Monthly Newsletter September 2025 |
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| Happy autumn and happy Workforce Development Month!
September is the month that celebrates the important work of developing people for success in the workplace and supporting employers with their workforce needs. We are so pleased to showcase the important work of our regional workforce investment boards who provide resources to companies and individuals for the benefit of our regional economy. Learn more about them in our Workforce Innovation Center blog post.
This month I am also thinking about the nature of change and how it is the constant that is always shaping our region and our work with employers, partners and individuals. There are many things shifting on a daily basis and while change can feel challenging, it also creates powerful opportunities for growth and impact
We have created a 3-day intensive experience to help people manage the changes that are occurring within your organizations as well as in your external landscape. From November 17-19, the Workforce Innovation Center and the Leadership Center at the Cincinnati Regional Chamber are partnering to deliver a Leadership Sprints program designed for individuals who are ready drive real, people-centered change within their organizations—regardless of their formal title.
Facilitated by Dr. Kevin Sansberry II, Lead Consultant at the Workforce Innovation Center, the program follows a three day structure and will guide participants through the foundations of change management, interactive and collaborative exercises to engage in strategic action planning with peers, and the development of an actionable, tested plan for affecting change that can be implemented right away.
If you feel ready to make a positive impact on your organization as a change agent, this is your opportunity to gain the tools support and connections you need. Spots are limited, so claim yours and take advantage of this chance to manage change within your community. |
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| EMPLOYER TOURS | New Tour Scheduled! - Jostin Construction | |
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Our Employer Tours program continues with another exciting installment!
Join us for our next tour on Friday, October 10th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. as we partner with Jostin Construction for a tour of their Headquarters, Bond Hill shop, and a hard hat walkthrough of their job site at the Convention Center in downtown Cincinnati.
This extended tour will give participants an in depth look at the Jostin's work across a variety of locations and roles. Don't wait! Register now for this great opportunity to explore Jostin's open positions and make connections with one of the largest construction employers in our region. |
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We are recapping all Employer Tours on the Workforce Innovation Center blog, where we can share information about open roles and the employers that are looking to fill them with job seekers, educational institutions, and workforce partners across the region.
This program is being supported, in whole or in part, by federal award number 21.027 awarded to Hamilton County, Ohio by the U.S. Department of the Treasury. We are grateful to the support of the Hamilton County Commissioners in funding this program. | | PARTNER SPOTLIGHT | Recovery Friendly Hamilton County | |
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Recovering Citizens: Resourceful, Resilient, and Ready to Work
Over 23 million Americans are in recovery from substance use disorder (SUD), demonstrating extraordinary resilience, determination, and strength. They are our friends, neighbors, family members, and colleagues—and they bring unique value to the workplace. Recovery Friendly Hamilton County (RFHC) exists to help employers create supportive environments where recovery can thrive.
RFHC: A No-Cost Path to a Healthier Workforce
An initiative of Hamilton County Public Health, RFHC is a multi-award-winning wellness initiative that equips employers with free resources to address SUD in the workplace while also supporting employees in recovery. With over 60% of individuals with SUD actively participating in the workforce, employers are already affected—often through lost productivity or increased turnover. RFHC helps businesses respond by offering recruitment support, consultation, policy resources, training, harm reduction tools like Narcan®, and more. Becoming a Recovery Friendly Employer is simple and impactful, involving a short orientation and a visible commitment to supportive practices. Join the growing number of workplaces investing in recovery—and benefiting from loyal, motivated, and resilient employees. Contact us today @ recoveryfriendly@hamilton-co.org to schedule a brief on-site consult.
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PARTNER SPOTLIGHT | Public Allies Cincinnati: Supporting the Civic Sector’s Workforce Needs | |
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In today's evolving landscape, nonprofit organizations and governmental offices in Greater Cincinnati face unique staffing challenges. Public Allies Cincinnati offers a powerful solution, providing dedicated, full-time local talent to strengthen the sector's capacity and drive impact.
For over 26 years, Public Allies has served Greater Cincinnati by providing over 1.1 million hours back into the community, building capacity in 126 local organizations and have trained over 600 proximate leaders. During our 10 month leadership apprenticeship program, Allies serve at local organizations and have the unique opportunity to leverage their lived experience building the capacity needed to tackle our community's most pressing issues. Allies support have expanded existing programs, implemented new technology, and enhanced community engagement.
Within the last 10 months, our current cohort has provided over 20,000 volunteer hours back into the community while serving at 15 local nonprofits and governmental offices. They have engaged in activities that include, but are not limited to, coordinating community events focused on housing, building a network of caregivers, participating in neighborhood feedback sessions regarding environmental sustainability and developing training for new HR software.
Our partnership not only addresses community and staffing needs but also cultivates proximate leaders committed to social justice, ensuring a sustainable impact for each organization’s mission and the community as a whole.
Discover how a Public Ally can be an invaluable asset to your mission. |
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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 County, Southeast Indiana, and Butler–Clermont–Warren Counties, serve as workforce leaders in each of their jurisdictions and provide leadership, coordination, and resources to meet the needs of employers and jobseekers. Together, these WIBs form an interconnected system that ensures workers can access training and careers while employers connect with the talent they need. |
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The Workforce Innovation Center’s Women of Color in Tech program, funded by JPMorganChase, facilitated 212 women in attaining Google Career Certificates in six fields: IT Support, Data Analytics, Cybersecurity, UX Design, eCommerce & Digital Marketing, Project Management.
Alena O'Donnell, Regional Project Director for the Women of Color in Tech program offers her insights, lessons learned, and stories of hope in this retrospective of her time leading this initiative. | |
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Since the Ohio TechCred program launched in 2019, more than $151,000,000 in reimbursed technical training has been invested in workforce development. The investment and impact of TechCred is significant yet there remains a gap in the number of companies utilizing the program.
There are more than one million organizations registered with the state of Ohio, yet just over 3,500 Ohio organizations have applied to the program. To reduce that gap MAX Technical Training has outlined every aspect of the TechCred program process in this month’s article and they deliver a virtual workshop six times per year to help you understand the program process.
Learn more about how you can use the Ohio TechCred program to invest in your employees by registering for the MAX virtual workshop Ohio TechCred: Preparing to Apply on October 9th. |
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FEATURED EVENTS | State of the Region | |
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Join the Cincinnati Chamber’s Center for Research & Data on Wednesday, October 8 for the release of the annual State of the Region Report. This event will give an overview of the newly released report, provide data analysis on the Cincinnati region’s economic and community indicators, and compare how the region is performing related to peer cities.
As in years past, the State of the Region report will highlight areas of strength and opportunities for growth in the Cincinnati Region. For the first time ever, the report will include percentile overviews comparing the Cincinnati region to all US metro areas, in addition to our normal peer comparisons. Also new this year, the event will be expanded to include multiple subject area panel discussions. Join us to hear from the Center for Research and Data staff on the findings of this year’s report, as well as discussions with key civic and business leaders about what those findings mean for our region.
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| The State of the Region is brought to you by our Presenting Sponsor First Financial Bank, Industry Sponsor Messer, Excellence Sponsors Medical Mutual, Metro and Sheakley, and our Supporting Sponsors ARCO, Cincinnati Children's, CVG and UC Health. | | Pitch and Empower |  |
Join us on October 22 from 4 - 8 p.m. at Memorial Hall for Hamilton County's Second annual Pitch & Empower event. This celebration of local entrepreneurship is a great opportunity to show your support for the small businesses that are shaping the future of Hamilton County .
Experience the creativity and drive of Hamilton County’s small business community as entrepreneurs pitch their ideas for growth. Along the way, you’ll have the chance to connect with business owners, investors, and community leaders in an atmosphere built for collaboration. The evening also offers plenty of fun with live entertainment and free food, making it easy to relax while supporting the next wave of small business success stories. If you’re curious about participating in the future, you can even learn how to apply and pitch your own business in next year’s competition.
Reserve your spot today! Attendance is free, but space is limited. Don’t miss out on this exciting chance to connect, learn, and celebrate the incredible talent in our community. |
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| The Workforce Innovation Center - At a Glance | |
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The Workforce Innovation Center offers a wealth of services and resources to help companies improve their business practices, create a more connected regional workforce ecosystem, and strengthen the economic prosperity of the Greater Cincinnati Region. From customized consulting services to tours of quality local employers, our services and resources are designed to assist you in addressing your workforce and talent needs, whatever they may be. Click a section below to learn more! |
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3 East 4th Street, Suite 200
Cincinnati, Ohio 45202 |
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