Tag: Connecticut Workforce Development Unit
‘Needle moving in right direction’ for CT manufacturers
“Workforce development begins in kindergarten," says Kelli Vallieres, executive director of the newly-formed Connecticut Workforce Development Unit. "By talking with them at such a young age about what they’re interested in, you can find the fire that sparks their interest."
Manufacturing sector: Uncertain future, but state vows expanding efforts at support
Asked about their outlook for the Connecticut economy, 60% of respondents to a CBIA survey said they expect a contraction over the next 12 months.
CT’s manufacturing czar Colin Cooper doubles down on optimistic outlook
“The consensus out there – before the pandemic and now – is that there are three top problems: Workforce development, workforce development, and workforce development,” declares Colin Cooper.