As Finance Sector Lead for Career Connect Washington (CCW), the Washington Bankers Association plays a pivotal role in shaping the state’s career-connected learning landscape. In this leadership position, WBA collaborates with employers, educators, labor, and community leaders to create and expand industry-aligned programs, such as internships, apprenticeships, job shadows, and Career Launch offerings, that help students and young adults explore, prepare, and transition successfully into finance careers.

 At the same time, WBA has strengthened its impact through a significant organizational shift. In August 2024, CareerWork$ officially reorganized to become an affiliate of WBA, deepening the longstanding partnership around BankWork$, MediWork$, and ReadyWork$ training programs.

 This reorganization expands access to free, employer-endorsed training pathways into banking and related careers, increases operational resources and networks, and enhances WBA’s ability to deliver equitable workforce development at scale across Washington state.