Southern Illinois Workforce Development Board hosts Annual Meeting.
SIWDB, Greater Egypt, and Man-Tra-Con leadership honored local employers, customer successes, staff, and board members for their outstanding service to the community.
Man-Tra-Con Corporation Names Stephanie Robinson as Chief Executive Officer
In her new official position, Robinson will lead the organization’s strategic direction, operations, and partnerships as Man-Tra-Con continues its mission to provide workforce development services to students, job seekers, and employers, with the goal of building a skilled regional workforce across Southern Illinois.
Man-Tra-Con presents Joseph with a Department of Labor certificate for completing his CDL apprenticeship training program
Joseph had been an apprentice in an On-the-Job Training program (OJT) at Crisp Container Corporation since last year. The Apprenticeship Illinois program helped pay for a portion of his wages as he trained to be a CDL driver at Crisp Container.
DEVELOP YOUR LEADERS: Well Rounded Leadership Foundation
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Fourth Annual Workforce Summit held at John A. Logan College on October 1, 2025.
Man-Tra-Con Corporation and the Southern Illinois Workforce Development Board would like thank everyone who attended the 2025 Workforce Summit: Employer-Driven Solutions.
Man-Tra-Con welcomes Career Specialist Robin Pritchett back to our team
In August 2025, Robin began her employment at Man-Tra-Con as a Career Specialist serving Youth customers who are enrolled in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funded programs.
Man-Tra-Con welcomes Career Specialist Darien Daniel to our team
He began his employment at Man-Tra-Con in August 2025, as a Career Specialist. Darien serves Youth customers who are enrolled in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funded programs.
Save the Date! 4th Annual Workforce Summit: Employer-Driven Solutions — October 1, 2025
Featuring National Speakers and Local Employer Panel Discussions. Join us for our fourth workforce summit as we present information on current issues and facilitate discussions with local employers.
Work Experience Program helps Logan develop a career path in customer service.
Logan’s plan was to work in an office setting to gain customer service experience for his resume. He enrolled in our Work Experience Program (WEP) and began working as a Resource Room Assistant at the American Job Center in Marion while attending high school.
JTED and Work Experience Programs help Shauntae find a full-time job to support her family.
Shauntae came to Man-Tra-Con determined to enhance her job search skills. Having faced unemployment and various life challenges, she recognized the need for a fresh start.