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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

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 20, 2025

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

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

February 14, 2025

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

February 14, 2025

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

January 28, 2025

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.

January 28, 2025

Employer Tours: 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

October 30, 2024

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

November 27, 2023

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

September 26, 2023

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,

November 27, 2023

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

September 28, 2023

What Story Does Your Employee Data Tell?

Employee Data | United Way of Greater Cincinnati | Chamber U Summit | ChangingGears Vehicle Purchase Program

August 31, 2023

Convene and Connect with Aligned Partners

Community Partnerships | Cincinnati Compass & Conscious Capitalism Events | Talbert House | Leadership Development Programs

August 31, 2023

Elevate Your Talent Strategy

Talent Strategy & Action Plan | Recovery Friendly Hamilton County & Conscious Capitalism Events | Sunrise Treatment Center | Leadership Development Programs

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

February 14, 2025

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

February 14, 2025

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

January 28, 2025

Employer Tours: Metalworking Group

January 28, 2025

Employer Tours: 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

September 26, 2023

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,

May 17, 2023

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.

May 15, 2023

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

April 24, 2023

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

February 24, 2023

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

October 31, 2022

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

April 22, 2022

The Benefits of Fair Chance Hiring

When addressing the impact of criminal convictions and prison on our society, we look to the numbers. Roughly 1 in 5 of the world’s incarcerated population are

February 1, 2022

Hiring Youth? Here’s What Employers Need to Know

There are approximately 42 million people between 15 and 24 years-old in America, which accounts for 12% of the entire population. The Cincinnati Metro Area has approximately

January 28, 2025

Employer Tours: Metalworking Group

January 28, 2025

Employer Tours: 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

October 30, 2024

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

November 27, 2023

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

May 20, 2022

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.

May 6, 2022

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.

December 21, 2021

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

December 4, 2020

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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Ready to Solve Your Workforce Challenges?

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.