Workforce Development, Inc.

2025 brought challenges, but also meaningful progress for WDI. See the data and impact in our annual report: workforcedevelopmentinc.org/2025-annual-re…

This month, WDI is partnering with @careerforcemn to help job seekers across Southeast MN jump start their job search. From resume help and interview prep to career planning and training resources, our no-cost services are here to support you. Learn more: bit.ly/4sGrvQK

The Youth at Work grants program serves youth of color and youth with disabilities who are economically disadvantaged or considered to be at-risk. WDI is honored to be a recipient of this funding in Southeast Minnesota. Read more from @mndeed here: mn.gov/deed/newscente…

As emerging ag technologies create new opportunities and shift the skills employers need, this investment from @mndeed will help strengthen our local talent pipeline and support long-term growth across the region. We’re excited, to say the least! kaaltv.com/news/deed-awar…

WDI is excited to share that we are a recipient of DEED's Growing Careers agriculture funding. Stay tuned for more on our "Growing Opportunity" program coming to Southeast Minnesota 🌽 mn.gov/deed/newscente…

Perfect weather for an amazing day last week diving into CTE with students and the Big Ideas Mobile Learning Lab 👋

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.

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 📲

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 sdraisey@wdimn.org.

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 sdraisey@wdimn.org, or secure your investment by inquiring here: bit.ly/403ukOp