Workforce Development Board

Business Members:

Chuck Chandler, Residence Inn by Marriott Fulton at Maple Lawn (Board Chair)

Robert Hooten, Hooten Construction (Vice Chair)

Dwight Carr, Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory

Paul Pappas, Pete Pappas and Sons

Chesahna Kindred, Kindred Hair and Skin Center

Cherie Wallace, Power 52 Foundation

Ucheonye Maple, Noteworthy Consulting


Partner Members:

Jennifer Jones, Howard County Economic Development Authority

Stephanie Discepolo, Howard County Public Schools

Geneva Rieu, Howard County Department of Social Services

Julie Givens, Division of Workforce Development & Adult Learning, Maryland Department of Labor

(Pending) Maryland State Department of Education, Division of Rehabilitation Services

Dean Turner, Community Action Council of Howard County

Rosie Verratti, Howard Community College

Labor/Apprenticeship/Community Organization

(Pending) Howard County Government

Jack Powell, IBEW, Fourth District

Inclement weather policy: In the event Howard County Public Schools are closed or delayed, the WDB meeting will be CANCELLED.

The Howard County Workforce Development Board meets quarterly. Below are the meeting dates for the year:
 

• 2026- Dates coming soon!

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• February 7, 2025 – Residence Inn at Maple Lawn (Completed)

• May 2, 2025 – Howard County Department of Social Services  (Completed)

• July 11, 2025 – Adams & Associates, Inc. 10400 Little Patuxent Pkwy #200, Columbia, MD 21044

• September 12, 2025 – Residence Inn Fulton, Maple Lawn

• December 5, 2025 – The Columbia Workforce Center

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We’re pleased to share that the Howard County Workforce Local Plan for 2024-2028 is now available. This plan outlines our vision and strategies for building a strong, skilled workforce in Howard County.

To view the draft plan, click

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Local policies for the Howard County Workforce Development Area :
 

Workforce Development Board Career Pathways

Take advantage of the interactive tool provided by the Howard County Workforce Development Board to access information on high-demand industries for youth and adults in Howard County and the region. This valuable resource helps residents explore career opportunities and make informed decisions about their professional futures. Click here to discover the in-demand industries in our community.

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Click to view a copy of the board's by-laws.
 

There are currently no open solicitations at this time.