BAY CONSORTIUM WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD
About The Bay Consortium
Bringing together 15 Virginia jurisdictions to connect people and employers with resources, training, and support to build stronger futures.
ABOUT US
We’re Here to Help You Build Your Future.
The Bay Consortium Workforce Development Board empowers individuals and businesses across our 15-jurisdiction Virginia region with the resources, training, and support to build stronger futures.
- For Job Seekers: We connect you with training, resources, and support to achieve your career goals — whether you’re just starting out or ready to advance.
- For Employers: We provide tailored workforce solutions — from recruitment support to training programs — so your business can thrive.
Our demand-driven, locally-based workforce system is grounded in the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and guided by a four-year local plan developed in partnership with Chief Elected Officials.
Our Region
Fredericksburg City and the counties of Caroline, Essex, Gloucester, King George, King & Queen, King William, Lancaster, Mathews, Middlesex, Northumberland, Richmond, Spotsylvania, Stafford, and Westmoreland.
WIOA & Our Four-Year Plan
At the heart of our efforts is the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). Our comprehensive four-year local plan aligns local service delivery strategies with the State’s strategic and operational goals.
LEADERSHIP
Executive Committee
Our Executive Committee is made up of the leaders from each committee and the LWDB Officers. Their role is to shape our legislative direction, guide our budgeting for workforce development, smooth out any differences between committee recommendations, and tackle issues outside specific committee scopes. They also approve items for the LWDB agenda before meetings.
Jarrod Elwell
Chair
Greg Moon
Vice Chair
Josh Gemerek
Secretary / Treasurer
Nicholas Minor
Member-At-Large
Jarrod Elwell
Policy & Strategic Planning Committee Chair
Nancy Pattillo
Operations & Performance Committee Chair
Sara Carroll
Communications Committee Chair
Carley Walker
Business & Workforce Services Committee Chair
GOVERNANCE
Standing Committees
BWSC
Business & Workforce Services Committee
Works with business and industry to identify workforce needs and provide oversight for training programs. Oversees labor market information, develops strategies for skills requirements, and directs career pathway systems. Develops the Business Services Plan for the Workforce Development Area.
Committee Members
- Carley Walker — Chair
- Kayla Coleman
- Steve Cox
- Melissa King
- Marjorie Lampkin
- Sherrina Sewell
- Ginni Matern
- Sarah Oldaker
- Megan Wade
OPC
Operations & Performance Committee
Provides information and assists with operations of the One-Stop Delivery System. Supports planning and operational issues for delivery of Youth, Adult, and Dislocated Worker Services. Assists with the MOU and Center Certification Process and ensures equal access for all.
Committee Members
- Nancy Pattillo — Chair
- Vanesa Livingstone
- Jim Charapich
- Tracy Elliott
- Victor Burrell
PSPC
Policy & Strategic Planning Committee
Articulates the Board’s vision and goals for the region’s Workforce Development System. Provides guidance on economic and workforce development activities for targeted populations and coordinates with regional Economic Development Plans. Oversees policy development to support equity.
Committee Members
- Jarrod Elwell — Chair
- Raymond Staton Jr.
- Melissa Sheffield
- Nicholas Minor
- Christine O’Connor
CC
Communications Committee
Oversees development and implementation of communications for the Board and the Workforce Development System to raise awareness of resources provided to employers, job seekers, and stakeholders. Assists with development of the Communications Plan.
Committee Members
- Sara Carroll — Chair
- Jackie Ammons
- Marianne Gibbs
- Teresa Segelken
- Jennifer Bowhey
- Kayla Mock
LEADERSHIP
Board Members
Our board is comprised of dedicated individuals from various sectors, united to foster a vibrant and inclusive workforce development environment. Through collaboration and innovation, Bay Consortium Workforce Development Board strives to empower our community’s workforce, businesses, and youth.
Business Representatives
Jaclyn Ammons
Weekends Fashion LLC
Jennifer Bowhey
Visiting Angels
Sara Carroll
Cuddlebugs Child Development Center
Kayla Coleman
Rappahannock Electric Cooperative
Stephen Cox
Rappahannock Goodwill
Jarrod Elwell
Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
Ginni Matern
Matern Staffing
Nicholas Minor
STACK Infrastructure
Greg Moon
Carry On Trailers
Christine O’Connor
Vizz, LLC
Nancy Pattillo
CyberBytes Foundation
Melissa Sheffield
Smurfit WestRock
Workforce Representatives — Labor
Kayla Mock
United Food and Commercial Workers Union Local 400
Raymond Staton Jr.
International Union of Operating Engineers Local 147
Workforce Representatives — Community Based
Jaclyn Ammons
Lancaster County Chamber of Commerce
Sara Carroll
Warsaw Richmond County Chamber of Commerce
Stephen Cox
Rappahannock Goodwill
Josh Gemerek
Bay Aging
Carley Walker
Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce
Apprenticeship
Raymond Staton Jr.
International Union of Operating Engineers Local 147
Institute of Higher Education
Jim Charapich
Germanna Community College
Marjorie Lampkin
Rappahannock Community College
Teresa Segelken
University of Mary Washington
Other Required Representatives
Tracy Elliott
Middle Peninsula R.A.C.E. — Adult Education & CTE
Marianne Gibbs
Mathews County School Board
Melissa King
Virginia Works — State Employment Services
Vanesa Livingstone
Richmond County Dept. of Social Services
Sarah Oldaker
Go Virginia Region 6 — Economic & Community Development
Sherrina Sewell
Dept. for Aging & Rehabilitative Services — Title I
Megan Wade
Virginia Department of Corrections
BOARD MEMBERSHIP
Join Our Board
Membership Criteria
Guided by WIOA, our board membership criteria are set by the Governor alongside the State Board, ensuring diverse representation from across our jurisdictions. Whether you’re a business leader, educator, or labor representative, your expertise can shape our workforce development strategies.
Nomination & Selection
We periodically seek nominations to appoint new members or fill vacancies. Nominations may come from private sector, education, business organizations, labor representatives, or self-nominations. We seek individuals committed to workforce development in high-demand sectors like Healthcare, IT, and Manufacturing.
Public Participation
Stay informed about our board membership process through public notices on our website. Our goal is to encourage individuals to get involved and make a difference in our community’s workforce development. For nominations or more information, contact jdavis@baywib.org.