MAWD - Missouri Association for Workforce Development

06/03/2026

TODAY!

MEMBERS - The Annual Meeting is approaching. Be sure to login to your account at https://smpl.is/ak2au and register! We will be discussing the annual reports, updates, elections, and MORE!

06/01/2026

Happy Pride! ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜
Did you know the Library of Congress has resources available to support workers?
Check it out at https://smpl.is/ak968

05/27/2026

Time is running out! Cast your vote. MEMBERS - check your email for the link to vote!

05/27/2026

We are stronger when we work together.

At the 42nd NAWDP Annual Conference in Phoenix, workforce leaders gathered for the session Why Workforce Needs Both National and State Associations to discuss how collaboration across associations helps strengthen the workforce development field nationwide.

The discussion focused on the shared role associations play in supporting workforce professionals through advocacy, professional development, networking, and partnership-building. Panelists emphasized that national and state organizations each bring important perspectives and resources to the table, and together, they create a stronger support system for the workforce community.

The session was moderated by NAWDP's CEO Melissa Robbins with panelists:
• Donna Sheets, Missouri Association for Workforce Development
• Kirkland Murray, Maryland Workforce Association
• Kelly Folks, Rocky Mountain Workforce Development Association
• Brent Balog, Oregon Employment and Training Association

The workforce development community continues to show what’s possible when we lead, learn, and advocate together.

05/22/2026

MEMBERS - The Annual Meeting is approaching. Be sure to login to your account at https://smpl.is/ak2au and register! We will be discussing the annual reports, updates, elections, and MORE!

05/19/2026

05/18/2026

The Missouri Association for Workforce Development family continues to grow stronger!

Please join MAWD in congratulating Erica Davis and Shannon Johnson on successfully completing the Certified Workforce Development Leader (CWDL) program. Their commitment to professional growth and leadership development reflects the passion and dedication that drives the workforce development field forward every day.

We are also excited to see Samantha Terry begin her CWDL cohort journey and look forward to watching her continued growth as an emerging leader over the next year.

Congratulations to all three of these outstanding workforce professionals for investing in leadership, learning, and the future of our workforce system!

05/18/2026

MAWD Board members, Shannon Johnson and Erica Davis, presented capstone projects yesterday to complete the first cohort of NAWDP - National Association of Workforce Development Professionals Leadership Academy. This year-long commitment culminates in a graduation ceremony today during the opening session.

05/15/2026

VOTING IS OPEN! Members: Check your email for a link to the proposed changes and the link to the electronic ballot. Cast your vote now!

05/06/2026

Presentations and Handouts available! Attendees, check your email for a link to our library. If the materials were provided, we have made them available to you. The page will remain open until May 31, 2026.

Thank you for attending the 2026 conference and Empowering Tomorrow's Workforce Today!