Mission:  To develop a highly skilled workforce that creates sustained economic prosperity in Clackamas County.

The Workforce Investment Council is a nonprofit organization dedicated to building a strong workforce in Clackamas County. Through public-private partnerships, its attracts funding to help local businesses proactively address a key challenge to their success—a skilled, competitive workforce.  The Workforce Investment Council makes critical investments in workforce training and education so that businesses can be competitive and prosperous.  The Workforce Investment Council funds key community agencies that provide employment and training solutions for job seekers and laid off workers through WorkSource Clackamas.

Consulting Role (2012):  Served as grantwriter for a successful US Department of Labor Federal funding request for 300 ex-offenders making the transition from jail inmate to productive citizen.  Job training will lead to credentials in high-demand industries, employment preparation, and mentoring, along with a connection to services such as housing, substance abuse and mental health treatment.  WICCO was one of only 9 grantees in the nationwide competition.

“WICCO contracted with Bill to write a federal grant proposal for $1.5 M that was successful. Bill was very efficient and thoughtful throughout the entire process. His insight into the grant writing process was a terrific guide. Bill’s ability to clarify and sum up what made our project special is no doubt a primary reason for the award!”

— Bridget Dazey, Program Manager