Westchester County Association

Jason Chapin, WCA's Director of Workforce Development, invites you to help shape the future of our region by attending the WCA Job Fair on April 23rd at the Westchester County Center. Connect with top talent for your business. Register today! https://bit.ly/4i60NdQ #WCA75 #JobFair

The WCA has become a driving force in strengthening regional talent systems—and much of that momentum can be traced back to the Jobs Waiting program. Connecting job seekers with training and employment in high-demand jobs, this groundbreaking initiative provided a model for what’s possible when public leadership and regional collaboration align. The late Congresswoman Nita Lowey was instrumental in sparking this push. Her support launched a movement that led to transformative programs like the WCA’s Healthcare Talent Pipeline, Career Pathways initiative, regional Job Fairs, and our 1000 Jobs Challenge. From healthcare and finance to clean energy and beyond, these efforts have connected skilled individuals to critical roles—reshaping how Westchester prepares its workforce for the future. Watch this feature video to see our impact in action. #WCA75 #WorkforceDevelopment #EssentialJobs

The theme of WCA’s 6th Annual Regional Workforce Development Summit? The value of employer partnerships in boosting talent pipelines and strengthening our regional talent systems. 📚 Keynote speaker Kellianne Murphy emphasized that experiential learning provides students with structured, real world work experience combined with practical classroom learning. It helps students become fully prepared for the workforce upon graduation. One of our panelists, Kelli Baron-Cadiz said it best: “An engaged workforce is a productive workforce.” #WCA75 #WorkforceDevelopment Keynote Speaker: Kellianne Murphy Moderator: Kristin C. Greenwood PT, DPT, EdD, MS, FNAP Panelists: Joseph Ricca, EdD Kelli Baron-Cadiz Elinore Guerrero Claudia A. Murphy Thank You to our Hosting Sponsor: SUNY Westchester Community College Special Thank You to all our Sponsors: 914INC. NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital White Plains Hospital Westchester County Office of Economic Development Additional Support From: Brightcore Energy Burke Rehabilitation Fordham University School of Professional and Continuing Studies Westchester Medical Center Health Network 📸 Lynda Shenkman

Big launch! The WCA and the Pace University Land Use Law Center kicked off a three-part climate training program for newly appointed land-use and zoning officials. Thanks to a Westchester County grant, participants are diving into best practices, technical resources, and smart strategies to collaborate with developers and strengthen climate resiliency across Westchester. A key component of this year’s program: a resiliency assessment and follow-up technical assistance for communities most at risk of flooding. Smart tools, real impact. #WCA75 #Sustainability #ClimateResilience

NEW MEMBER ALERT … Your “outie” loves a stronger regional economy. Happy April 1st!

History was made this past weekend as WCA member Ken Jenkins was sworn in as County Executive, becoming the first Black County Executive in Westchester. Jenkins said, “Together, we will build a future that reflects the values we hold dear. The road ahead is long, but the strength and determination of this community will guide us every step of the way. And I stand here, humbly, to serve you and this great County. Our Westchester County.” Congratulations to Ken on behalf of the entire WCA. Westchester is in great hands. #CountyExecutive #Westchester

Students at Rebecca Turner Academy in Mt. Vernon learned about opportunities in pediatric nursing, radiology tech, and healthcare administration after a lively panel discussion organized on March 21 by the WCA’s Career Pathways program.  Thank you to the panelists from Westchester Medical Center Health Network, East River Medical Imaging, PC, Summit Health, and White Plains Hospital for sharing your wisdom. Check out WCA’s Guide for Jobseekers that serves as a vital resource for our aspiring medical professionals in Westchester: https://bit.ly/4iVsh6Y #WCA75 #Healthcare #CareerOpportunities

A WCA 75th anniversary moment ✨ #WCA75 Marissa Weidner loved leading the WCA’s Blueprint for Westchester, an initiative to drive economic vitality here. Real solutions for a great county! Check out WCA’s game-changing moments over the past 75 years here: https://bit.ly/41ZyLf7

Say hello to Kings Capital Construction Group Inc., new members of the Westchester County Association. They provide construction management, general contracting, and sitework development. Their motto? ‘Built by Kings.’ 👋 #WCA75

Nonprofits face increasing challenges, making advocacy more important than ever. We proudly partnered with Jan Fisher and Nonprofit Westchester to highlight the $5 billion #nonprofit sector—a vital economic driver and community pillar. For 75 years, WCA has united business, government, and nonprofits to tackle challenges and strengthen the region. We’re committed to advocating for nonprofits—including healthcare and education providers—so they have the support they need to succeed. Ken Jenkins Judith Watson Ellen Bloom, MPH Joe Simone Bob Knight Bill Mooney Kevin Plunkett Amy Allen