The Local Workforce Innovation Board (LWIB) of Region 15 is a community-driven organization dedicated to aligning workforce development efforts with local economic needs. It brings together business leaders, educational institutions, workforce providers, and community organizations to identify skill gaps, develop targeted training programs, and create pathways to employment for residents. By fostering collaboration and strategic planning, the LWIB helps ensure a skilled, competitive workforce that supports regional economic growth and prosperity.
Workforce Innovation Board (WIB) Members
- Zach Bell, Alcast
- Mark DeKeersgieter, CIRBIN
- John Edwards, Peoria Citizens Comm. for Economic Opportunity
- Tammy Foley, Mid Central Community Action
- Brian Ford, Facet Technologies
- Luke Gordon, Monge, Crouch and Mahoney Ins.
- Wendy Hess, Carle Health
- John Hubert, Caterpillar
- Jeffery Inman, Greater Peoria EDC
- Lori Johnson, Goodwill Industries of Central Illinois
- Sherry Laible-White, Illinois Dept. Human Services
- Bill Lawrence, PLR (Petrov/Lawrence/Reed) Ins. Services
- Sam Lewis, Pridestaff - Board Chair
- Todd Mundorf, NRG of Pekin, IL
- Karol Nova, IDHS/DRS
- Curtis Oldfield, Spoon River College
- Rick Pearce, Heartland College
- Brian Plath, Wayfinder
- Steve Timmermann, Bank of Pontiac
- Michael Predmore, Marcfirst
- Mike Shrier, Excalibur Seasoning
- Steve Stewart, Morton Industries
- John Luytostanski, Zentech
- Jody Wanless, IDES
- Matt Wachinski, Carpenters' Local #237
- John Whalen, Midwest Laborer's Econ. Dev. Council
- Dave White, Connect Transit
- Dr. Kamilah Williams, Illinois Central College
