Yolanda Castro has worked in public administration and non-profit management since beginning her professional career in 1983. Having joined the Southeast Los Angeles County Workforce Investment Board (SELACO WIB) in 1994, she has held several positions of increasing responsibility and is currently the Executive Director of the Southeast Los Angeles County Workforce Development Board (SELACO WDB). As the Executive Director, Ms. Castro leads and supports the development of board committees, recruitment, and growth of agency personnel, strategic planning and the evolution of new programs and initiatives.

Ms. Castro leads her organization in meeting the objectives of both local and regional collaboration and strategic planning, with an emphasis on Industry Sector Strategies and focusing on special target groups like people with disabilities, job seekers with limited skills, veterans, justice involved, people experiencing homelessness and young adults. Under her leadership, the SELACO WDB received state acknowledgment as a high performing board. Ms. Castro has also received an individual award from the International Association of Workforce Professionals for her ability to foster partnerships.

Ms. Castro earned both a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology and a Master of Arts degree in Public Administration from the University of California, Riverside. As the leader of a High Performing Board, Ms. Castro is committed to the development of regional initiatives that address the employment needs of job seekers and support the growth of businesses in our region.