SOFTEC Education, MREA win Wisconsin Fast Forward grants By: Daily Reporter Staff February 23, 2021
10:01 am
Businesses and organizations across Wisconsin are getting more than $1.65 million in grants from the Department of Workforce Development, including in construction. The grants are part of DWD’s Wisconsin Fast Forward initiative that provides targeted funds to support worker training, education and recruitment.
This year’s 13 grant recipients represent a variety of industries, from agriculture to information technology. Wisconsin Fast Forward encourages statewide economic growth by helping employers across the state train workers and fill positions to meet critical needs for a skilled workforce.
Wisconsin Fast Forward connects employers with local or regional economic development organizations, workforce development boards, post-secondary institutions, nonprofit organizations and private training providers. The program aims to enhance equity and economic opp