NRWIB is leveraging new federal funds to provide direct training reimbursements and resources to local employers. Secure your talent pipeline now!
The Northwest Regional Workforce Investment Board (NRWIB) is excited to announce a major initiative leveraging newly awarded federal funding to accelerate skills training and directly support employers across Northwest Connecticut in three core industries: Manufacturing, Healthcare, and Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC).
About the Funding
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) recently awarded the Connecticut Department of Labor $8 million through the Industry-Driven Skills Training Fund grants. This essential investment is dedicated to strengthening domestic production and addressing critical workforce needs across high-demand industries, including vital support for the advanced manufacturing sector and the submarine industry supply chain.
Direct Benefits for Regional Employers
This funding is specifically designed to make it easier for companies to invest in the skills of their workforce while building a sustainable local talent pipeline.
The program offers:
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Outcome-Based Reimbursements: Access funding to help offset the costs of providing crucial training.
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Talent Retention: Resources available to train and retain both newly hired and incumbent workers.
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Curriculum Influence: Opportunities to directly influence the training and curriculum being developed for your future workforce.
Catherine Awwad, President and CEO of NRWIB, states: "We are committed to putting these federal dollars to work for our regional businesses. This grant ensures that when our employers invest in training, they are directly supported in those efforts. It's a win-win: stronger businesses and a more skilled workforce across Northwest CT."
A Call to Action: Join Our Regional Sector Partnerships
We are actively seeking new employer partners to join this powerful initiative and utilize these immediate funding opportunities.
If your business operates in the Manufacturing, Healthcare, or AEC sectors, now is the time to engage!
By partnering with NRWIB, your business can:
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Strengthen Operations and competitiveness through strategic workforce investment.
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Access Resources that make training and retaining employees cost-effective.
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Secure Your Talent Pipeline for long-term growth.
Don't miss this opportunity to leverage available funding!
Connect with us today to discuss how your business can participate:
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Contact: Helen Brickfield (Good Jobs Challenge Program Manager), or Thomasina Tatum (Director of Business Services)
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Email: [email protected] or [email protected]
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Phone: Thomasina Tatum office line: 203-574-6971 ext. 465
Release Date: October 2, 2025