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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
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Four Reasons Gen Z is Making Greater Cincinnati Home

Cincinnati is quickly becoming a prime location for Gen Z individuals seeking a balance of opportunity, affordability, and community. With its vibrant cultural scene, strong sense of
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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
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Employer Tours: Hollaender Manufacturing

In October, we launched our Employer Tours program with a visit to Hollaender Manufacturing Co.’s facility in Woodlawn. Thanks to our partnership with the Advanced Manufacturing Industry
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Employer Tours: Monti, Inc.

In October, as part of our Manufacturing Month Employer Tours, we had the pleasure of visiting Monti Inc.'s facility in partnership with the Advanced Manufacturing Industry Partnership
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Employer Tours – Metalworking Group

The Workforce Innovation Center partnered with Advanced Manufacturing Industry Partnership (AMIP) to connect our workforce providers with several employer tours during Manufacturing Month in October 2024.
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Employer Tour: UC Health-Pharmacy Tech Opportunities

In November, members of our workforce partner network participated in an employer tour and discussion about the pharmacy technician roles and growth opportunities at UC Health. The
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Cincinnati Regional Chamber’s Workforce Innovation Center Releases a Special Report on Gen Z in the Workforce in the Cincinnati Region

The report focuses on Gen Z individuals with or on the path to earning a bachelor’s degree, highlighting who they are broadly, what they expect from an
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Cincinnati Regional Chamber, Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio, and Partners Aim to Advance a More Inclusive Economy for Women of Color in Hamilton County

JPMorgan Chase has awarded the Workforce Innovation Center at the Cincinnati Regional Chamber with $500,000 to launch the Women of Color in Tech initiative to advance a
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women looking over data

How to Leverage Data to Drive Effective Talent Attraction and Retention Strategies

When organizations invest in an intentional data strategy focused on relevant employee data collection and analysis cadence they are positioned to make strategic pivots that fuel hiring,
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The women leaders of WE Lead Class 17

WE Lead: A Winning History of Leadership Development for Women

WE Lead is a leadership development program for women that focuses on the whole person and achieving both personal and professional goals.
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Leadership Center logo with colorful graphic elements around it

Leadership Center: a Hub of Leadership Activity

Serving as a hub of leadership activity, the Leadership Center offers a continuum of opportunities to meet people where they are in their career and to provide
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It’s Internship Time!

Gen-Z Survey | Employer Tours | GreenLight Fund Spotlight | Career Board | Leadership Center
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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
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Exemplary Employers in our Region

Gen-Z Survey | Employer Tours | GreenLight Fund Spotlight | Career Board | Leadership Center
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What do we mean by innovation?

Employer Tours | Recovery Friendly Hamilton County | Women of Color in Tech Spotlight | Gen-Z Survey | Career Board | Leadership Center Programming
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Grateful to Work with our Companies & Partners

Jostin Construction | Relive 2024 With Us | Workforce & Talent Ecosystem Map | Find Top Talent
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Release of Gen Z in the Cincinnati Region Report

Jostin Construction | LinkedUp Connect | Women of Color in Tech Career Fair | GEN Z Discussion Groups | BLINK Cincinnati
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Cincinnati Regional Chamber’s Workforce Innovation Center Releases a Special Report on Gen Z in the Workforce in the Cincinnati Region

The report focuses on Gen Z individuals with or on the path to earning a bachelor’s degree, highlighting who they are broadly, what they expect from an
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Showcasing the Cincinnati Region & Advancing Inclusive Economic Growth

IBEW/NECA Electrical Training Center | Mental Health in the Workplace | State of the Region | GEN Z Discussion Groups | BLINK Cincinnati
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Connect with Local Talent: Participate in Our Employer Tours Program

Workforce Innovation Center | Employer Tours | Women of Color in Tech | GEN Z Discussion Groups | Thatcher Flats | Cincinnati Rhythm | Recovery Friendly Workplaces
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United for Community Impact

United Way Partnership | Employer Tours | BAWAC, Inc. | Gen Z Discussion Groups | Diversity Leadership Symposium
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It’s vacation season

Paid Time Off | The State of Black Cincinnati | Gen Z Discussion Groups | Diversity Leadership Symposium
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Milestones, policies and celebrations

Policy & Practice Review | Childcare & Education | Career Board | Cincinnati Intern Network Connection
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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
Read More

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
Read More

Employer Tours: Hollaender Manufacturing

In October, we launched our Employer Tours program with a visit to Hollaender Manufacturing Co.’s facility in Woodlawn. Thanks to our partnership with the Advanced Manufacturing Industry
Read More

Employer Tours: Monti, Inc.

In October, as part of our Manufacturing Month Employer Tours, we had the pleasure of visiting Monti Inc.'s facility in partnership with the Advanced Manufacturing Industry Partnership
Read More

Employer Tours – Metalworking Group

The Workforce Innovation Center partnered with Advanced Manufacturing Industry Partnership (AMIP) to connect our workforce providers with several employer tours during Manufacturing Month in October 2024.
Read More

Employer Tour: UC Health-Pharmacy Tech Opportunities

In November, members of our workforce partner network participated in an employer tour and discussion about the pharmacy technician roles and growth opportunities at UC Health. The
Read More
women looking over data

How to Leverage Data to Drive Effective Talent Attraction and Retention Strategies

When organizations invest in an intentional data strategy focused on relevant employee data collection and analysis cadence they are positioned to make strategic pivots that fuel hiring,
Read More
The women leaders of WE Lead Class 17

WE Lead: A Winning History of Leadership Development for Women

WE Lead is a leadership development program for women that focuses on the whole person and achieving both personal and professional goals.
Read More
Leadership Center logo with colorful graphic elements around it

Leadership Center: a Hub of Leadership Activity

Serving as a hub of leadership activity, the Leadership Center offers a continuum of opportunities to meet people where they are in their career and to provide
Read More
A group of leaders having a discussion

Leadership Self-Esteem and The Impact in the Workplace

In today’s competitive work environment, it’s more important than ever for leaders and employees to feel confident and capable. Unfortunately, feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteem can
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Quality Child Care is More than a Family Issue – it’s a Business Issue

The annual “Take Your Child to Work Day” event comes every April, creating an opportunity to show your son or daughter just how much fun you have
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Alternative Career Pathways for Today’s Youth

The COVID-19 pandemic has undeniably changed every aspect of life. Specifically in the world of work, how, where, when, and even who we work for looks quite
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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
Read More

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
Read More

Employer Tours: Hollaender Manufacturing

In October, we launched our Employer Tours program with a visit to Hollaender Manufacturing Co.’s facility in Woodlawn. Thanks to our partnership with the Advanced Manufacturing Industry
Read More

Employer Tours: Monti, Inc.

In October, as part of our Manufacturing Month Employer Tours, we had the pleasure of visiting Monti Inc.'s facility in partnership with the Advanced Manufacturing Industry Partnership
Read More

Employer Tours – Metalworking Group

The Workforce Innovation Center partnered with Advanced Manufacturing Industry Partnership (AMIP) to connect our workforce providers with several employer tours during Manufacturing Month in October 2024.
Read More

Employer Tour: UC Health-Pharmacy Tech Opportunities

In November, members of our workforce partner network participated in an employer tour and discussion about the pharmacy technician roles and growth opportunities at UC Health. The
Read More
women looking over data

How to Leverage Data to Drive Effective Talent Attraction and Retention Strategies

When organizations invest in an intentional data strategy focused on relevant employee data collection and analysis cadence they are positioned to make strategic pivots that fuel hiring,
Read More
The women leaders of WE Lead Class 17

WE Lead: A Winning History of Leadership Development for Women

WE Lead is a leadership development program for women that focuses on the whole person and achieving both personal and professional goals.
Read More
Leadership Center logo with colorful graphic elements around it

Leadership Center: a Hub of Leadership Activity

Serving as a hub of leadership activity, the Leadership Center offers a continuum of opportunities to meet people where they are in their career and to provide
Read More
A group of leaders having a discussion

Leadership Self-Esteem and The Impact in the Workplace

In today’s competitive work environment, it’s more important than ever for leaders and employees to feel confident and capable. Unfortunately, feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteem can
Read More

How to Recruit and Retain Veterans and Military Spouses to Fill Workforce Gaps

Veterans and spouses of military members can bring many desirable characteristics to the workforce. Many veterans come equipped with exceptional work ethic, team building and communications skills,
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Start Building Your Talent Pipeline Early

As “The Great Resignation” continues to impact nearly every organization, HR managers, recruiters, and managers continue to ask how they can effectively build their talent pipeline.
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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
Read More

Employer Tours: Hollaender Manufacturing

In October, we launched our Employer Tours program with a visit to Hollaender Manufacturing Co.’s facility in Woodlawn. Thanks to our partnership with the Advanced Manufacturing Industry
Read More

Employer Tours: Monti, Inc.

In October, as part of our Manufacturing Month Employer Tours, we had the pleasure of visiting Monti Inc.'s facility in partnership with the Advanced Manufacturing Industry Partnership
Read More

Employer Tours – Metalworking Group

The Workforce Innovation Center partnered with Advanced Manufacturing Industry Partnership (AMIP) to connect our workforce providers with several employer tours during Manufacturing Month in October 2024.
Read More

Employer Tour: UC Health-Pharmacy Tech Opportunities

In November, members of our workforce partner network participated in an employer tour and discussion about the pharmacy technician roles and growth opportunities at UC Health. The
Read More

Cincinnati Regional Chamber’s Workforce Innovation Center Releases a Special Report on Gen Z in the Workforce in the Cincinnati Region

The report focuses on Gen Z individuals with or on the path to earning a bachelor’s degree, highlighting who they are broadly, what they expect from an
Read More

Cincinnati Regional Chamber, Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio, and Partners Aim to Advance a More Inclusive Economy for Women of Color in Hamilton County

JPMorgan Chase has awarded the Workforce Innovation Center at the Cincinnati Regional Chamber with $500,000 to launch the Women of Color in Tech initiative to advance a
Read More

The Workforce Innovation Center Announces Alliance with Council for Inclusive Capitalism

The Workforce Innovation Center at the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber announced today that it has joined the Council for Inclusive Capitalism as an Ally.
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Cincinnati Region Highlighted by the Brookings Institution

Earlier this month, the Cincinnati region was highlighted by the Brookings Institution as a region that is prioritizing inclusive economic growth.
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Cohear Report on Work with the Center

Over the past two years, the Workforce Innovation Center has been pleased to partner with Cohear, a community engagement and strategy company, to bring us insights from
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The 2022 State of the Cincinnati Region Engaging Employees Directly: Partnership with Cohear

Cohear is a community engagement and strategy company that connects leaders to the everyday experts – the people who live the issues – in the communities they
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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.

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