Workforce investment boards (WIBs) can, should, and do play leadership roles such as community convener, information broker of value–added workforce intelligence, connector to strategic relationships and alliances, and workforce intermediary. This study provides an opportunity to examine the exemplary practices of workforce industry leaders who provide standards to which all boards may aspire. We believe there is tremendous opportunity to increase the impact of boards, leverage more resources for workforce development, and increase the potential for at-risk communities to regain their competitive advantage.

