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OCEANA COUNTY
Oceana County Economic Alliance (OCEA) is the county-wide economic development and community development non-profit organization with local funding and a board of local leaders. OCEA connects local organizations and prospective businesses with resources including site selection, research, education, networking opportunities, housing, placemaking, and workforce development, and partners closely with local, regional, and state agencies to connect resources to organizations throughout Oceana County. OCEA fosters economic prosperity as the central hub for the promotion and support of progress throughout Oceana County. OCEA was original formed by Oceana County Commissioners as Oceana County Economic Development Corporation (OCEDC) in 1980, was reorganized in 2018, and began a strategic partnership with The Right Place.
PEOPLE KEY INITIATIVES
1 2 Support workforce programs and training for Oceana organizations and leaders. Connect local HR and business leaders with state and local workforce development resources. Create a symbiotic relationship where a skilled and available workforce attracts and retains businesses, and business needs inform workforce training programs 1 2 Collaborate with educational leaders and partners to expand workforce development efforts. Partner with local schools to ensure high-quality Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs are in place to train a qualified workforce that meets local needs. Improve the workforce pipeline by aligning educational programs with local industry needs. 1 2 Encourage collaboration and sharing resources with support service agencies. Promote support service agencies addressing barriers to work, including access to housing, childcare, and transportation. Provide resources, technical assistance, and connections for workforce agencies in Oceana County
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