WNY Manufacturing & Tech Workforce Coalition (Brookings Recognized)

The Catalyst Strategy Group (CSG) supported the development and strategic design of a nationally recognized regional workforce intermediary model and now leads implementation efforts to align partners, deliver programs, and drive measurable outcomes. In just two years, the Coalition has delivered measurable results, with program graduates generating more than $18 million in economic impact while expanding access to family-sustaining careers.

The model has been recognized by the Brookings Institution as a promising practice in workforce ecosystem development and serves as a blueprint for regions seeking to build coordinated, industry-driven talent systems. Read the full article →