BIOGRAPHY
Mike Glavin is Program Director of Workforce Development at the SEMI Foundation, where he leads global, employer-driven strategies to strengthen the semiconductor talent pipeline. He oversees SEMI’s designation as a U.S. Department of Labor National Registered Apprenticeship Group Sponsor and works with member companies, education systems, and public partners across regions to scale apprenticeship models, build career pathways, and align workforce systems with industry demand. His work supports long-term sector growth in a globally strategic industry and includes support for the National Network for Microelectronics Education and other publicly funded workforce projects.
Prior to arriving at SEMI, Mike served as Vice President of Talent at the Greater Cleveland Partnership, leading regional workforce initiatives at the nation's largest regional chamber of commerce to expand apprenticeships, internships, and work-based learning across Northeast Ohio. Earlier in his career, Mike held workforce development roles at the Associated Builders and Contractors, advancing apprenticeship policy and industry-led training models.