Regional Talent by the Numbers

626,000+

~1,000

$956

20+

Total Labor Force

annual high school graduates

Avg weekly wages (53% less than u.s.)

local career tech programs (atech)

Education & Workforce Pipeline

Driving regional prosperity through high-impact educational institutions that specialize in technical expertise, healthcare excellence, and industrial engineering.

Kent State University at Ashtabula

Leading the way in healthcare and tech, this campus offers specialized degrees in Nursing and Allied Health, fueling the vital medical sector of Ashtabula County.

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A-Tech Vocational Training

Strategic vocational programs in Precision Machining, Welding, and Advanced Manufacturing ensure local manufacturers have immediate access to a workforce trained on world-class equipment.

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Regional Academic Partnerships

Partnerships with Youngstown State University and other regional universities provide advanced pathways for engineering students and professional leadership development.

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Growth Partnership + A-Tech

Customized Training Solutions

Growth Partnership collaborates closely with A-Tech and local employers to design customized internships and training programs that match real-time skill needs.

Together, we meet with businesses to understand their workforce goals, then build hands-on learning experiences that prepare students and adult learners for in-demand roles.

Examples include:

• Advanced manufacturing and industrial maintenance

• Welding, machining, and fabrication

• Healthcare support and clinical pathways

• Logistics, warehousing, and CDL preparation

• IT support and basic cybersecurity skills

• Leadership, supervision, and soft skills training

From short-term upskilling to long-term talent pipelines, this partnership helps companies fill critical positions while giving local residents clear, career-focused pathways into high-wage, high-demand jobs.

Build Your Workforce

Workforce Development Classes

Empower your business with specialized upskilling. Through our partnership with The Computer Workshop, regional employers can access a comprehensive catalog of technical training and advanced skill development designed for modern industry needs.

GP Member Discounts

Exclusive discounted pricing is available for all Growth Partnership members, making high-quality technical training more accessible for your entire team.

Flexible Learning

Choose the format that works for your schedule with options for flexible online modules or convenient on-site training sessions conducted at your facility.

In-Demand Skills

Access specialized classes tailored to the most critical, in-demand technical skills required to maintain a competitive edge in today's market.

Please contact GP at (440) 576-9126 or Sonia@ashtabulagrowth.com prior to registering for your classes in order to claim your member discount.

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