
The Workforce Connection Board
Mission
The Workforce Connection is committed to providing a workforce that meets the needs of the business community now and in the future.
Vision
Provide a fully integrated and accessible workforce development system that balances the needs of individuals and businesses to ensure our region has a skilled workforce to effectively compete in the global economy.
About the Board
The Workforce Connection (TWC) Board is one of 22 local workforce boards established by the Governor of the State of Illinois pursuant to the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). Utilizing Federal and State funds, TWC provides a system for individuals to get employed and also works with employers to find skilled workers and access other services, including education and training for their current workforce in Boone, Stephenson, and Winnebago Counties. The board staff is a leadership team that oversees the workforce system.
The Workforce Connection (TWC) Board is one of 22 local workforce boards established by the Governor of the State of Illinois pursuant to the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). Utilizing Federal and State funds, TWC provides a system for individuals to get employed and also works with employers to find skilled workers and access other services, including education and training for their current workforce in Boone, Stephenson, and Winnebago Counties. The board staff is a leadership team that oversees the workforce system.
Upcoming Meetings
The Workforce Connection’s full Board of Directors generally meets on the first Tuesday of March, June, September & December at 8:00 a.m. Meeting notices, agendas and minutes are posted as they become available.
Please note: Pursuant the Governor’s Executive Order to Shelter-in-Place, all meetings will be taking place virtually until further notice in compliance with OMA requirements.
The Operations Management Council Committee meeting will be held virtually on Tuesday, January 19th at 9:00 a.m.
The Youth Council Committee meeting will be held virtually on Wednesday, January 20th at 8:30 a.m.
Leadership Team
Dr. Lisa M. Bly-Jones
815-395-6609
Chris Connors
815-395-6676
Cathy Cornelius
Board Executive Assistant
815-395-6638
Mike Johnson
815-395-6626
Robert Jones Jr.
815-395-6619
Amanda M. Sink
815-395-6688
Dan White
815-395-6608
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The Workforce Connection– an Illinois WorkNet Center and partner in the American Job Center network. This program is funded by The Workforce Connection, Inc., Il Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity, and the U.S. Department of Labor. The Workforce Connection is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. All voice telephone numbers on this website may be reached by persons using TTY/TDD equipment by calling TTY (800) 526-0844 or 711. Contact the Equal Opportunity Officer at 815-395-6626. This program is subject to the provisions of the “Jobs for Veteran’s Act” Public Law 107-288, which provides priority of services to veterans and spouses of certain veterans.