work2future is a part of the national workforce development system as authorized by the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) with the City of San José serving as the fiscal agent for the program.
The mission of work2future is to assist businesses and individuals to meet the workforce demands and opportunities of a global economy. We strive to provide our diverse community a world-class workforce that fosters economic development, through collaboration with businesses, residents, government, educational, and community-based organizations to maximize local and regional employment opportunities. We are the catalyst in the development and implementation of a comprehensive workforce strategy. Our goal is to strengthen the economic base in San José and Santa Clara County by increasing employment opportunities and job retention for all residents.
Our Board represents the diverse business community of Silicon Valley, and key public sector partners are appointed to four-year terms by the Mayor of the City of San José.
Board Chair
Principal, Enviro-Tech Services
Board Vice-Chair
Medical Group Administrator, The Permanente Medical Group, Kaiser Permanente Greater San Jose
Director of Economic and Workforce Policy, Working Partnerships USA
Senior Director, Bluevine
Director of Social Infrastructure, Google LLC
Chief Program Officer, Destination: Home
Director of Strategic Partnerships, Manex
Partner, Coactify
Vice President of Software Transformation, CommScope
Trustee and Clerk of the Board, East Side Union High School District
Agent, State Farm Insurance
Deputy Division Chief, Region 1, Employment Development Department, State of California
Director of Training, Pipe Trades Training Center, UA Local 393
Employment Services Director, Social Services Agency, County of Santa Clara
Director, Office of Strategic and Intergovernmental Affairs, County of Santa Clara
Vice President and Business Unit Head, Tech Mahindra
Sr. Vice President and General Manager, Multifunction Microwave Solutions, Cobham Advanced Electronic Solutions (CAES)
Team Manager (SSM1), San Jose North Branch, California Department of Rehabilitation
Co-Chair, South Bay Consortium for Adult Education
Director, East Side Adult Education
Board and Committee meeting information, including location and staff contact, can be found in the Meeting Agenda Packet. Occasionally, meetings are canceled, rescheduled, or relocated. Meetings are open, and the public is welcome to attend.
The City of San José is committed to open and honest government and strives to consistently meet the community's expectations by providing excellent service, in a positive and timely manner, and in the full view of the public. Please view the City of San José Code of Ethics.
work2future by-laws are available on policy + governance.