Workforce Development, Inc. @Workforce_Dev
Workforce Development, Inc. (WDI) is an independent, non-profit agency with a long history of serving the needs of job seekers and employers in SE MN. workforcedevelopmentinc.org Southeast Minnesota Joined May 2015-
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We are honored to share this 2nd place Promising Practices Award with the Somali American Social Service Association (SASSA) in Southeast MN🤝 Thank you for your partnership, both to SASSA and @MnAssoWkfcBoard careerforce.mn.gov/careerforce-bl…
After 40+ years in DC, #NAWB is rolling the dice and taking The Forum on the road! We'll be in Las Vegas March 23-26, 2026! This is more than a venue change—it’s the start of a nationwide tour of the boldest workforce innovations in the country. youtu.be/QcqYx-wYy2E?fe…
Behind every opportunity is a team that cares—proud to honor our staff this #WorkforceDevelopmentMonth 🙌
Check out our September Workforce Column from the Albert Lea Tribune 📖 Executive Director Jinny shares her insights here: bit.ly/42wGalV
Learn about early successes of a partnership between Leading CareerForce Partner Workforce Development, Inc. and the Somali American Social Service Association to prepare people for in-demand careers in the Rochester MN area. tinyurl.com/rew98eb4 #MNWorkforce #CareerForceMN
Harmony Enterprises' investment in our programs and commitment to putting their people first makes them a true example of workforce leadership.⭐️Read more about how they're honoring #WorkforceDevelopmentMonth in their blog post below.
Harmony Enterprises' investment in our programs and commitment to putting their people first makes them a true example of workforce leadership.⭐️Read more about how they're honoring #WorkforceDevelopmentMonth in their blog post below.
Read how Harmony's ExtractPack Max full product destruction recycling baler has been selected as one of the Coolest Things Made In MN in 2025 & how you can vote daily to move us onto the round of 32! harmony1.com/extractpack-ma… #recycleharmony #CoolestThingMN
Vote for longtime WDI collaborator and supporter, @recycleharmony because if you ask us, they really do make the coolest thing manufactured in MN! Vote daily here: coolestthingmn.com 📲
Vote for longtime WDI collaborator and supporter, @recycleharmony because if you ask us, they really do make the coolest thing manufactured in MN! Vote daily here: coolestthingmn.com 📲
Congratulations to these Harmony employees who completed their @semnworkforce Incumbent Worker Training Programs, earning certificates in their respective fields: Jen Wangen, Accounting, Stephanie Hendrickson, HR, & Lane Powell, Marketing. #recycleharmony #workforcedevelopment
Registration closes Friday, March 21st. Reserve your spot now! #WorkforceDevelopment #RochMNEvents #WorkforceForum2025 wff2025.eventbrite.com
Have you reserved your spot yet? The Forum is happening on April 3rd! Register now. austindailyherald.com/2025/02/workfo…
Register now: eventbrite.com/e/112789121598…
We are now accepting sponsors for the 2025 Workforce Development Forum on April 3, 2025 at the Rochester Event Center. Limited opportunities available! Secure your investment by February 28th -fill out the form: bit.ly/403ukOp or contact Samantha at [email protected].
Limited sponsorships are NOW AVAILABLE! The 2025 Workforce Development Forum & Best Places to Work Celebration is happening April 3. Act fast—spots are limited! 📷 Contact us at [email protected], or secure your investment by inquiring here: bit.ly/403ukOp
We're here to help. Complete the survey by February 7th! bit.ly/4h8cRej
The 2025 Best Places to Work Survey is officially LIVE in Southeast Minnesota! 🚀 This nationally-recognized program highlights outstanding employers across our 11-county region—could yours be one of them?🔗 Apply Today: bit.ly/4h8cRej 📆 The deadline is Feb 7th!
This week marks the 10th Annual National Apprenticeship Week 👨🏭 From Nov 17-22 we celebrate the transformative power of apprenticeships in modernizing industries, addressing workforce needs, and advancing equity in our communities. youtu.be/IEQiFPU8cec #NAW2024
9-5 Isn’t The Only Way To Work: How Flexible Work Options Create Success For Younger Workers – New Ways to Work newwaystowork.org/flexible-work-… #nwtw #newwaystowork via @NewWays2Work
5 reasons to choose a career in manufacturing bit.ly/3CadDbu #MNManufacturingMonth #WorkforceDevelopment #ManufacturingCareers
📣Attention all Dodge County employers! Ever considered mentoring a high school student through a paid work experience? Don't miss the Dodge County Internship Fair on January 10th at K-M High School—a perfect opportunity to connect with the next generation of talent.

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