Raise the Bar (RTB), an OMA-Endorsed ISP, is aligning education with the skills manufacturers need. By surveying local employers, RTB is identifying critical gaps in workforce readiness, from robotics training to industry-recognized credentials.

-Educators are still gaining insight into the specific skill needs of manufacturing, creating opportunities for growth and collaboration. RTB bridges this knowledge gap through industry tours for teachers, employer engagement in schools, and aligning local in-demand industry-recognized credentials and workforce programs with TechCred and Ohio’s graduation requirements.

Manufacturers in Hancock County can connect with Tricia Valasek at RTB to share workforce needs, or if not in Hancock County, engage with their local ISP to strengthen workforce alignment. 3/5/2025