Empowering Workforce Development in Richland-Crawford
Our Vision
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Whether you're an individual looking to gain new skills or an employer aiming to strengthen your team, the Area 10 Workforce Development Board is here to help. We connect job seekers, employees, and businesses in Richland and Crawford Counties with high-quality training opportunities, funding support, and educational partners. Our goal is to make it easy for you to access the tools and resources needed to grow, compete, and succeed. Let us help you take the next step—whether it’s advancing your career or investing in your workforce.
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Competitive Procurement
The Area 10 Workforce Development Board follows the procurement system established by the state of Ohio to select partners who deliver workforce and upskilling services. As the regional manager for the workforce system in Richland and Crawford Counties, the board oversees programs that serve both adults and youth. This process ensures that service providers are qualified, accountable, and aligned with the needs of local job seekers and employers. Through this structured approach, Area 10 connects the community with effective training, employment, and career development resources.
Budget Management
Our responsibility includes developing budgets for the board's activities and investing funds strategically to achieve optimal performance outcomes.
Maximizing Performance
We are dedicated to maximizing the impact of every dollar invested, ensuring that funds are used efficiently and effectively to benefit employers and job seekers.
Our Board
The Area 10 Workforce Development Boards must include a majority (at least 51%) of representatives from the business community, ensuring that employer needs and industry perspectives guide workforce strategies. (WIOA legislation) Additionally, the board must include representatives from workforce, education, labor, economic development, and community-based organizations. This diverse membership ensures alignment between training programs and the real-world demands of the regional labor market.
Board Leadership
Treasure
Stephen Wolford
Board Chair · Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer, Avita Health System
Beth DeLaney
Finance Committee Chair · President & Owner, Spherion Mid Ohio
Aaron Rasmus
Youth Committee Chair · President, Sentec Systems
Business Members
Treasure
Randa Payne
General Counsel, Adena Corporation
Kaitlyn McFarland
HR Business Partner, OhioHealth
Jenni Paramore
Community Outreach Education Manager, Directions Credit Union
Andrea Wildenthaler
Human Resources Manager, Vitro
Charlie Powell
Vice President, Baker's Collision
Zoi Romanchuk
President, Slick Automated Solutions, Inc.
Sam VanCura
CEO, Total Performance, Inc.
Paige Perkeybile
Human Resources Manager, Major Metals Company
Jim Fox
Director of Human Resources, Forge Fire & Company
Adam Weiser
General Manager, Advanced Fiber Technology
Chris McKeon
President, Weiss Industries, Inc.
Workforce & Community Partners
Treasure
Matt Aberl
Field Representative, Ohio Allied Craft Workers
Jeremiah Holland
Field Representative, Ohio Allied Craft Workers
Brian McPeek
Business Manager, IBEW Local 688 / Mansfield Area Electrical JATC
Nikia Fletcher
Director of Career & Technical Education, Mansfield City Schools
Dr. Dorey Diab
President, North Central State College
Makenna Laser
Executive Director, The Crawford Partnership
Jeremy Knisely
Program Delivery Manager, Ohio Department of Job & Family Services
Shannon Fletcher
Vocational Rehabilitation Director, Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities
Sonja Pluck
Director, Madison Adult Career Center
Lori Bedson
Director, Richland County Job & Family Services
Melinda Crall
Director, Crawford County Job & Family Services
Board of Governors
Treasure
Darrell Banks
County Commissioner, Richland County
Cliff Mears
County Commissioner, Richland County
Tony Vero
County Commissioner, Richland County
Tim Ley
County Commissioner, Crawford County
Jeff Price
County Commissioner, Crawford County
Larry Schmidt
County Commissioner, Crawford County
Community Involvement
We actively engage with the local community, businesses, and workforce to identify and promote effective strategies for development. By collaborating with stakeholders, we aim to create impactful initiatives that address the specific needs of the region.
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Meet Our Members
Our members bring diverse expertise and experience to drive workforce development initiatives.
