ASPYR Workforce Innovation

MUS Member Profile

Organization Name:
ASPYR Workforce Innovation
Executive Leader:
Lisa Patt-McDaniel
Website:
https://www.wdbco.org/
Lisa Patt-McDaniel

Lisa Patt-McDaniel

CEO

About ASPYR

Collaborating with partners throughout Franklin County and Central Ohio, Aspyr leads the development and implementation of highly innovative and measurably effective workforce strategies and programs that build prosperity for all. Aspyr envisions a future where Central Ohio's workforce ecosystem thrives, providing career opportunities for all and driving regional economic growth. We lead Central Ohio workforce development providing leadership, information, resources, and services.

Key Services & Programs

  • Strategy and Management of the following:
  • OhioMeansJobs Columbus Franklin County One Stop Job Center.
  • Achieve More and Prosper (CCMEP) Program for Franklin County
  • Healthcare Career Collaborative of Central Ohio (HCCOCO)  - Healthcare Industry Sector Partnership
  • Apprentice Hub of Central Ohio
  • Central Ohio Workforce Development Network

Success Story / Impact

Aspyr recently received a "Best Places to Work" designation from Columbus Business First based on a detailed survey of our staff.  Staff cited meaningful work and collaborative and supportive workplace as key features of Aspyr.

Why We Joined MUS

Believe in the power of collaboration, shared ideas and best practices.  We are stronger together.

How MUS Membership has Benefited Our Organization

Great to be "in the loop" to know what is going on.

Partnerships or Collaborations Grown from Our MUS Membership

Being "in the room" in general is good for the organization.  Expect future opportunities to present as time goes and we gain more experience working together.

Fun Fact

Our CEO was formerly the Director of Development for the State of Ohio.  This high level of experience and connection is invaluable in our day to day work.

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