Uniting Ohio Employers to Build a Stronger Workforce

From classroom to career, North Central Workforce Alliance creates clear pathways for students, job seekers, and local employers.

FOR STUDENTS

Find Your Path to the Future

Explore skills development opportunities across North Central Ohio that will lead you to a thriving future in the local workforce. Find your career close to home.

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FOR JOB SEEKERS

Put Your Skills to Work Today

Turn your work ethic into a rewarding future with hands-on jobs, training, and opportunities in the trades so you can live, work, and grow in North Central Ohio.

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FOR EMPLOYERS

Invest in Local Workforce Growth

Partner with a network of local leaders to strengthen the future of our regional workforce, expand your hiring pool, and benefit the broader community.

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Open Doors for the Next Generation

Through strategic partnerships with local businesses and educators, NCWA strives to align education and training with business needs to build a workforce that works, changing the landscape for the better across North Central Ohio.

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Your investment in NCWA today helps ensure a stronger, more prepared workforce for tomorrow. Business, community and local government leaders, educators, and individuals are all invited to take a seat at the table and help us shape the future of NCO.

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The AI Advantage, From Overwhelm to AI-Ready

The 2026 North Central Workforce Alliance presents Marcus McGehee and “The AI Advantage: From Overwhelm to AI-Ready” AI is changing the way we work, but knowing where to start can […]

Beth Gaubatz Honored

It was an honor to recognize Beth Gaubatz for her contributions to the North Central Workforce Alliance during its quarterly meeting. Beth served as the organization’s secretary for several years, […]

EVENT CANCELLED NCWA 10th Anniversary Open House – April 15, 2026

Due to unforeseen circumstances, Lt. Governor Jim Tressel is no longer available to attend the NCWA 10th Anniversary Open House. As a result, the event has been canceled. We sincerely […]

NCWA Fall Workforce Summit – October 30, 2025

You are invited to another NCWA Fall Workforce Luncheon. Topic: Unleashing Passion, Purpose, and Performance in Younger Generations Speaker: Mark C. Perna, Author / CEO Date: Thursday, October 30, 2025 Time: 11:00 […]

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Strengthening the Talent Pipeline, Together

The North Central Workforce Alliance of Ohio (NCWA) is a trusted, business-led partnership committed to strengthening the regional workforce across North Central Ohio.

By uniting employers, educators, and community partners, NCWA identifies shared challenges, influences training programs, and promotes high-demand careers to ensure a pipeline of skilled, job-ready workers.

Collectively, we can reduce recruitment costs, enhance training alignment, and build a workforce ready to meet tomorrow’s demands.

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