Katie brings extensive experience in project management, grant writing, interagency coordination, and program implementation. She will oversee and direct initiatives involving our Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funded programs.
As a Career Specialist, Charelle serves adult and dislocated worker customers who are enrolled in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funded programs.
As a Training & Reintegration Career Specialist, Robert serves customers who have been justice-impacted and are in the process of returning to the workforce. Robert will also serve customers who are enrolled in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funded programs.
Administered through Man-Tra-Con Corporation, the Apprenticeship Illinois program is an industry-driven, high-quality career pathway that allows employers to develop, prepare, and retain a skilled workforce tailored to their business needs.
SIWDB, Greater Egypt, and Man-Tra-Con leadership honored local employers, customer successes, staff, and board members for their outstanding service to the community.
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.
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.
Are you ready to take the next step in your career and lead with confidence? IMEC’s 8-week program is specifically designed for new and emerging supervisors who want to build the core skills and strategies needed to excel in leadership.
Man-Tra-Con Corporation and the Southern Illinois Workforce Development Board would like thank everyone who attended the 2025 Workforce Summit: Employer-Driven Solutions.
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.