Cheektowaga Economic Development

The Economic Development Group, Inc is a prominent organization based in Buffalo, NY, dedicated to advancing the economic well-being of Western New York. Through their flagship initiative, the Northland Workforce Training Center, they aim to bridge the skills gap in the local labor pool and create opportunities for high-paying advanced manufacturing and energy careers. With a focus on industry-driven education, training, and workforce development, they collaborate with employers, educational institutions, and government entities to provide pathways to gainful employment and economic sustainability. As the anchor of the Northland Beltline redevelopment project, the Northland Workforce Training Center plays a vital role in the revitalization of Buffalo's East Side. Located at 683 Northland Ave, this state-of-the-art facility offers a unique approach to post-secondary education, addressing barriers such as transportation, childcare, academic readiness, and affordability. By providing for-credit education at little to no cost and comprehensive support services, they ensure that individuals with financial need have access to quality training and career opportunities in the advanced manufacturing and energy sectors.Generated from the website