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Minneapolis Workforce Development Board

The Minneapolis Workforce Development Board (MWDB) is one of Minnesota's 16 local workforce boards, designated by the Governor under authorization of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) of 2014. The MWDB guides the design of local workforce development in the City of Minneapolis,  including operational oversight of CareerForce Minneapolis North, CareerForce Minneapolis South, and the Cedar Riverside Opportunity Center. Priorities include pathways initiatives in youth internships, healthcare, information technology, and place-based strategies. In addition, MWDB seeks to increase awareness of high-demand occupations and to connect employers with resources to recruit and retain a competitive workforce. 

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Established Date:
Jan 1, 1983
Membership Details
No. of Seats: 21
Pending: 0
Vacant: 1
Expired: 0
Membership Description:

The MWDB is comprised of 21 members who are appointed to three-year terms. Members represent various sectors of the workforce system, including business, workforce, education and training, government, and economic development. In accordance with the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, members must have decision-making authority within the organizations they represent. 

Residency Requirement:
Must be a Minneapolis resident. May be waived if the business/employer is located in Minneapolis.
Compensation:
None
Selection Procedure:

Applicants are nominated by the Mayor using the Open Appointments policy and are appointed by the City Council and Mayor.

Members
Seat # Name Term End Status Membership Requirements
1 Rosemary Ugboajah Jun 30, 2027 Member Representative business
2 Jennifer Gilbert Jun 30, 2026 Member Representative business
3 Ryan Berreth Jun 30, 2027 Member Representative business
4 Jamie Mailer Jun 30, 2026 Member Representative business
5 Tara Watson Jun 30, 2026 Member Representative business
6 Ken McCraley Jun 30, 2027 Member Representative business
7 Jonathan Jankowski Jun 30, 2027 Member Representative business
8 Hilary Marden-Resnik Jun 30, 2027 Member Representative business
9 Kyle Punton Jun 30, 2026 Member Representative business
10 Thakurdyal Singh Jun 30, 2026 Member Representative business
11 Vacant Jun 30, 2026 Vacant Representative business
12 Daniel McConnell Jun 30, 2026 Member Representative from workforce: labor organization
13 Aaron Hill Jun 30, 2026 Member Representative of workforce: Joint Labor-Management Apprenticeship Program
14 Douglas Flateau Jun 30, 2027 Member Representative of workforce: Labor; Apprenticeship; Community Based Organization addressing barriers to employment; or an organization providing employment, training, or education services for youth
15 Marcus Pope Jun 30, 2026 Member Representative of workforce: Labor; Apprenticeship; Community Based Organization addressing barriers to employment; or an organization providing employment, training, or education services for youth
16 Sharon Pierce Jun 30, 2026 Member Representative of higher education institution
17 Cavan Gahagan Jun 30, 2026 Member Representative of Provider of Adult Education and Literacy Activities under Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, Title II
18 Clarence Hightower Jun 30, 2027 Member Representative of economic and community development organization
19 Leona Martin Jun 30, 2027 Member Representative of State of Minnesota employment service office under the Wagner-Peyser Act
20 Thant Pearson Jun 30, 2026 Member Representative of an entity providing programs carried out under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title I, other than section 112 or part C of that title serving Minneapolis
21 Rich Melzer Jun 30, 2027 Member Representative of an organization administering programs related to transportation, housing, or public assistance
Meeting Schedule:
Semi-monthly on the third Tuesday of odd-numbered months at 8 a.m. (January, March, May, July, September, and November)
Location:
2nd Floor Conference Room, North Career Force Center
Address:
800 W Broadway, Minneapolis, MN 55411
Legislative Details
Enabling Legislation:
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) of 2014
Bylaws:
Minneapolis Workforce Development Board Bylaws
Contact Information
Department:
Community Planning & Economic Development
Phone:
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