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Manufacturing Workforce Strategy Development for the Lynchburg Region

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Manufacturing Workforce Strategy Development for the Lynchburg Region ​

Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance ​

Goal: Conducted a skills gap analysis and student assessment to determine the skills not currently taught in the Lynchburg area that would benefit Region 2 employers in the materials and manufacturing cluster. Hold a series of roundtables, workshops, and industry tours to educate educators about workforce needs and employers about career readiness offerings during a 2-day academy. 

Target Industry Cluster(s): Advanced Materials Manufacturing​

Investment strategy: Workforce Development ​

Grant Type: Planning

Grant Period: 2024-2025​

Achieved Outcomes:​

  • Materials and Machinery Pathways Analysis​

GO Virginia Funding: $40,500

Subregion: Greater Lynchburg