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Workforce Alliance Network

Partnering for Success, Building the Future

At the Workforce Alliance Network (WAN), we connect businesses with skilled CCC students to create partnerships that fuel success. Whether you're searching for workforce-ready talent or looking to mentor the next generation, WAN is your gateway to impact, growth, and collaboration.

Our Mission

Empowering Growth Through Connection

The Workforce Alliance Network exists to bridge the gap between education and industry by cultivating meaningful relationships. Our mission is clear and impactful: to empower businesses with top-tier talent, nurture student growth, and build stronger, more connected industry partnerships.

We’re not just a network. We’re a movement toward shared success for businesses, students, and local communities. Together, we’re building a future where everyone gets what they’re looking for.


Function & Impact

Shaping Tomorrow, One Partnership at a Time

WAN serves as a catalyst for change, driving innovation and collaboration by connecting job-ready students with organizations eager to grow. Here's how WAN makes a difference:

For Businesses
Tap into a talent pool of industry-certified, CCC-endorsed, and workforce-readiness prepped students who are highly motivated and prepared to make an immediate impact. With our students you can streamline onboarding, cut costs, and enhance your workforce with skilled contributors ready to succeed.

For Students
Provide real-world opportunities that transform classroom learning and industry certifications into practical, hands-on experience—building greater confidence for career success.

For Communities
Create a ripple effect of growth, innovation, and opportunity by fostering partnerships that boost the local economy and support workforce expansion.

Every connection we facilitate transforms a job opportunity into a success story.


Our Goals

Building a Brighter Tomorrow, Together

We’ve set clear goals to guide our growth and focus our efforts:

  1. Strengthen Local Businesses by connecting them with top-tier, workforce-ready graduates through our collaboration as a leading training facility and top-tier partner.
  2. Empower Students with the tools, experience, and mentorship to thrive in real-world settings, backed by our expertise as a premier training facility.
  3. Facilitate Collaboration between CCC, local industries, and us as a trusted partner to drive mutual innovation and growth.
  4. Promote Leadership by celebrating businesses and partners like us who actively contribute to skill development and community growth.
  5. Create Lasting Impact by fostering sustainable partnerships, supported by our role as a top-tier partner and leader in training and development.
  6. Mutual Endorsement strengthens the reputation of businesses as leaders in workforce development while positioning the CCC as a top-tier workforce training center. This collaboration showcases the value of our partnership in driving innovation and growth in local industries.

 


 

Partnering with the Workforce Alliance Network

Unlocking Opportunities for Your Business

Joining WAN means becoming part of something larger—something impactful. Here’s how partnering with us brings unparalleled opportunities to your business:

 

COMING SOON: WAN Member Directory

Meet the Visionary Businesses Behind the Network

Our community is thriving with innovative businesses that have joined the Workforce Alliance Network to support local talent and drive success. Explore the Member Directory to see the forward-thinking companies shaping the workforce of tomorrow.

From industries like healthcare and automotive to marketing and construction, each member contributes to building a stronger, more connected community. 


Eligibility Requirements for Joining the Workforce Alliance Network

Checklist to Become a Partner

To join the Workforce Alliance Network and contribute to shaping the future workforce, businesses must meet the following requirements. These criteria ensure a mutually beneficial partnership that empowers students and supports your business growth:

✔ Offer Real-World Experiences
Commit to providing opportunities for students, such as internships, job shadowing, mentoring, or other hands-on learning experiences.

✔ Demonstrate Community Investment
Show a willingness to engage with and support local educational initiatives through active participation in workforce development.

✔ Provide a Clear Learning Structure
Design a defined framework for the experiences you provide, ensuring students gain meaningful skills and insights relevant to their career paths.

✔ Collaborate with Us
Work with WAN to identify your business needs and match them with skilled, eager students from the CCC talent pool.

✔ Champion Workforce Growth
Align with WAN’s mission to empower the next generation while strengthening your industry and community.

Additional Benefits of Joining

By meeting these eligibility requirements, your business unlocks access to motivated, workforce-ready talent, enhances its community presence, and earns recognition as a leader in workforce development.

Are you ready to make an impact?

Dr. Anne Hickman, CCC Director
(816) 380-3253
anne.hickman@harrisonvilleschools.org 

 

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