Paige Johnson Receives New Certification

PAIGE JOHNSON, ASSISTANT EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, RECEIVES CERTIFIED WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION

Defiance OH- March 20, 2024 - We are pleased to announce that Paige Johnson, our Assistant Executive Director, has been awarded the Certified Workforce Development Professional (CWDP) certification. This significant achievement will further enhance our organization's ability to drive positive outcomes in our workforce initiatives.

“I am excited about the possibilities that this credential brings and look forward to the impact I will make in driving our workforce measures forward.”- Paige Johnson, Assistant Executive Director.

With her newly acquired CWDP certification, Paige will spearhead efforts to secure grant opportunities and develop tailored training programs that will empower our workforce and promote economic growth in our community. This credential underscores Paige's commitment to advancing workforce development practices and signifies her expertise in designing effective strategies to support professional development and advancing opportunities for our workforce.

“I’m not surprised by Paige acquiring this certification. She works very hard to put the Defiance County Business Communities’ needs at the forefront. Now with this certification, she’ll be able go after funding that will boost our local businesses through training offerings and more,” stated Erika Willitzer, Executive Director of Defiance County Economic Development.

Contact:

Defiance County Economic Development

Dave Hire

419-784-4471

Dave@defiancecountyed.com