The Waterbury Celebrates Cathy Awwad, Executive Director of NRWIB

As part of an ongoing effort to showcase the people, organizations and initiatives making a positive impact in the city, The Waterbury highlights many of the city leaders who have shown their unwavering commitment to the region and made a long-lasting, positive impact on the city in some shape or form.

The initiative seeks to not only recognize those who work hard to make a difference in the 10-town region but also attract business owners and real estate developers alike to the area.

As Executive Director of Northwest Regional Workforce Investment Board, Cathy Awwad paves the way for business growth and economic success for the Waterbury area. By providing workforce training and job seeking services as well as access to a variety of training programs, NRWIB addresses skill gaps and oversees workforce development efforts in 41 municipalities, including Waterbury.

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