Generation West Virginia to Host Workforce Development Conference on May 8 in Charleston
“Pathways to Progress” Will Focus on Tools, Trends, and Talent for Employers Across the State
“Pathways to Progress” Will Focus on Tools, Trends, and Talent for Employers Across the State
“Pathways to Progress” Will Focus on Tools, Trends, and Talent for Employers Across the State
Generation West Virginia is pleased to announce a new partnership with TechConnect West Virginia, a nonprofit dedicated to advancing West Virginia’s technology sector. Through this collaboration, the Career Connector program will serve as the designated job board for TechConnect West Virginia’s partners, providing a centralized platform for tech employers to
Generation West Virginia is seeking proposals from qualified consultants to work with project partners to create a detailed action plan to integrate and scale proven workforce development and digital literacy programs into a multi-state (Pennsylvania/West Virginia) Fiber and Digital Literacy Workforce Training program that will help underserved residents to secure
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 3, 2025 West Virginia – Generation West Virginia has been awarded a planning grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) through the Appalachian Regional Initiative for Stronger Economies (ARISE) to develop an implementation plan to expand a proven model of broadband workforce training across West Virginia
Generation WV Expands Workforce Initiatives in March
Generation West Virginia partners with TechConnect WV and NOVA WV to enhance tech hiring through the Career Connector job board. Highlights include the Pathways to Progress Conference on May 8, a Broadband Instructor Training in Braxton County, and the launch of the Level Up cohort for NewForce alumni. The Career Connector team also supported job seekers at a Workforce WV job fair in Parkersburg.
🚨 Last Call! Applications for the GWV Fellowship close on March 16, 2025! This year-long program offers professional development, mentorship, and networking to young professionals in West Virginia.
Meanwhile, GWV’s Broadband Technical Assistance Webinar Series returns March 18, covering grant hunting and broadband funding strategies. NewForce trainees gain industry insights, while the upcoming Level Up initiative helps alumni sharpen their SQL skills.
In employer news, Vandalia Health is investing in workforce development through the GWV Fellowship, and Mitchell Chevrolet successfully hired talent via the Career Connector Job Board.
📅 Mark your calendar for Pathways to Progress, GWV’s workforce innovation conference on May 8, 2025, at the Charleston Marriott Town Center! Learn strategies for talent retention, funding, and the future of work.
🔗 Don’t miss out—apply, register, and get involved today!
By Jen Iskow, GWV Marketing & Communications Manager Seventy-seven percent of employers reported difficulty finding skilled talent in a 2023 survey, a trend that has spiked since 2020. But is the US experiencing a labor shortage? According to research led by the workforce development non-profit Opportunity@Work, a wealth of skilled
Join Generation West Virginia for Pathways to Progress, an inaugural conference dedicated to shaping WV’s workforce future! Network with young professionals, employers, and educators to explore strategies for talent retention and workforce innovation. Plus, don’t miss GWV’s Broadband Technical Assistance Webinar Series to drive digital equity in WV. Meanwhile, NewForce kicks off its latest cohort with a cutting-edge data analytics curriculum, and applications for the GWV Fellowship 2025 are now open! Stay ahead in your career with Career Connector, now enhanced with Workable’s recruitment tools. Learn more and get involved today!
by Jen Iskow, GWV Marketing & Communications Manager West Virginia has long been celebrated for its stunning landscapes, close-knit communities, and rich cultural heritage. Yet, for years, young professionals in the Mountain State have faced a pressing challenge: finding fulfilling career opportunities that empower them to grow without leaving
[Charleston, WV] — Generation West Virginia (GWV) is thrilled to announce its inaugural conference, “Pathways to Progress: Charting a Course for West Virginia’s Future Workforce,” taking place on May 8th, 2025, at the Marriott Town Center in Charleston, West Virginia. This groundbreaking event will bring together leaders, innovators, and changemakers
Generation West Virginia (GWV) is proud to announce the graduation of the GWV Fellowship Class of 2024 that took place on December 7 in a ceremony held in Charleston. This leadership development training program for young professionals gave Fellows the opportunity to learn from seasoned professionals across West Virginia, from