Informational Seminar

These information sessions will give an overview of all of the Workforce Training Fund Grant programs: the General Program Grant, Technical Assistance Grant, Consortium Grants, Express Program Grants, and Hiring Incentive Training Grants. The session will provide an overview of the features and benefits of each program, the amount of available funding, and how to apply for the each grant using the online application process.

General Program Training Grant Application Workshop

This three hour workshop is for those companies that are ready to apply or are in the process of applying for a general program training grant. The workshop provides a comprehensive review of the general program grant application including discussing what makes for a competitive application, how to develop a successful training plan, measurable grant outcomes, grant terminology, and examples. Seating is limited to 20 people. Workshops display in green.

Please note that some locations may have limited seats; to ensure a seat, contact the coordinator related to the specific event. If there is a problem registering contact:

Michael Corcoran
Work:  617-626-6426
Cell:    857-753-3494
Email: mcorcoran@detma.org

Wednesday
June 12, 2013
1:00p.m. -3:00p.m.		 
Event:     Employer Forum on the Workforce Training Fund
Sponsor:  City of Lynn Mayor’s Office, Eastern Bank, North Shore Workforce Investment Board,
Stop and Compare Supermarkets, North Shore Community College,North Shore Latino Business Association,
North Shore Career Centers, English Works Campaign
Venue:  Eastern Bank
Location:  195 Market St., Lynn, MA 01901
        (Parking available across the street in the MBTA garage)
Contact:  Franklin Peralta, Phone 617-350-5480 ext. 219 Email: fperalta@miracoalition.org

 
Friday
June 14, 2013
1:00p.m.-3:00p.m.		 
Event:        MA Workforce Training Grant Briefing
Sponsors:   Employers Association of the NorthEast(EANE) -Agawam Office
Location:   67 Hunt Street, Agawam, MA 01001
Contact:  Barb Stowe Phone: 877-662-6444, ext. 3001 Email: bstowe@eane.org
Registration Deadline:June 10, 2013
 
Thursday
June 20, 2013
8:00a.m.- 11:00a.m.		 
Event:        Workforce Training Fund Information Session
Sponsors:   Newburyport Chamber of Commerce & Northern Essex Community College
Venue:      Zampell Companies
Location:   3 Stanley Tucker Drive, Newburyport, MA 01958
Contact:  George Moriarty Phone 978.659.1224 Email: gmoriarty@necc.mass.edu or Ann Ormond Phone 978.462.6680 Email: aormond@newburyportchamber.org
Additional Information: The session will provide local companies with valuable information about the Workforce Training Fund Program. The program enables companies to apply for grants for up to $250,000 to train their existing workers. Types of training include, but not limited to:
 • English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
 • ISO 9001-2008 Certification Preparation
 • Lean Manufacturing Leadership and Team Building
 • Cross-Training of the Workforce
 • Six Sigma Green Belt Training
 • Supervisory and Leadership Skills Training
 • Enhanced Customer Relationship Training
 
Friday
June 28, 2013
12noon - 3:30p.m.		 
Event:     General Program Training Grant Application Workshop
Sponsor:  Employers Association of the NorthEast (EANE) – Agawam Office
Location:   67 Hunt Street, Agawam, MA 01001
Contact:  Barb Stowe  Phone 877-662-6444, ext.3001 Email: bstowe@eane.org
Additional Information:  This three hour workshop is for those companies that are ready to apply or are in the process of applying for a general program training grant. The workshop provides a comprehensive review of the general program grant application including discussing what makes for a competitive application, how to develop a successful training plan, measurable grant outcomes, grant terminology, and examples. Seating is limited to 20 people.
 
Wednesday
July 17, 2013
9:00a.m.- 12:00noon		 
Event:       General Program Training Grant Application Workshop
Sponsors:   The Berkshire County Regional Employment Board, BerkshireWorks Career Center, and Berkshire Community College
Venue:      1 Berkshire Building, 2nd floor conference room
Location:   66 Allen Street, Pittsfield, MA
Contact to Register:  Barbara Emanuel Phone: 413-499-2220 ext.111 Email: bemanuel@berkshireworks.org
Registration Deadline: July 15, 2013
Additional Information:  This three hour workshop is for those companies that are ready to apply or are in the process of applying for a general program training grant. The workshop provides a comprehensive review of the general program grant application including discussing what makes for a competitive application, how to develop a successful training plan, measurable grant outcomes, grant terminology, and examples. Seating is limited to 20 people.
 
Friday
July 26, 2013
8:30a.m.- 10:30a.m.		 
Event:        Workforce Training Fund Information Session
Sponsors:   The ValleyWorks Career Center
Venue:      Osgood Landing (Private Dining Room) (Enter through main door)
Location:   1600 Osgood Street North Andover, MA 01845
Contact to Register:  Larry Snow Phone: 978-469-7819 Email: lsnow@detma.org
Additional Information:  The session will provide Employers with the most up to date information about the Workforce Training Fund Program (WTF). The WTF program enables companies to apply for grants to train their existing workers. Many types of training are available.
 
Tuesday
August 20, 2013
7:30a.m.- 9:30a.m.		 
Event:        Workforce Training Fund Information Session
Sponsors:   Franklin Hampshire Career Center collaborating with Greenfield Community College
Venue:      Greenfield Community College DOWNTOWN office
Location:   270 Main Street, Greenfield, MA 01301
Contact to Register:  Ann Deres Phone: 413-586-6506 ext.118 Email: ADeres@detma.org
Registration Deadline: August 19, 2013
Additional Information:  THIS EVENT IS FREE!
 
Friday
August 23, 2013
8:30a.m.-10:30a.m.		 
Event:        MA Workforce Training Grant Briefing
Sponsors:   Employers Association of the NorthEast(EANE) - Worcester Business Center
Location:   67 Millbrook Street, Worcester, MA 01606
     Worcester Business Center - South Entrance – 2nd Floor Ste. 208
Contact:  Barb Stowe Phone: 877-662-6444, ext. 3001 Email: bstowe@eane.org
 
Friday
December 06, 2013
8:30a.m.-10:30a.m.		 
Event:        MA Workforce Training Grant Briefing
Sponsors:   Employers Association of the NorthEast(EANE) - Worcester Business Center
Location:   67 Millbrook Street, Worcester, MA 01606
     Worcester Business Center - South Entrance – 2nd Floor Ste. 208
Contact:  Barb Stowe Phone: 877-662-6444, ext. 3001 Email: bstowe@eane.org