Stop 1: Workforce Ecosystems

  • March 1, 2022 9:30 a.m. - March 1, 2022 11:30 a.m.

ARC is hitting the road to further showcase the five goals of our 2022-2026 strategic plan – Appalachia Envisioned – and stop #1 on the roadshow will focus on building workforce ecosystems. This event will feature governors, workforce development pros, and community members from Maryland, New York, and Pennsylvania who are excited to share their experiences supporting the creation and expansion of workforce ecosystems that help fuel economic growth and prosperity in Northern Appalachia.

Welcome and Co-Chairs’ Conversation

Mayor Ray Morriss welcomes us to Cumberland, Maryland for an engaging opening session featuring a discussion on workforce development between ARC Federal Co-Chair Gayle Manchin and ARC States’ Co-Chair Governor Larry Hogan of Maryland.

ARC Federal Co-Chair

Gayle Manchin

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ARC State’s Co-Chair

Gov. Larry Hogan

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Cumberland, Maryland

Mayor Ray Morriss

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Strong Workforces: A Community Exchange

This community-focused session will kick off with a video showcasing Appalachian Maryland and the work its communities are doing to bring our goal of strengthening workforce ecosystems to life. A panel of experts from Maryland, New York, and Pennsylvania will also share their own experiences and successes on the frontlines of this critical work building and expanding workforce ecosystems in Appalachia.

Community Voices

Host

Jennifer Walsh

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Doug Beitzel

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Gregory Moreland

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David Smarik

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Kiya Wilhelm

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Panel Participants

Moderator

Gayle Manchin

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New York

Jeff Belt

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Maryland

Al Delia

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Pennsylvania

Jennifer Flanagan

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Maryland

Dr. James Klauber

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Pennsylvania

Pamela Streich

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New York

Sarah Tranum

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