MONROE — Governor Tony Evers has appointed Olivia Otte, Green County Development Corporation Executive Director, to the Governor’s Council on Workforce Investment. 

The council is a federally mandated entity under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act that assists the governor in developing innovative and dynamic approaches to develop Wisconsin’s workforce. 

Members include business leaders, state legislators and elected officials, representatives from educational institutions, community-based organizations and labor representatives from throughout the state. 

Council members work closely with the Department of Workforce Development (DWD) to build a workforce development strategy that anticipates employer needs, supports the development of highly skilled labor force, and empowers individuals to pursue and retain good paying careers. 

“Understanding the needs of employers and helping them find the workers they need is a top priority for GCDC. Being a part of the Workforce Investment Council will connect our mission to the state’s. Working together to find solutions and provide resources throughout the state helps us all grow in positive ways,” Otte said. “I am looking forward to working with others to find innovative ways of delivering services and implementing positive change in Green County and across the state.” 

The council is focused on education, employer engagement, increasing workforce participation, and advocating for organization and resource alignment to continuously improve the workforce system. The overarching goal is to help Wisconsin employers find the workers they need and provide resources to enable workers access to training for in-demand careers to move Wisconsin forward in positive ways.

Those with questions or input for GCDC can email gcdc@

greencountydevelopment.com or call 608-328-9452.

GCDC is a 501c3 non-profit organization working for economic growth in Green County, while maintaining the quality of life that makes our community a great place to live and work.