TNWFD Academy Brings Workforce Leaders Together in Cookeville
Workforce development professionals from across the state convened in Cookeville March 3–5 for the Tennessee Workforce Development (TNWFD) Academy, a multi-day professional development experience focused on strengthening Tennessee’s workforce system through expert-led instruction, applied learning and shared expertise.
The Academy attracted 51 professionals representing communities across Tennessee and reflected the diverse stakeholders shaping workforce development efforts statewide. Participants included representatives from state government agencies, local workforce development boards, the private sector, higher education and economic development organizations, underscoring the Academy’s collaborative, cross-sector approach.
Over the two-and-a-half-day training, participants engaged in interactive sessions centered on practical strategies, emerging trends and peer-to-peer learning. These sessions were designed to enhance workforce development practices while supporting stronger alignment with economic development priorities. Equally important, the Academy created space for meaningful dialogue, allowing participants to learn from one another’s experiences and build connections that will extend beyond the Academy.
The course concluded with a graduation ceremony that recognized the participants’ commitment to professional growth and collaboration.
“Graduates leave the Academy with new insights, practical tools, and strong professional networks they can put to work in their communities.”
Strong attendance and engagement throughout the TNWFD Academy underscored the continued commitment of Tennessee’s workforce professionals to lifelong learning and collaboration, two key components in building a resilient workforce and supporting the state’s long-term economic growth.
To learn more about the TNWFD Academy, visit: TNWFD Academy