The National Association of Workforce Boards recently installed Michael Biskie from Williston, Fla. as board member at its quarterly meeting held Saturday, February 23 in Washington, D.C.
 
Biskie is director of human resources for Monterey Boats located in Williston, Fla. He is immediate past chair of CLM Workforce Connection, based in Ocala, Fla.  As a board member, Biskie has been involved in workforce development at the local level for five years and served as chair for the workforce board from 2005-2007.  Workforce Executive Director Rusty Skinner commented, “It is so critical to have a person of Michael’s caliber on the National Board at this time. We are faced with important federal budget and policy decisions that can shape the future of workforce resources in our three-county region.”
 
Biskie’s entire work history has been in the area of human resources, with 11 years previously spent with Raytheon Engineers and Constructors as a field human resources manager.  His understanding of the needs of both workers and employers in the workforce gives him a unique perspective on how to best utilize strategies to support the overall workforce.
 
NAWB is the leading workforce association that represents the nation's nearly 650 business-led Workforce Investment Boards and also serves other associated organizations in the workforce industry with one common goal: Helping America Work.  The mission is to support members through a comprehensive program of advocacy, training and technical assistance, communication, and the promotion of strategic partnerships for the advancement of our nation's workforce.  For more information on NAWB, visit www.nawb.org.
 
CLM Workforce Connection serves more than 30,000 career seekers and 1,500 employers annually by providing high-quality training and employment services to meet regional workforce needs in Citrus, Levy and Marion Counties. The organization is a member of the Employ Florida network of workforce services and resources. An Equal Opportunity Employer/Program, Workforce welcomes people with disabilities. For accommodations, call the local Workforce office or (352) 840-5700 ext. 1278. Florida Relay users should dial 711.