North Central Wisconsin Workforce Development Board

The North Central Wisconsin Workforce Development Board (NCWWDB) is a non-profit organization based in Stevens Point, Wisconsin. It employs 15 people and generates $2.5 million in annual revenue. The organization was established under the Federal Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA) to manage and deliver customized job training programs and workforce development initiatives. NCWWDB focuses on connecting local employers, educators, and community organizations to align workforce resources effectively. They work to identify and direct resources towards skilling, reskilling, and building a pipeline of workers to meet regional demands. Additionally, the organization identifies and shares regional labor market data and trends to inform the development of a skilled labor pool. NCWWDB is one of eleven workforce development boards in Wisconsin and serves nine counties: Adams, Forest, Langlade, Lincoln, Oneida, Marathon, Portage, Vilas, and Wood. The board is comprised of representatives from the private sector, education, labor, and community-based organizations. For more information about NCWWDB, visit their website at ncwwdb.org.