Baltimore Workforce Development Board
Name | Baltimore Workforce Development Board |
Function | The Baltimore Workforce Development Board (BWDB) is made up of a majority of business leaders who oversee workforce development in Baltimore City, in conjunction with labor, workforce, education and philanthropy. They partner with a broad array of workforce stakeholders to ensure our combined efforts are well-coordinated, high-quality and impactful for jobseekers and employers. Peruse our site to learn more about current workforce efforts and how you can get involved. |
Composition | Baltimore Workforce Development Board |
City Council Approval | No |
Legal Authority | The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) (H.R. 803; PL113-128) |
Liason/Executive Director Name | Jason Perkins-Cohen |
Liason/Executive Director Phone | 410-396-1910 |
Liason/Executive Director Email | Jason.perkins-cohen@Baltimorecity.gov |
Board Chair | Ms. Yariela Kerr-Donovan Senior Director, Community Education Programs; Dept. of Human Services, Strategic Workforce Planning and Development Johns Hopkins Health System 1101 E. 33rd Street, Suite A200 Baltimore, MD 21218 (443) 997-4587 ykerrdo1@jhmi.edu |