This past week, ACE Mentor Program student Kenneth Yohe was recognized in the “How Oregon Works” feature of the Portland Business Journal. The ACE Mentor Program of Oregon began in 2006 as an affiliate of the national ACE organization. It
PWA’s founding director Kevin Jeans Gail leaves legacy of support for students, businesses
Kevin Jeans Gail, the founding executive director and visionary leader of the Portland Workforce Alliance, is retiring. And he’s doing so quietly, as is his style.
Kevin Jeans Gail: A vision for youth and a ‘unique gift’ to carry it out
Those who’ve worked closely with Kevin Jeans Gail at the Portland Workforce Alliance describe him as an uncommonly dedicated individual with creative energy and a playful spirit, and as someone with a convincing tone, calm demeanor and genuine humility.
New Board Leaders Share Inspiration
Newly elected Portland Workforce Alliance board leaders reflect on early life lessons, career advice and their reasons for joining the nonprofit organization.
New Officers and Executive Director to Lead PWA in 2018-19
The Portland Workforce Alliance heads into its 14th year as a builder of business-education partnerships with a new slate of board leaders and a new executive director.