Lake County Workforce Development Board

Happy Workforce Development Month!   Each September, we celebrate Workforce Development Month to recognize, honor, and publicize the contributions of our nation's workforce professionals. It is a great opportunity to heighten public awareness, strengthen alliances, leverage resources, and increase the number of people who understand the vital role workforce development plays in our nation’s economy.   Stay tuned as we share more throughout the month. #workforcedevelopment #wdm2024 #nawdp #lakecountywdb

In support of the Board’s Strategic Plan key objective of “increasing access to services for the underserved,” we are thrilled to announce the Job Center of Lake County IL has successfully installed kiosks in PADS Lake County, DHS Family Community Resource Center, and Highwood Public Library.   As part of the Job Center on the Move initiative, these kiosks function as mobile career centers, bringing valuable services directly to job seekers throughout the community. #jobcenteronthemove #access #workforce #lakecountyil #jobseekers

#DidYouKnow the Job Center on the Move brings workforce representatives to you at various locations throughout Lake County? Meet one-on-one with staff to learn more about available services and take your career to the next level! Find out where the Job Center on the Move will be next by visiting the events calendar: https://lnkd.in/gt8kh4WQ #jobcenteronthemove #jobcenteroflakecounty #workforcedevelopment

Partner Spotlight – Township High School District 113   Township High School District 113 serves a community of 60,000 residents and educates approximately 3,300 students. The district’s two nationally ranked high schools, Deerfield High School and Highland Park High School, focus on cultivating passion, unlocking potential, and inspiring excellence among its students and staff.   Dist. 113 Adult Education is a key partner of the Lake County Workforce Development Board and is one of several organizations that participate in the Job Center under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). https://lnkd.in/g7AW7feH #dist113 #education #partner #ecosystem #workforcedevelopment #lakecoutyil #lakecountywdb

Join us for the 2024 Youth Symposium, the culmination of a years’ worth of strategic efforts focused around building a better understanding of how best to reach and engage high school students and young adults of Lake County in career planning and employment experiences. The Symposium will include a respected keynote speaker, key findings and asset map presentation, two tracks for breakout sessions featuring relevant youth-focused topics, lunch, and a panel discussion. Register Today! https://lnkd.in/eiD9dSAt #lcwdb #lakecountyworkforce #lakecountywdb #youth #youthsymposium #workforce #futureworkforce

Meet the Board – Board Member Josh Fischer   Josh Fischer is a current Board Member and President of Fischer Paper Products, a leading provider of branded and custom packaging.   In addition to his commitment to the Workforce Development Board, Josh is also a strong supporter of causes that involve children, economic empowerment, education, and science and technology.   Fischer Paper Products, based in Antioch, is a family company with more than three generations of experience in manufacturing and supplying high-quality, food-safe paper products—including specialty bags, wraps, liners, napkin rings, and more.   At this year’s “Big Event,” hosted by Lake County Partners, Josh and the entire team at Fischer Paper Products were recognized with the 2024 Community Investment Award for their commitment to Lake County and investment in workforce partnerships and the talent pipeline. Learn more about the Workforce Development Board: https://lnkd.in/gUEF5QAd #lakecountyil #lcwdb #lakecountywdb #workforcedevelopment #meettheboard

Medline Invests $27M in Mundelein Lab Expansion   Medline Industries, LP recently expanded its product testing and development lab in Mundelein (Lake County) — tripling the size of the facility to 74,000 square feet and significantly bolstering the company’s capacity to test a variety of products, ingredients, and solutions efficiently and comprehensively. The $27 million expansion project “supports our continued growth,” said Lara Simmons, chief quality officer for Medline. “Our main mission is to provide safe, effective, high-quality products that provide value to our customers.” The expanded lab includes upgraded mechanical systems and environmental controls and increased lab space and capabilities—including design verification, chemistry, microbiology, expiration dating, calibration, and formulation. The space relies on Lake County talent, employing 140+ engineers, biologists, chemists, scientists, and others to support Medline’s well-known reputation for safe, effective, high-quality products. Medline is represented on the Lake County Workforce Development Board by Demetri Katsulis, Vice President of Manufacturing, US Kitting Operations. Read the full story: https://lnkd.in/dhxfa7Nc #medline #producttesting #expansion #lakecountyil #lcwdb

Government & NFP Resource Fair 2024 Join the Job Center of Lake County IL and more than 15 other community partners this Saturday, June 29, from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM at the Patricia A. Jones Center to explore resources such as passport services, job support, Narcan training, reentry services, mental health and wellness support, and more! https://lnkd.in/eWBrST6D

Pace Supports Commute-Friendly Workplaces for Employers and Job Seekers Alike   Pace Suburban Bus offers affordable, innovative, and environmentally responsible transit options for the residents of 274 municipalities in Cook, Will, DuPage, Kane, Lake and McHenry counties. In addition, Pace frequently works with businesses and organizations to offer free transit advice, outreach, and commuter program support.    Improving access to work, developing an employee transportation program, and helping employees reduce commuter costs by 40% can create a better experience for everyone. https://lnkd.in/dRdsr4B3

Another great opportunity to share the value and impact of the local workforce development ecosystem! #lakecountywdb #ecosystem #partnership #futureworkforce #lakecountyil