Research + Publications

CWI understands that both quantitative and qualitative data are needed in order to understand the entire picture. Our knowledgeable research and data analysis staff employ multiple techniques and sources when gathering real-time labor market, economy, and education information. From traditional desktop data obtained across existing sources to more on the ground strategies such as intelligence gathering from stakeholders through interviews, focus groups, and input sessions.

Reports + Publications

2024 State of the Workforce Report

Business leaders and educators from across the Region gathered at Avalon Manor on Wednesday, July 17th for the unveiling of the biannual State of the Workforce Report. The report revealed issues, strengths, and trends set to impact Northwest Indiana’s economy for years. Prepared by the Center of Workforce Innovations and presented by the Northwest Indiana Workforce Board, the State of the Workforce Report collects demographic, wage, and education data from every county in the Region. More valuable than this type of raw data is the expert analysis it offers. For more information, please contact Kathy Neary, Chief Strategy & Business Engagement Officer, at  (219) 248-7849 or kneary@cwicorp.com.  The Presentation 2024 State of the Workforce

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2024 Lake County Workforce Update

Workforce development has experienced significant shifts across Northwest Indiana and the nation in recent years. To respond to ever-changing needs and demands, workers and employers alike are seeking economic regeneration. Center of Workforce Innovations (CWI), representing Northwest Indiana Workforce Board (NWIWB), is uniquely positioned to lead economic invigoration efforts and advance the Region’s status as a thriving, regional workforce hub where individual workers and local communities prosper. View the Strategy At Work for Lake County here.

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2024 Porter County Workforce Update

Workforce development has experienced significant shifts across Northwest Indiana and the nation in recent years. To respond to ever-changing needs and demands, workers and employers alike are seeking economic regeneration. Center of Workforce Innovations (CWI), representing Northwest Indiana Workforce Board (NWIWB), is uniquely positioned to lead economic invigoration efforts and advance the Region’s status as a thriving, regional workforce hub where individual workers and local communities prosper. View the Strategy At Work for Porter County here.

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2024 La Porte County Workforce Update

Workforce development has experienced significant shifts across Northwest Indiana and the nation in recent years. To respond to ever-changing needs and demands, workers and employers alike are seeking economic regeneration. Center of Workforce Innovations (CWI), representing Northwest Indiana Workforce Board (NWIWB), is uniquely positioned to lead economic invigoration efforts and advance the Region’s status as a thriving, regional workforce hub where individual workers and local communities prosper. View the Strategy At Work for La Porte County here.

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2024 Pulaski County Workforce Update

Workforce development has experienced significant shifts across Northwest Indiana and the nation in recent years. To respond to ever-changing needs and demands, workers and employers alike are seeking economic regeneration. Center of Workforce Innovations (CWI), representing Northwest Indiana Workforce Board (NWIWB), is uniquely positioned to lead economic invigoration efforts and advance the Region’s status as a thriving, regional workforce hub where individual workers and local communities prosper. View the Strategy At Work for Pulaski County here.

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2024 Newton County Workforce Update

Workforce development has experienced significant shifts across Northwest Indiana and the nation in recent years. To respond to ever-changing needs and demands, workers and employers alike are seeking economic regeneration. Center of Workforce Innovations (CWI), representing Northwest Indiana Workforce Board (NWIWB), is uniquely positioned to lead economic invigoration efforts and advance the Region’s status as a thriving, regional workforce hub where individual workers and local communities prosper. View the Strategy at Work for Newton County here.

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