York, PA – April 10, 2025 – Tec Centro York and the Tec Centro Workforce Network proudly marked a significant milestone with a public celebration of their newly renovated workforce development center at 800 E Market Street in York. The ribbon-cutting ceremony, held on the morning of April 10, welcomed community members, local officials, and business leaders to celebrate the launch of this essential hub for workforce training and economic empowerment.
The event featured remarks from Tec Centro leadership, including AliceAnne Frost, Executive Director of Tec Centro York, and Carlos Graupera, President & CEO of the Tec Centro Workforce Network, alongside local elected officials and community partners. Attendees had the opportunity to tour the enhanced facility, which is designed to provide critical resources and skill-building opportunities to individuals seeking career advancement.
“This grand opening represents a new chapter for workforce development in York,” said AliceAnne Frost, Executive Director of Tec Centro York. “Our mission is to equip individuals with the skills and education needed to thrive in today’s job market, and this new space allows us to expand our reach and impact even more lives.”
The newly renovated center offers a range of workforce development programs, including vocational training, language proficiency courses, and job placement assistance. By fostering collaboration between businesses, educators, and community organizations, Tec Centro York is positioned to serve as a vital force in bridging economic opportunity gaps.
Carlos Graupera, President & CEO of the Tec Centro Workforce Network, emphasized the importance of the center’s mission, stating, “This expansion is a testament to the power of community-driven solutions. Tec Centro York is not just a building, it is a catalyst for economic mobility, providing individuals with the tools to build sustainable careers and strengthen the local workforce.”“M&T Bank’s relationship with Tec Centro York began with the donation of this building, but our investment goes far beyond bricks and mortar,” said Tom Koppmann, M&T Bank’s regional president for Southeast Pennsylvania. “We believed in the vision of turning this space into a workforce training center that opens doors for individuals across York—and this milestone is proof of what’s possible when partners come together with purpose. We’re proud to continue supporting Tec Centro’s work to expand opportunity and strengthen the local economy.”
The event underscored Tec Centro’s commitment to empowering individuals through education and workforce training, ensuring that York’s residents have access to opportunities that promote economic self-sufficiency.
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Tec Centro Workforce Network Tec Centro Workforce Network is a coalition of community advocates, public officials, philanthropic leaders, and business professionals. The collective goal is to establish community-based bilingual workforce centers to serve populations that are disproportionately disadvantaged. Currently, seven centers are located across six counties including Berks, Dauphin, Lancaster, Lebanon, Philadelphia, and York, focusing on areas with a heavy concentration of residents who face barriers related to bilingual education, skills training, and job placement. In working to address and break down these barriers proactively, the network provides the tools and opportunities for a way out of poverty. Learn more by visiting teccentroregionalnetwork.com.
Tec Centro York is a premier workforce development center committed to providing accessible education, job training, and career placement services to individuals in the York community. As part of the Tec Centro Workforce Network, the center offers bilingual vocational programs, employment readiness support, and industry-specific certifications to help job seekers build meaningful and sustainable careers. Tec Centro York empowers individuals by bridging skill gaps and fostering economic self-sufficiency. Learn more at https://teccentroyork.org/.
