Building WNY’s Sustainable Workforce

Join SBR for a panel discussion highlighting how workforce training programs across Western New York are preparing talent, strengthening the regional economy, and growing the region’s sustainable workforce. This event will introduce businesses to a variety of local workforce development programs.

Panelists will share how their organizations are developing the skills needed for a sustainable workforce and the resources available to employers. Attendees will learn how businesses can engage to address hiring needs, grow talent, and build lasting partnerships.

Lunch will be provided for all attendees.

Featured Speakers:

Stephen Tucker, President & CEO, Northland Workforce Training Center

Richard Hanaburgh, Workforce Dev & Recruitment Manager, PUSH Buffalo Sustainability Workforce Training Center

Sandra Bleckman, Director of Workforce Development, NYPA

Mary Ruelle, Director of Strategic Talent Initiatives, TechBuffalo 

Moderator: Linda Batycki, Senior Program Manager, WNY Manufacturing and Tech Workforce Coalition