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Despite what the headlines tell us, there is a growing sense of frustration in today's job market. Job seekers are frustrated because they can't seem to land
Earlier this month, our team and members of our workforce partner network were welcomed to tour the UPS hub in Walton, Kentucky as a part of our
As a remedy to employment barriers due to prior criminal records, some Ohioans can apply to their sentencing court to request their records to be expunged or
Nearly eight years after it started, the Cincinnati Regional Chamber’s Workforce Innovation Center is changing. The center’s broad goal remains the same – help employers deal with
Last week, we had the privilege of welcoming Ohio Lieutenant Governor Jim Tressel to Cincinnati as part of the statewide WorkOhio Job Connector Tour. Across the seven
To take a reading on today’s workforce dynamics, the Cincinnati Business Courier convened a roundtable of experts on workforce development held May 11 at the Courier’s downtown
(CINCINNATI, Ohio)—Ohio Lt. Governor Jim Tressel visited the University of Cincinnati (UC) today to observe ongoing demolition work at the Crosley Tower construction site. The visit marked
The Cincinnati Regional Chamber recently held an interactive workshop focused on designing intentional, high-impact intern and co-op programs
April is recognized nationally as Second Chance Month, with local organizations across the region marking the month through events and activities focused on expanding opportunity. Our team
Each year, approximately 700 individuals return home to our community from the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation & Correction. When accounting for individuals returning from federal facilities and
The Federal Reserve’s Occupational Mobility Explorer (OME) is a data-driven tool designed to help job seekers, workforce professionals, and employers identify and visualize how overlapping skillsets can
Across the country, employers are seeking dependable workers who are motivated to succeed and eager to contribute. At the same time, many returning citizens—individuals involved in the

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JOSEPH LIGON
WorkOhio Southwest Hub Coordinator
Workforce Innovation Center
Cincinnati Regional Chamber

Joseph is our WorkOhio Southwest Regional Hub Coordinator. He oversees the intake, triage, and management of state-level job seeker referrals. Joseph coordinates closely with key partner organizations, including the Urban League and OhioMeansJobs, to ensure the seamless delivery of career coaching, training, and job placement services. Additionally, he assists with state-approved outreach and marketing efforts while actively supporting a regional network of employers and service providers throughout Greater Cincinnati and beyond.

Joseph graduated from Tuskegee University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, concentrating in Sales and Marketing.  He brings a strong blend of operations, marketing, and client service experience to the team, backed by a proven track record in project management, collaborative problem-solving, consumer research, and brand strategy.

Prior to this current role, he served as an Account Coordinator at PEP, LLC, where he managed purchase order workflows, coordinated brand approvals, and partnered with account executives and suppliers to keep projects on schedule. His background also includes valuable experience at Best Buy and as an Ad Campaign Manager Intern at TripleLift, where he collaborated with high-profile clients such as Avis, Norwegian Cruise Line, and Hershey.

A Cincinnati native, born and raised in College Hill. He is an avid movie fan who enjoys collecting figurines and die-cast cars, trying new restaurants, traveling, reading, and playing video games. He is a die-hard Bengals fan and enjoy spending quality time with his family.