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Inspiring Success Stories

Transforming Lives in Central Missouri

Lives are being changed every day through workforce development efforts. Here are their stories.

Our Success Stories

What We Offer

Job Seeker Services

Explore numerous opportunities with the Central Workforce Development Region! Our Job Centers offer free services to help you prepare for, find, and secure jobs that match your strengths and goals.

Employer Services

Available at NO cost to you, we offer a variety of employer services, including job matching, consulting, work opportunity tax credits, on-the-job training, incumbent worker training, transition assistance, and more. See full details below. 

Tune into the podcast

The Workforce Link Podcast with Sundi Jo Graham

The Workforce Link Podcast offers forward thinking conversations for the workforce, linking employers and job seekers to a brighter tomorrow. 

Hosted by Sundi Jo Graham from the Central Workforce Development Board, The Workforce Link covers job searching, resume and interview tips, leadership, personal development, and features interviews with industry leaders from the private and public sectors.

Central Region News

From Army MP to Federal Detective: Taylor Cortez’s Civilian Career Takeoff

Army veteran Taylor Cortez transitions from military police to federal detective with JVSG support and a clear career goal in forensics.

Honoring Wayne Houtman for a Dedicated Career of Service in the Central Region 

After 17 years of service, Wayne Houtman retires from DHEWD, leaving a lasting impact on Veterans and workforce development in Missouri.

MDHEWD Launches Free Courses to Help Missourians Find and Prepare for Jobs, Build Personal Finance Skills

Free Coursera courses from MDHEWD help Missourians build job readiness and financial skills with flexible, self-paced learning.

Madison Knierim Becomes an LPN with Help from the Good Jobs Challenge Grant

Discover how Madison Knierim became an LPN with support from Missouri’s Good Jobs Challenge Grant and achieved her nursing career goals.

MDHEWD Highlights Free Resources for Students and Job Seekers in Honor of Financial Literacy Month

Celebrate Financial Literacy Month with MDHEWD’s free tools to help Missourians budget, plan, and succeed in education and career goals.

Missouri Employment Update: February 2025 Job Growth and Trends

Discover Missouri’s robust job growth in February 2025, with a stable unemployment rate of 3.7% and sector-specific trends.

Second Chances, Stronger Futures: The Importance of Second Chance Month

Second Chance Month highlights the impact of workforce professionals in supporting justice-involved individuals and promoting second-chance hiring.

How the Central Workforce Development Region Helped Hermann Sand & Gravel and Missouri River Towing Improve Retention

The Lebanon Job Center helped Hermann Sand & Gravel and Missouri River Towing improve employee retention and fill job openings through hiring events.

The Central Region Assists Royal Canin in Hosting Hiring Event for Displaced Employees

The Central Region assisted Royal Canin in hosting a hiring event for displaced employees as the Rolla factory prepares for closure in 2025.

Rolla Job Center Supervisor, Scott Sloan Recognized as DHEWD Employee of the Month

Scott Sloan, Rolla Job Center Supervisor, is named DHEWD Employee of the Month for his dedication to QUEST enrollments and workforce development.

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