Mission
To connect Durham’s job seekers and employers with the resources, support, and opportunities they need to succeed.
Vision
To build an inclusive, resilient workforce and community in the city of Durham.
Purpose
Durham Workforce Development exists to connect Durham’s people, employers, and partners so everyone has access to opportunity and a path to thrive.
About the Board
Guiding Impact
Our Board of Directors comprises experienced leaders from business, government, education, and the community, who guide our mission and vision. Their expertise and dedication help shape strategy, foster partnerships, and drive meaningful impact in the community we serve.
Officers
La-Tasha Best-Gaddy
Board Chair | Chief Strategist, Infinity Bridges
Cyril (CJ) Broderick, Jr.
Board 1st Vice Chair | President/CEO, Greater Durham Black Chamber of Commerce
Dr. Jameya Jones
Board 2nd Vice Chair | Assistant Director, Career Technical Education, Durham Public Schools
Dr. Anthony Nelson
Board Secretary | Dean, North Carolina Central University, School of Business
Dan Levine
Board Treasurer | Retired, Oxford Economics
Members
Dan Levine
Board Treasurer | Retired, Oxford Economics
Crystal Avent
Chair, Youth Council | Executive Director, Durham Literacy Center
Stephen Bumgardner
Vice President, Field Operations/Business Development, CATE Services and Construction LLC
Keisha Williams
Assistant Vice President, Duke University Health System
Antoinette Daye
Career Development Coordinator, Durham Public Schools
Christian Rebuli
President, NC Hispanic American Chamber of Commerce
Dr. Jerri Bland
Chief Executive, UnlimiTed Powerhouse, Inc
Sebastian Feculak
Government Relations, Mid-Atlantic District, Iron Workers International Union
Roger Shumate
Business Manager, IUEC Local 80
Kevin Griffin
President & CEO, Avant Group
Adrienne Scearce
Business Relations Representative, Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities (EIPD)
Andrew Miracle
Director, Durham County Department of Economic Development
Michelle Muir
Regional Operations Director, NC Department of Commerce, Division of Workforce Solutions
Jerry Jones
Executive Director, Durham Technical Community College, Center for Workforce Engagement
Bryan Fox
Vice President, Lumin Strategies