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Who We Are!

The Northern Indiana Workforce Board (NIWB) is your trusted partner in workforce development, providing essential programs and services to support job seekers, employers, and community leaders across Elkhart, St. Joseph, Marshall, Fulton, and Kosciusko counties. We are dedicated to building a stronger, more skilled workforce that meets the evolving needs of our regional economy.

Our Mission

Fostering economic empowerment by linking job seekers with employers.

Our Vision

To create a seamless workforce system, engaging employers, job seekers, and key stakeholders, develop a strong, skilled workforce which meets the needs of region 2 employers.

Meet The Northern Indiana Workforce Board Staff

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President / CEO

Tom Kavanagh

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Director of WorkOne Operations

Jay Dixon

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Vice President

Darcey Mitschelen

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Board Administration/ EO Officer

Barbara White

Our Office

We are located in South Bend, IN near the downtown area.

220 W. Colfax Ave,

South Bend, IN 46601

5th Floor

(574) 233-6175

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  Get In Touch  

Phone: 574 233-6175

Address: 220 W Colfax Ave,
South Bend, IN 46601

Equal Opportunity is the Law

If you believe you have been subjected to discrimination, please contact:

Barbara White

barbara.white@niwb.org

Northern Indiana Workforce Board is an equal opportunity employer/program.
Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to people with disabilities

TTY 317-234-3535

Relay Indiana 1-800-743-3333

For Spanish call 1-800-743-4869

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