IWP Honored by GGEDC for Workforce Excellence

We’re thrilled to announce that the Industrial Workforce Program (IWP) was recently recognized by the Greater Gallup Economic Development Corporation (GGEDC) during its Business Retention & Expansion Awards Luncheon as part of Economic Development Week 2025. This award highlights our crucial role in building a skilled workforce for Gallup and McKinley County.

The Importance of Workforce Development

A strong workforce is essential to the vitality of our community. At IWP, we train and empower individuals for careers in construction, welding, heavy equipment operation, and automotive services. By combining hands-on experience with industry-standard certifications, we don’t just educate—we prepare job-ready professionals who boost the local economy and support families across our region.

Celebrating Our Award-Winning Record

IWP’s commitment to workforce excellence has been recognized through multiple prestigious awards:

• IEDC Excellence in Economic Development Awards – Bronze for “Best Use of Federal Economic Development Resources”
• Construction Users Roundtable (CURT) Excellence Award in Workforce Development
• 2025 GGEDC Business Retention & Expansion Award for strengthening local job pipelines and supporting business growth (new)

These accolades showcase our innovative programs and impactful partnerships that translate training into real-world employment.