Blackstone Valley Hub
for
Workforce Development

Founded in 2018

The Blackstone Valley Hub for Workforce Development (BV Hub) is a regional intermediary that connects schools, employers, and community partners to build a coordinated and responsive talent pipeline across Central Massachusetts. Established in 2018 in partnership with the Blackstone Valley Chamber of Commerce, BV Hub aligns education, workforce systems, and industry to expand access to career-connected learning, technical training, and employment opportunities.

Through a braided funding model and strong regional partnerships, BV Hub delivers programming spanning K–12 career exploration, young adult workforce entry, and adult upskilling. By working within schools, communities, and its Whitinsville-based facility, BV Hub increases capacity, reduces barriers, and connects students and job seekers to high-growth, high-demand career pathways.

Our Impact

80%

Students offered permanent job opportunities with their matched worksite in the Advanced Manufacturing Career Pathway Program

40k

Direct payments to students and work based placement employees in Year 1 of YouthWorks

15k

Number of eligible students to be served in Blackstone Valley and Central MA school districts through Connecting Activities

183

Cumulative years of manufacturing industry and educator experience of the BV Hub Instructors Team

Impact

Vision

Our Vision

Empowering Central MA and beyond, our nonprofit envisions a dynamic workforce education and training ecosystem. By fostering collaboration among manufacturers, businesses, schools, and students, we aim to cultivate innovation, forge strong partnerships, and prepare individuals for thriving careers, ensuring economic growth and prosperity for the region and state.

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Approach

Fostering mutually beneficial partnerships and relationships is the key to meeting regional workforce needs and is critical for a healthy economy.

- Ashley Bregman, Executive Director

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Executing the Mission

Approach

Developing sustainable long-term relationships will ensure the growth and legacy of the BV Hub.

Active learning and hands-on training opportunities are fundamental to authentic learning and mastery. The BV Hub strives to provide local businesses and school systems increased access to experiential learning and employability skills that research shows are vital to success in the workforce.

Our approach includes:

Meeting those we serve where they are at
Listening to their needs
Development of programs to meet the identified needs
Relationship focused partnerships
Facilitation of regional resource sharing and networks
Assessment of effectiveness
Fidelity to the mission

Board

The BV Hub Board

The BV Hub benefits from the significant knowledge and expertise of the Board of Directors. Leveraging their own networks, skill sets, and experience, Hub Board members consistently demonstrate their commitment to the mission.

The Blackstone Valley Hub for Workforce Development is currently expanding its Board of Directors to align with the organization’s significant growth in recent years. We invite individuals who are passionate about workforce development and committed to advancing our mission to consider joining the Board. Ideal candidates are collaborative, engaged, and dedicated to serving as ambassadors for the organization. BV Hub values diverse perspectives and encourages individuals from all backgrounds to apply. To express your interest or learn more, please contact young.joscelyn@bvhub.org.

FY 27 Board of Directors

Jeannie Hebert, Interim Chair

Adam Courtier, Director
Amber Polisher, Director
Caitlyn Paget, Director
Eric Eisner, Director
Karen Crebase, Director
Karen Frey, Director
Liz Beck, Director
Lynn Turner, Director
Suzie Snow, Director

Mike Rubin, Ex-Officio