Workforce Development / Training

Webb Institute is a highly specialized undergraduate engineering college located in Glen Cove, New York. The institute focuses exclusively on naval architecture and marine engineering, providing students with a rigorous, hands-on education in ship design and ocean engineering. Webb is known for its full-tuition scholarship program and strong industry connections within the maritime and engineering sectors. Its graduates play an important role in advancing innovation in marine engineering and maritime technology.

Long Island University (LIU) is a private university with campuses in Brookville and Brooklyn, offering a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs. LIU provides programs across fields such as business, health professions, pharmacy, education, and the arts. The university emphasizes experiential learning, research, and career preparation to help students develop the skills needed for today’s workforce. Through its academic programs and community partnerships, LIU contributes to workforce development and professional growth across Long Island and the greater New York region.

Hofstra University is a private university located in Hempstead, New York, offering a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across disciplines including business, law, engineering, health sciences, and communications. The university is known for its strong focus on experiential learning, research opportunities, and community engagement. Hofstra supports innovation and workforce development through partnerships with local organizations and businesses. Its programs and resources help prepare students, entrepreneurs, and professionals for success across a variety of industries on Long Island and beyond.

The Advanced Manufacturing Training Center offers many training opportunities to develop and upgrade skills necessary to begin a career in the manufacturing field. The Center offers several programs such as CNC Operator, Welding, IPC certification, PLC/Industrial Automation, Mastercam, and Soldering and electronic assembly, among others. Each program offers a Completion Certificate upon successful completion, and offers the opportunity of National Certification in some areas.

Workforce development consulting focused on operational excellence, employee training programs, and organizational improvement tailored to manufacturers.

Professional development training in leadership, communication, sales, and team-building to strengthen manufacturing management and employee engagement

Workforce & STEM Talent Development – O-High Technologies

O-High Technologies provides workforce and talent development solutions focused on building strong STEM talent pipelines. The company partners with industry, education, government, and nonprofit organizations to design customized programs that align workforce needs with career pathways and employer hiring demands. Through skills innovation, program development, and talent strategy, O-High helps organizations strengthen human capital, expand access to underrepresented STEM talent, and meet evolving workforce requirements.

Support for registered apprenticeships in advanced manufacturing, including program design, employer onboarding, and worker recruitment.

Statewide nonprofit funding and supporting customized workforce training, apprenticeships, and talent pipeline development for manufacturing employers.

Employer-led coalition aligning training programs with real-world hiring needs, coordinating training providers and industry to close workforce gaps.

Workforce training consultants specializing in customized curriculum development, training delivery, and workforce strategy for manufacturers.