Elevating the Workforce Development Discipline

The Workforce Leadership Institute was created to elevate professional and strategic leadership in workforce development, with a primary focus on enhancing state and local efforts.

Our mission is to deepen the understanding of skill development processes and support the creation of resilient workforce systems. Through research and collaboration with public and private entities, the Institute promotes the adoption of promising practices to build a skilled and adaptable workforce that meets the evolving needs of business and communities.

Board of Directors

  • Ron Painter

    FORBES FIELD ASSOCIATES

  • Charlie Terrell

    ACCENTURE

  • John Stanford

    PRISM GROUP

  • Sarah Hall

    NORTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY

  • Melanie Anderson

    ARLINGTON THRIVE

  • Sharon Sewell

    WOMEN CREATING CHANGE

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Have questions or want to learn more about how the Workforce Leadership Institute can support your workforce development initiatives? Whether you're interested in our leadership programs, collaboration opportunities, or upcoming events, we’d love to connect. Reach out to us today and let’s build a stronger, more resilient workforce together.