Delegate Kathy Tran Appointed to Virginia Board of Workforce Development
Springfield, VA - Delegate Kathy Tran has been appointed to the Virginia Board of Workforce Development by Speaker Eileen Filler-Corn. The Virginia Board of Workforce Development advises Governor Ralph Northam on the Commonwealth’s workforce strategies by providing leadership and guidance to Virginia’s public workforce system. Through local workforce centers, employment offices, and community colleges, Virginia’s public workforce system helps more than 1 million job seekers annually obtain the skills and credentials they need to succeed as well as connects employers with a qualified workforce.
Delegate Tran has extensive background in workforce development. She served in numerous leadership positions during her service as a civil servant for 12 years at the US Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration, including as Acting Administrator or the Office of Workforce Investment and the Director of the Division of Policy, Legislation and Regulations. Delegate Tran has also advocated for educational and workforce policies to help immigrants of all skill levels reach their career potential.
“I am honored to be appointed to the Virginia Board of Workforce Development. This is an opportunity to bring my workforce expertise to serve Virginia as we respond to the economic impacts of the coronavirus disease of 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. It is critical that Virginians are able to compete in a changing economy, and the public workforce system has an important role in our recovery. Together, we will overcome these uncertain times and ensure all Virginians have opportunities to achieve their American Dream,” said Delegate Tran.
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