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About the Workforce Development Board
Mission Statement
Create opportunities for success by connecting businesses to a quality workforce
Vision
To effectively connect a world-class workforce that meets the needs and exceeds the expectations of our partners in the Adams County Business Community
The Workforce Development Board (WDB) is composed of community leaders dedicated to workforce development. The members of the Adams County WDB are representatives of private industry, nonprofits, and public agencies. The Workforce Development Board is mandated by federal legislation to oversee public investments in employment and training programs. This responsibility is accomplished through the activities of the Adams County Workforce and Business Center.
![]() Incoming Workforce Development Vice Chair, Lisa Hough, and incoming Board Chair, Peter Brissette. | ![]() Pictured left to right: Jodie Kammerzell, Adams County Workforce and Business Center; Dennis Atencio, Apex Transportation; James Newby, Colorado Department of Labor and Employment; Amy Clement, United Power; Peter Brisette, Digital Marketing Dude; Rebecca Woulfe, Front Range Community College; Lisa Hough, AC-REP; Mary Stevenson, DelTech Furnaces; Robb Gallegos, MSU Family Literacy Program; Simone Mortenson, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation; and Juan Hernandez, Pipefitters Union Local 208. |
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On May 9th the Adams County Workforce Development Board held their board meeting followed by a tour of the DEN3 Amazon Fulfillment Center located on 144th Avenue and Grant Street in Thornton. This three-story facility is 2.4 million square feet in size and employs 3,000 associates. It is the largest Amazon fulfillment center in the Northwest region of the United States. Board members were able to observe the numerous robots utilized to assist Amazon employees to maximize efficiency. Amazon is the largest employer in Adams County and offers various benefits to their associates such as health insurance, retirement, flexible schedule opportunities, and the Career Choice program which provides tuition assistance for continuing education in the field of their choice. The Workforce Development Board is exploring workforce development opportunities to collaborate with Amazon to fill their open positions and contribute to the growth of the Adams County economy. |
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On November 11, 2023, Commissioner Lynn Baca joined the Adams County Workforce Development Board (ACWDB) to be recognized as a High Performing Board for the fifth straight year by the Colorado Workforce Development Council (CWDC). Local Workforce Development Boards in Colorado are recognized as high performing by the CWDC when they achieve a series of key performance indicators and the ACWDB achieved the highest score available. The ACWDB is comprised of diverse and knowledgeable community members who actively participate in board meetings and activities supporting the local workforce system. They serve as liaisons between the community and the local workforce center, and actively work to accomplishes goals and strategic priorities through data driven, business-led meetings. This recognition is well deserved!
Pictured left to right: Britta Blodgett, Assistant Director of Communications & Collaboration, Colorado Workforce Development Council; Amy Clement, Chair, Adams County Workforce Development Board; Adams County Commissioner Lynn Baca.
Workforce Development Board Meetings
The Workforce Development Board meets from 8–9:30 a.m. at the Human Services Center, 11860 Pecos St., Westminster. For more information, please contact Yvonne Castillo at [email protected] or 720.523.2453. Minutes will be linked as they are available. All meetings are open to the public.
View the 2024 Meeting Schedule.
Board Meeting Agendas and Minutes
2023 | 2022 |
Thursday, January 12 | Thursday, January 13 Thursday, March 10 Thursday, May 12 |
Executive Committee Meeting Agendas and Minutes
2023 | 2022 |
Thursday, February 9 | Thursday, February 10 Thursday, June 9 Thursday, August 11 |
Contacting the Board
The efforts of the Workforce Development Board are open for public comment. Please submit your comments/ideas related to workforce development in Adams County to Yvonne Castillo at [email protected] or 720.523.2453.
Board Bylaws
Workforce Development Board Bylaws
Current List of Board Members
Amy Clement, Chair Peter Brissette, Vice Chair Mose Alvarez Dennis Atencio Angela Atkinson Larry Caschette Jaime Campbell Robb Gallegos | Lisa Hough Mark Miller Simone Mortenson James Newby Janet Renden Erika Rodriguez Mary Stevenson Rebecca Woulfe |
Contact
If you are interested in becoming a Workforce Development Board member, contact Yvonne Castillo at 720.523.2415.