CEO a role model for steward leadership with many contributions

Mike Betts played a significant role in the creation of the San Joaquin Valley Manufacturing Alliance, which has become the driving force for a world class CTE ecosystem in the San Joaquin Valley.

Magnetika HR manager delivers on student internships, exceeds expectation

Catherine Holdbrook-Smith, HR manager for Magnetika, partners with El Camino College and South Bay Workforce Investment Board to recruit high school students for engineering/manufacturing internships.

Businessman with deep roots helps advance manufacturing in Inland Empire

From his duties as president of the Manufacturers' Council of the Inland Empire to running a family business, Wallace Brithinee is a champion for building a Strong Workforce.

Girl Scouts executive seeks new opportunities to introduce girls to careers

Knea Hawley of the Girl Scouts of San Gorgonio Council is a fantastic partner who provides countless educational and leadership opportunities for girls throughout the Inland Empire.

IT services provider contributes big to ICT education in the Desert Region

Stephen Monteros and Claire Jefferson-Glipa of ConvergeOne help build the region's workforce by sharing valuable knowledge, offering up training space and opening the company's doors for events.