I. Cruz
  • District Superintendent, Rensselaer-Columbia-Greene Counties and BOCES
• Robert C. Wildermuth III
  • Director, Capital Region WIB
• Sonya Del Peral
  • Economic Development Representative, Nine Pin Ciderworks (Manager)
• Abbe Kovacik
  • Executive Director, Capital District Child Care Council
• Kristine Duffy
  • President, Adirondack Community College
• Anita Murphy
  • District Superintendent, Albany-Schoharie-Schenectady-Saratoga Counties and BOCES 

Project plans and applications are now being accepted. Find out more: