Workforce Development, Inc.

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.

[Workforce Development, Inc. @Workforce_Dev]

The Olmsted County Project Community Connect is THIS Friday, 5/22. We’re looking forward to seeing many of our partners and neighbors there for a great day of connection and community impact. See you there from 10 AM - 2 PM 🤝

[Workforce Development, Inc. @Workforce_Dev]

Apprenticeship programs help employers build talent, grow skills, and create opportunity across a variety of industries. Reach out today to learn more about WDI’s resources and support for exploring, developing, and implementing apprenticeship programs. 📲[email protected]

[Workforce Development, Inc. @Workforce_Dev]

Last Friday we held our Spring All-Staff Meeting. 🌷Thankful for the opportunities to pause, bring our team together, connect, learn, and celebrate!

[Workforce Development, Inc. @Workforce_Dev]

Feeling grateful to have been part of "This Being Human" this past weekend, a powerful performance by the @ChoralArtsMN singers. The event highlighted the importance of mental health and recognized several community service organizations working to support well-being regionally.

[Workforce Development, Inc. @Workforce_Dev]

Congratulations again to @MayoClinic on this national recognition and for their ongoing leadership in workforce development across our region! @WorkforceInvest @careerforcemn @mndeed

https://t.co/lAjWat1UdT

[Workforce Development, Inc. @Workforce_Dev]

2025 brought challenges, but also meaningful progress for WDI. See the data and impact in our annual report: https://t.co/Vx5C5juD4m

[Workforce Development, Inc. @Workforce_Dev]

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: https://t.co/L1XBLffIkG

[Workforce Development, Inc. @Workforce_Dev]

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: https://t.co/HckIl4NdJC

[Workforce Development, Inc. @Workforce_Dev]

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!

https://t.co/6UZMIqh2vL

[Workforce Development, Inc. @Workforce_Dev]

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 🌽

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[Workforce Development, Inc. @Workforce_Dev]

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

[ZumbroEd District @ZumbroEducation]

ZED ALC and Futures/SUN students participated in the "Big Ideas Mobile Learning Lab" yesterday, which allowed students to get hands-on CTE experience with companies on-site. Many thanks to @Workforce_Dev for organizing!

[Workforce Development, Inc. @Workforce_Dev]

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

https://t.co/VpDcKPwqvD

[National Association of Workforce Boards (NAWB) @WorkforceInvest]

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. https://t.co/JarUpDHtDR

[Workforce Development, Inc. @Workforce_Dev]

Behind every opportunity is a team that cares—proud to honor our staff this #WorkforceDevelopmentMonth 🙌

[Workforce Development, Inc. @Workforce_Dev]

Check out our September Workforce Column from the Albert Lea Tribune 📖 Executive Director Jinny shares her insights here: https://t.co/VYHZ2AAwcb

[@CareerForceMN @careerforcemn]

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. https://t.co/rtzns6i2Yg #MNWorkforce #CareerForceMN

[Workforce Development, Inc. @Workforce_Dev]

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, Inc. @recycleharmony]

September is Workforce Development Month! 🎉

Harmony is proud to partner with Workforce Development, Inc. to grow careers, support local talent, and invest in the future of SE Minnesota.

👉 Learn more about how we’re celebrating: https://t.co/pZnuR1BXKm

#recycleharmony #WDI

[Harmony Enterprises, Inc. @recycleharmony]

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! https://t.co/nluSgLbCoa #recycleharmony #CoolestThingMN

[Workforce Development, Inc. @Workforce_Dev]

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: https://t.co/InDyBTFLEs 📲

[Harmony Enterprises, Inc. @recycleharmony]

Vote For Harmony's ExtractPack Max as one of the Coolest Things Made In MN!

[Harmony Enterprises, Inc. @recycleharmony]

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