Workforce Investment Board of SW Missouri

Workforce Investment Board of SW Missouri The mission statement of the WIB is easily translated into three areas of strategic focus: Business

The prime mission of Southwest Missouri’s Workforce Investment Board (WIB) is to enrich the region’s economy by preparing businesses and the workforce for global competitiveness. We’re a progressive workforce intermediary that leverages resources to increase the value of the region’s human capital portfolio (the workforce) to fuel economic momentum. The WIB is a non-profit corporation that operate

s a business-driven framework for economic growth on a regional basis. We oversee employment and training programs in the seven counties of Barry, Barton, Dade, Jasper, Lawrence, McDonald, and Newton in Southwest Missouri. Through our Heartland 411 partnership, we join forces with neighboring WIBs in Southeast Kansas, Northeast Oklahoma, and Northwest Arkansas to enhance the greater Four-States area labor market. The WIB’s role with the Joplin Regional Partnership further links the WIB’s resources with economic development tools to help our regional communities in pursuit of prosperity.

10/02/2025

It's going to be a great event and there's still time to register! BuildMyFutureSWMO.com Here's a list of our sponsor so far.

On Friday, September 26th, we’ll be hosting the Forward Together Workforce Summit at the MSSU Billingsly Center (Connor ...
09/23/2025

On Friday, September 26th, we’ll be hosting the Forward Together Workforce Summit at the MSSU Billingsly Center (Connor Ballroom) from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

This event is all about bringing employers, educators, and community leaders together to talk about the workforce challenges we’re all facing—and more importantly, the solutions we can work on together. You’ll hear from regional experts on workforce development, apprenticeships, leadership, and tools that can help strengthen our pipeline of skilled talent.

We’re especially excited to welcome Missouri State Senator Jill Carter as our keynote speaker. She’ll be sharing her perspective on workforce policy and the importance of building partnerships that prepare our state for the future.

Event Details:
Date: Friday, September 26, 2025
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: MSSU Billingsly Center, Connor Ballroom
You can register here: www.mokanpartnership.com/register.
I hope you’ll consider joining us—we’d love to see you there!

Registration is open. Build My Future /AME begins October 23, 2025 9-2 . Looking for employers in construction and manu...
07/11/2025

Registration is open. Build My Future /AME begins October 23, 2025 9-2 . Looking for employers in construction and manufacturing and students from the surrounding area. Call 417-629-7774 for questions. BuildmyFutureSWMO.com

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Yesterday, our Board Meeting kicked off with a guided tour of the KCU Medical and Dental College in Joplin, and included...
09/18/2024

Yesterday, our Board Meeting kicked off with a guided tour of the KCU Medical and Dental College in Joplin, and included the Missouri Healthcare Report presented by Jill Williams, Missouri Hospital Association.

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10/30/2023

Refresco, a nationwide beverage bottling manufacturer, will expand its Joplin location, investing $30.5 million and creating 40 jobs. Acting Director Hataway: “Refresco’s growth in Joplin is creating opportunities that are helping Missourians prosper. This company’s decision to expand its existing location demonstrates our state’s ability to provide what businesses need to thrive." Details: https://bit.ly/3QzzOga

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730 S Wall Avenue
Joplin, MO
64801

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+14176293000

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