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Understand the economy
Listen to employers and analyze labor-market trends, skill needs, hiring pressures, technology changes, and program outcomes.
DuPage County Workforce Innovation Board
Shaping the future of work in DuPage County
The Board brings together leaders from business, education, labor, economic development, government, and community organizations to strengthen DuPage County’s talent pipeline and economy.
Upcoming public meeting
DuPage County WIB Meeting
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 · 7:30 AM
2525 Cabot Dr. Ste. 302, Lisle, IL 60532 | In-person
Turning workforce insight into action
Members contribute industry expertise, examine workforce data, engage employers, guide public investments, advance initiatives, and monitor the performance of the local workforce system.
Our role
How the Board shapes DuPage County’s workforce
The Board connects regional intelligence with coordinated action. Its influence extends from employer engagement and strategic planning to program oversight and system accountability.
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Set regional priorities
Determine where the workforce system should focus its attention, partnerships, policies, and resources.
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Bring leaders together
Connect business, education, labor, economic development, government, and community partners around shared challenges.
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Guide investment
Provide strategic direction and oversight for federally funded workforce programs and services.
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Advance solutions
Develop initiatives, improve talent pipelines, coordinate resources, and respond to emerging workforce needs.
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Measure results
Monitor performance and ensure the workforce system produces meaningful outcomes for businesses and residents.
Strategic priorities
Current priorities and initiatives
The Board focuses its attention on the workforce issues most consequential to DuPage County’s businesses, workers, and communities. Select an initiative below to learn more about the work underway.
Industry engagement DuPage County Industry Insight Series Bringing industry leaders together to identify workforce challenges, exchange ideas, and determine actionable next steps. +
The Board convenes leaders from major DuPage County industries for candid, solution-focused conversations about hiring, retention, emerging skill needs, and opportunities for collaboration. The takeaways help inform future programs, policies, partnerships, resource development, and community responses.
Challenge
Industry-specific hiring, retention, and workforce pressures
Board action
Convene industry leaders for focused discussion and insight
Intended result
Practical, industry-informed workforce solutions
Sessions completed
Manufacturing
Local manufacturers who actively partner with the workforce system discussed industry challenges, shared resources and best practices, and identified opportunities for stronger workforce collaboration.
Healthcare
DuPage County healthcare leaders, joined by State Representative Martha “Marti” Deuter, participated in a solution-focused discussion about workforce development needs and opportunities across the sector.
Next industry
Information technology
What comes next
The Board will review session takeaways, identify shared priorities, and determine how industry insights can shape future workforce programs, partnerships, resources, and planning.
Talent development Building stronger talent pipelines Connecting education, training, work-based learning, and career pathways more closely with employer demand. +
The Board works with employers, educators, training providers, and community partners to strengthen the pathways that prepare residents for in-demand careers and help businesses develop the talent they need.
Areas of focus
Career awareness, occupational training, work-based learning, employer partnerships, and clearer connections between education and employment.
Current work
Strengthening coordination among workforce partners and aligning services with the changing skill needs of DuPage County employers.
Economic intelligence Using data to guide decisions Applying economic intelligence and performance data to identify workforce needs, direct resources, and assess results. +
The Board reviews labor-market conditions, employer feedback, service outcomes, and workforce-system performance to better understand regional needs and make informed strategic decisions.
Areas of focus
Occupational demand, industry trends, hiring challenges, participant outcomes, employer engagement, and system performance.
Intended result
More targeted investments, stronger accountability, and workforce strategies that respond to documented regional needs.
Workforce access Expanding access to opportunity Strengthening pathways for residents who face barriers to employment, training, and career advancement. +
The Board supports a workforce system designed to connect more residents with career services, occupational training, work experience, and employment opportunities.
Areas of focus
Reducing barriers, strengthening partner referrals, improving awareness of available services, and expanding connections to employers and career pathways.
Intended result
A more accessible workforce system that helps residents move toward stable employment and long-term career advancement.
Governance and public access
Meetings, plans, and public information
Workforce Innovation Board meetings are open to the public. Review upcoming meeting dates, agendas, minutes, workforce plans, and Board governance documents.
Public participation and accommodations
Members of the public may attend Workforce Innovation Board and Executive Committee meetings. Contact the Workforce Innovation Board Manager for meeting-access information, public-comment procedures, or disability-related accommodations.
2026 meeting schedule
Meetings are generally held from 7:30–9:00 a.m. at the workNet DuPage Career Center, 2525 Cabot Drive, Suite 302, Lisle, Illinois. Meeting-specific documents are posted as they become available.
Meeting type
Date
Time and location
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Full Board
January 28, 2026
Wednesday
7:30–9:00 a.m.
workNet DuPage Career Center
workNet DuPage Career Center
Executive
February 25, 2026
Wednesday
7:30–9:00 a.m.
workNet DuPage Career Center
workNet DuPage Career Center
Agenda
Minutes
Full Board
March 25, 2026
Wednesday
7:30–9:00 a.m.
workNet DuPage Career Center
workNet DuPage Career Center
Agenda
Minutes
Executive
April 22, 2026
Wednesday
7:30–9:00 a.m.
workNet DuPage Career Center
workNet DuPage Career Center
Agenda
Minutes
Full Board
May 27, 2026
Wednesday
7:30–9:00 a.m.
workNet DuPage Career Center
workNet DuPage Career Center
Full Board
June 24, 2026
Wednesday
7:30–9:00 a.m.
workNet DuPage Career Center
workNet DuPage Career Center
Executive
July 22, 2026
Wednesday
7:30–9:00 a.m.
workNet DuPage Career Center
workNet DuPage Career Center
Agenda
Minutes
Full Board
August 26, 2026
Wednesday
7:30–9:00 a.m.
workNet DuPage Career Center
Next scheduled Full Board meeting
workNet DuPage Career Center
Next scheduled Full Board meeting
Agenda
Minutes
Executive
September 23, 2026
Wednesday
7:30–9:00 a.m.
workNet DuPage Career Center
workNet DuPage Career Center
Agenda
Minutes
Full Board
October 28, 2026
Wednesday
7:30–9:00 a.m.
workNet DuPage Career Center
workNet DuPage Career Center
Agenda
Minutes
Executive
November 18, 2026
Wednesday
7:30–9:00 a.m.
workNet DuPage Career Center
Third Wednesday due to Thanksgiving
workNet DuPage Career Center
Third Wednesday due to Thanksgiving
Agenda
Minutes
Meeting records
View current and archived agendas and approved minutes for the full Board and Executive Committee.
Planning and policy documents
Review the plans and policies that guide the local workforce system and Board operations.
Local WIOA Plan, 2024–2028
Local workforce strategy for DuPage County.
Regional WIOA Plan, 2024–2028
Regional workforce strategy for Northeast Illinois.
Conflict of Interest Policy and Standards of Conduct
Add the current policy document link.
Leadership and membership
Meet the leaders behind the work
Board members contribute professional expertise, regional insight, and direct connections to the businesses, institutions, and communities they represent.
Board Chair
A message from our Chair
Susan Ryan
Vice President of Human Resources · Victor Envelope
“I am honored to serve as Chair for the DuPage County Workforce Innovation Board along with a talented group that represents the local business community as well as other community representatives. We are passionate advocates for DuPage County and the continued advancement of our citizens and businesses.”
Our members welcome questions and opportunities to strengthen DuPage County’s workforce system through collaboration, informed leadership, and regional action.
Board leadership
Officers
Chair
Susan Ryan
Victor Envelope
Vice Chair
Kevin Bass
Sterling Engineering
Secretary
Tiffany Rotondo
Jel-Sert
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Treasurer
Position currently vacant
Officer position to be filled
Regional representation
Board members
The Board includes representatives from business, education, labor, government, economic development, and community organizations throughout DuPage County.
Barbara Szczepaniak
The DuPage Community Foundation
Brig Timpson
College of DuPage
Calvin Giles
Illinois Department of Employment Security
Christine Torres
Crowe LLP
Craig Meyer
RJW Logistics Group
Dan Deasy
College of DuPage
Dave Sabathne
Western DuPage Chamber of Commerce
Dr. Michael Wojtowicz
Lake Park High School District 108
Eric Metcalf
NAMI DuPage
Erin Cohan
Northwestern Medicine
Greg Bedalov
Choose DuPage
Jane Clark
NationaLease
Kimberly Godden
Superior Ambulance
Larry Blackburn
Datatelligent
Lisa Schvach
workNet DuPage
Mary Keating
DuPage County Community Services
Michael Fumagalli
DAOES / Technology Center of DuPage
Michelle Einfalt
Endeavor Health
Nisha Patel
Systematics
Patrick Chandler
United Parcel Service
Patti Romanowicz
Evolution Consulting
Peter Skoda
Freudenberg Home and Cleaning Solutions
Rahnee Patrick
Illinois Department of Rehabilitation Services / Illinois Department of Human Services
Rosanne Potter
Sentinel Technologies
Stephanie Kifowit
Cisco
Terry Jarman
IBEW Local 701
Tom Wendorf
Illinois Workforce Innovation Board
Contact the Board
Connect with the Workforce Innovation Board
Contact Board staff, attend a public meeting, submit public comment, or learn how your organization can participate in regional workforce initiatives.
Jenna Stutz
Workforce Innovation Board Manager
Email: jstutz@worknetdupage.org
Phone: (630) 955-2033
