The Mountain Area Workforce Board (WDB) is a partnership of private business executives and the the leading workforce development organizations in Buncombe, Henderson, Madison and Transylvania counties of western North Carolina. The purpose of the WDB is to provide policy, planning, oversight and funding for local workforce development programs and address workforce issues as they emerge within the region.
In addition to the private sector business representatives, the Workforce Board membership includes executives and managers from:
- Community Colleges
- NCWorks Career Centers
- Economic Development / Chambers of Commerce
- Public School Systems
- Vocational Rehabilitation
- Social Services
- Community Based Organizations
- Organized Labor
The goal is to engage effective local leadership to administer programs and incentives to create successful businesses and citizens.
MOUNTAIN AREA WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD SUPPORTS
Industries in need of workers with training, skills and dedication to produce products and services.
Adults who are seeking meaningful careers and dislocated workers aiming to regain employment.
Today’s rising workforce who are focused on getting the right start in life.
News / Events
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Nov Fri 2024
WNC Mountain Strong Job & Resource Fair
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Jul Mon 2024
EMPLOYEE WELLNESS SUMMIT
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Jul Tue 2024
NCWorks Spotlight and Small Business Tours
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