Barbara Halsey

Network Director - ProjectAttain! - Sacramento, CA. Supporting the development and operationalization of the collaborative attainment initiative and the launch of navigation services to support Working-Age Adults as they recommit to educational goals and realize their dream of degree attainment. Key partners include Sacramento State University, seven local Community Colleges, The Graduate Network, local Workforce Development Boards, and a host of community-based organizations committed to increasing the educational attainment of diverse populations across the Capital Region. Next Gen. Sector Advisor - Providing support, coaching, facilitation, and training to new and established sector partnerships using the Next Generation Sector Partnerships model in collaboration with the Institute for Networked Communities. Workforce Sector Intermediary-LA County-Biotech/Biomedical. Facilitated stakeholder meetings and strategic planning sessions for a broad range of private, non-profit, community-based, and public stakeholders. Consultant to the Northern California Energy Efficiency Sector Strategy under the California Community Colleges. Organizational planning for change management and collective impact. Organization of efforts to support sector-based workforce development. Research on special topics related to the economy, education, and workforce preparation. Compilation of written reports and policy documents for public entities. Writing of comprehensive strategic plans and policies. Consultation and assistance with conference planning for economic development initiatives and healthcare associations. Advising on “big data” utilization for workforce planning and service delivery. Facilitate delivery of trade adjustment assistance for trade impacted firms, including manufacturing, service, and agriculture.