Leadership

Linda Nguyen, CEO

Linda Nguyen, CEO, has 18 years of workforce development experience. She began her career as a case manager for WorkForce Central where she performed various functions including program management and development, planning and compliance, and funds acquisition.

Linda has received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Puget Sound and is a board member of the Economic Development Council, Metropolitan Development Council, Pierce County Career Connection and the National Transitional Jobs Network. She is also active on multiple advisory committees.

WorkForce Central Board

	Pat McCarthy Pierce County Executive
	Marilyn Strickland City of Tacoma Mayor
	Tim Farrell Pierce County Councilman
	Spiro Manthou City of Tacoma Councilman
	Eric Hahn Workforce Development Council Chair

Advisory Committee

The Workforce Development Council is a business-led advisory council that identifies workforce issues in Pierce County and works together with WorkForce Central to develop and implement solutions.

This volunteer group of ambassadors is a vital source of outside information and ideas. The WorkForce Development Council and WorkForce Central work together to develop the workforce, the economy and the community. Learn more