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November 13, 2025

Skills-Based Practices: Building a Talent Pipeline for the Future

Skills-based practices, also called skills-first practices, flips the script. Instead of asking “What degree do you have?” it asks, “What can you do?” It’s a simple but

November 7, 2025

Employer Tours: Jostin Construction & Brewster Pumping

On October 10, 2025, the Workforce Innovation Center and our workforce partners had the pleasure of participating in an Employer Tour hosted by Jostin Construction and Brewster

November 4, 2025

The Power of Work, The Promise of Hope: The Beacon of Hope Business Alliance

Every neighborhood has potential waiting to be unlocked. Every person has strengths that can fuel growth, dignity, and belonging. At the Beacon of Hope Business Alliance, we

October 28, 2025

“Teenternity” Leave: Time Off for Parents of Teens

Working parents realize the importance of supporting their children through the pivotal and often volatile teenage years, but many workplaces don’t offer the flexibility to step back

September 24, 2025

Building a Strong Regional Workforce: Four Workforce Investment Boards Driving Talent and Economic Growth

The Greater Cincinnati region’s economy crosses state and county lines, and so do its workforce challenges and opportunities. Four workforce investment boards (WIBs), serving Northern Kentucky, Cincinnati–Hamilton

September 23, 2025

The Ohio TechCred program is investing in the future of the Ohio workforce

In one of the greatest investments into skill development and organizational workforce in the history of our country, Ohio is leading by example with the TechCred program.

September 21, 2025

Women of Color in Tech – A Retrospective by Alena O’Donnell, Regional Project Director

At this moment in history, current news and events are riddled with tragedy and sadness so I want to break through all the “noise” and deliver stories

August 27, 2025

Cincinnati Regional Chamber’s Workforce Innovation Center Releases the Second Gen Z in the Workforce in the Cincinnati Region Report

The Cincinnati Regional Chamber’s Workforce Innovation Center has today released its second Gen Z in the Workforce in the Cincinnati Region white paper. Presented by Cincinnati State

August 13, 2025

Employer Tours: CVG

In July, the CVG Airport Authority hosted an Employer Tour at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG). During this visit, we went on a comprehensive tour of

August 8, 2025

Employer Tours: Pioneer Cladding & Glazing

On July 17, 2025 we had the pleasure of visiting Pioneer Cladding & Glazing for an Employer Tour. This visit focused on manufacturing opportunities at Pioneer’s shop

July 8, 2025

Employer Tours: altafiber

On June 23, 2025, we had the pleasure of visiting altafiber for an Employer Tour at their corporate headquarters in downtown Cincinnati. This visit focused on careers

July 3, 2025

Three Ways Employers Can Connect with Gen Z Employees

As Gen-Z employees continue to enter the workforce and exert their influence, their unique perspectives and values will shape the future of workplaces, industries, and society at

November 24, 2025

A Region of Resources

Fifth Third Leadership Symposium | Employer Tours - Get Caught Up | From the Blog - Beacon of Hope Business Alliance & Skills First Hiring | Partner

October 29, 2025

State of the Region 2025: Where We Are Now

Leadership Sprints | Employer Tours - Walsh Kokosing | Partner Spotlight - Easterseals Redwood | From the Blog - Teenternity | Workforce Innovation Center - At a

September 24, 2025

Leading Change From Where You Are

August 27, 2025

Released Today! Gen Z in the Workforce in the Cincinnati Region Part 2: STARs Track

Client Spotlight - Messer Construction | Partner Spotlight - Learning Grove | Employer Tours | Hamilton County Office of Small Business - Pitch & Empower Event Applications

August 27, 2025

Cincinnati Regional Chamber’s Workforce Innovation Center Releases the Second Gen Z in the Workforce in the Cincinnati Region Report

The Cincinnati Regional Chamber’s Workforce Innovation Center has today released its second Gen Z in the Workforce in the Cincinnati Region white paper. Presented by Cincinnati State

July 30, 2025

Skills-First Hiring: Expand Your Talent Pipeline and Strengthen Your Team

Funder Spotlight: United Way of Greater Cincinnati | Employer Tours | Leadership Sprints | Workforce Innovation Center - At a Glance

June 27, 2025

Regional Inclusive Growth Network – What We Learned

May 31, 2025

Difficult and Important Conversations

Shepherd Color Spotlight | Hamilton County Office of Addiction Response | Employer Tours | CINC Registration | Workforce Innovation Center - At a Glance

April 30, 2025

It’s Internship Time!

CityLink Center Community Conversations | Employer Tours | CINC Registration | Center for Research and Data | Workforce Innovation Center - At a Glance

March 28, 2025

Brookings Metro Monitor – Our Region’s “Report Card”

Create a Successful Intern Experience | Gen-Z Survey | Women's Fund of the Greater Cincinnati Foundation Spotlight | Employer Tours | Women of Color in Tech Update

November 13, 2025

Skills-Based Practices: Building a Talent Pipeline for the Future

Skills-based practices, also called skills-first practices, flips the script. Instead of asking “What degree do you have?” it asks, “What can you do?” It’s a simple but

November 7, 2025

Employer Tours: Jostin Construction & Brewster Pumping

On October 10, 2025, the Workforce Innovation Center and our workforce partners had the pleasure of participating in an Employer Tour hosted by Jostin Construction and Brewster

November 4, 2025

The Power of Work, The Promise of Hope: The Beacon of Hope Business Alliance

Every neighborhood has potential waiting to be unlocked. Every person has strengths that can fuel growth, dignity, and belonging. At the Beacon of Hope Business Alliance, we

October 28, 2025

“Teenternity” Leave: Time Off for Parents of Teens

Working parents realize the importance of supporting their children through the pivotal and often volatile teenage years, but many workplaces don’t offer the flexibility to step back

September 24, 2025

Building a Strong Regional Workforce: Four Workforce Investment Boards Driving Talent and Economic Growth

September 23, 2025

The Ohio TechCred program is investing in the future of the Ohio workforce

In one of the greatest investments into skill development and organizational workforce in the history of our country, Ohio is leading by example with the TechCred program.

September 21, 2025

Women of Color in Tech – A Retrospective by Alena O’Donnell, Regional Project Director

At this moment in history, current news and events are riddled with tragedy and sadness so I want to break through all the “noise” and deliver stories

August 13, 2025

Employer Tours: CVG

In July, the CVG Airport Authority hosted an Employer Tour at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG). During this visit, we went on a comprehensive tour of

August 8, 2025

Employer Tours: Pioneer Cladding & Glazing

On July 17, 2025 we had the pleasure of visiting Pioneer Cladding & Glazing for an Employer Tour. This visit focused on manufacturing opportunities at Pioneer’s shop

July 8, 2025

Employer Tours: altafiber

On June 23, 2025, we had the pleasure of visiting altafiber for an Employer Tour at their corporate headquarters in downtown Cincinnati. This visit focused on careers

July 3, 2025

Three Ways Employers Can Connect with Gen Z Employees

As Gen-Z employees continue to enter the workforce and exert their influence, their unique perspectives and values will shape the future of workplaces, industries, and society at

June 20, 2025

Employer Tours: GMi Companies

Thanks to our partnership with Advanced Manufacturing Industry Partnership (AMIP), in May, the Workforce Innovation Center hosted an Employer Tour at GMi Companies, a leading visual communication

November 13, 2025

Skills-Based Practices: Building a Talent Pipeline for the Future

Skills-based practices, also called skills-first practices, flips the script. Instead of asking “What degree do you have?” it asks, “What can you do?” It’s a simple but

November 7, 2025

Employer Tours: Jostin Construction & Brewster Pumping

On October 10, 2025, the Workforce Innovation Center and our workforce partners had the pleasure of participating in an Employer Tour hosted by Jostin Construction and Brewster

October 28, 2025

“Teenternity” Leave: Time Off for Parents of Teens

Working parents realize the importance of supporting their children through the pivotal and often volatile teenage years, but many workplaces don’t offer the flexibility to step back

September 21, 2025

Women of Color in Tech – A Retrospective by Alena O’Donnell, Regional Project Director

At this moment in history, current news and events are riddled with tragedy and sadness so I want to break through all the “noise” and deliver stories

August 13, 2025

Employer Tours: CVG

In July, the CVG Airport Authority hosted an Employer Tour at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG). During this visit, we went on a comprehensive tour of

August 8, 2025

Employer Tours: Pioneer Cladding & Glazing

On July 17, 2025 we had the pleasure of visiting Pioneer Cladding & Glazing for an Employer Tour. This visit focused on manufacturing opportunities at Pioneer’s shop

July 8, 2025

Employer Tours: altafiber

On June 23, 2025, we had the pleasure of visiting altafiber for an Employer Tour at their corporate headquarters in downtown Cincinnati. This visit focused on careers

July 3, 2025

Three Ways Employers Can Connect with Gen Z Employees

As Gen-Z employees continue to enter the workforce and exert their influence, their unique perspectives and values will shape the future of workplaces, industries, and society at

June 20, 2025

Employer Tours: GMi Companies

Thanks to our partnership with Advanced Manufacturing Industry Partnership (AMIP), in May, the Workforce Innovation Center hosted an Employer Tour at GMi Companies, a leading visual communication

June 3, 2025

Beyond Wages: A New Way to Understand Workforce Realities

In Hamilton County, a single parent with an infant would need to earn nearly $30 per hour just to meet their basic needs without public assistance. The

April 29, 2025

Are You Prepared for Your Summer Interns?

As we approach the summer season, HR professionals, career service providers, and students are all busy gearing up for internships. If your organization has yet to finalize

March 14, 2025

Employer Tours: Darana Hybrid

In February, we hosted our first employer tour of 2025 at Darana Hybrid, an electrical and mechanical contracting company in Hamilton, Ohio. This tour was brought about

November 7, 2025

Employer Tours: Jostin Construction & Brewster Pumping

On October 10, 2025, the Workforce Innovation Center and our workforce partners had the pleasure of participating in an Employer Tour hosted by Jostin Construction and Brewster

November 4, 2025

The Power of Work, The Promise of Hope: The Beacon of Hope Business Alliance

Every neighborhood has potential waiting to be unlocked. Every person has strengths that can fuel growth, dignity, and belonging. At the Beacon of Hope Business Alliance, we

September 24, 2025

Building a Strong Regional Workforce: Four Workforce Investment Boards Driving Talent and Economic Growth

September 23, 2025

The Ohio TechCred program is investing in the future of the Ohio workforce

In one of the greatest investments into skill development and organizational workforce in the history of our country, Ohio is leading by example with the TechCred program.

September 21, 2025

Women of Color in Tech – A Retrospective by Alena O’Donnell, Regional Project Director

At this moment in history, current news and events are riddled with tragedy and sadness so I want to break through all the “noise” and deliver stories

August 27, 2025

Cincinnati Regional Chamber’s Workforce Innovation Center Releases the Second Gen Z in the Workforce in the Cincinnati Region Report

The Cincinnati Regional Chamber’s Workforce Innovation Center has today released its second Gen Z in the Workforce in the Cincinnati Region white paper. Presented by Cincinnati State

August 13, 2025

Employer Tours: CVG

In July, the CVG Airport Authority hosted an Employer Tour at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG). During this visit, we went on a comprehensive tour of

August 8, 2025

Employer Tours: Pioneer Cladding & Glazing

On July 17, 2025 we had the pleasure of visiting Pioneer Cladding & Glazing for an Employer Tour. This visit focused on manufacturing opportunities at Pioneer’s shop

July 8, 2025

Employer Tours: altafiber

On June 23, 2025, we had the pleasure of visiting altafiber for an Employer Tour at their corporate headquarters in downtown Cincinnati. This visit focused on careers

June 20, 2025

Employer Tours: GMi Companies

Thanks to our partnership with Advanced Manufacturing Industry Partnership (AMIP), in May, the Workforce Innovation Center hosted an Employer Tour at GMi Companies, a leading visual communication

June 3, 2025

Beyond Wages: A New Way to Understand Workforce Realities

In Hamilton County, a single parent with an infant would need to earn nearly $30 per hour just to meet their basic needs without public assistance. The

May 27, 2025

Why Mental Health Must Be a Workplace Priority

Mental health is a critical issue that affects individuals, businesses, and communities. Our country is facing a mental health crisis and its impact on the workforce is

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Stop trying the same approaches and hoping for different results. Partner with our trusted, skilled advisors to create real change. A change that benefits both your employees and your bottom line.