Lorraine O'Moore. Photo provided | BE NKY

BE NKY Growth Partnership, a Northern Kentucky economic development organization, announced the expansion of its team with the hiring of a new workforce development manager.

Lorraine O’Moore officially began her position on Aug. 18. Some of her main responsibilities include helping BE NKY better support existing businesses, community partners, and companies looking to relocate to NKY.

Additionally, O’Moore will oversee BE NKY’s strategic investments in K-12 programs that help build the region’s future talent pipeline.

“O’Moore’s extensive experience in workforce development and strong relationships within the community and at the region’s corporations make her a highly valuable addition to our economic development team,” BE NKY Vice President of Economic Development Kimberly Rossetti said in a news release. “I look forward to working with her to ensure our region’s workforce has the skills, education, and opportunities they need to thrive in careers at companies in Northern Kentucky.”

O’Moore has over 30 years of experience in workforce development, most recently serving as Director of Work-Based Learning at NaviGo, a college and career readiness program based in Northern Kentucky.

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