Our Business Retention & Expansion (BR&E) team recently visited Alcoa Warrick Operations in Newburgh, Indiana, reinforcing the organization’s commitment to supporting key regional employers.
Alcoa Warrick Operations is a major advanced manufacturing facility in the Evansville Region, producing primary aluminum and supporting hundreds of high-quality jobs across Southwest Indiana and the surrounding tri-state area. The visit provided an opportunity for partners to gain insight into the company’s operations, workforce, and future outlook, while strengthening ongoing collaboration.
Representatives from Alcoa shared an overview of their operations and highlighted continued investment in their facility, including efforts to enhance efficiency, safety, and long-term sustainability. Discussions also focused on the importance of maintaining a strong workforce pipeline and ensuring the region remains competitive for advanced manufacturing.
The BR&E program is designed to proactively engage with existing employers to understand their needs, identify opportunities for growth, and connect them with resources that support long-term success in the Evansville Region.
Attendees included:
Alcoa Warrick Operations
- Vanessa Gaudreault, Plant Manager
- Olivier Paradis, HR Manager
- Shannon Frazer, Social Performance Manager
E-REP
- Kaylie Pruiett, Economic Development Manager
- Patrick Hickey, Economic Development Director
- Sam Syroney, Workforce & Education
Regional Partners
- Andrea Lendy, Indiana Economic Development Corporation
- Valerie Schmidt, Southwest Indiana Workforce Board
- Steve Roelle, Warrick County Economic Development
E-REP and its partners will continue working alongside Alcoa to support its operations and future investment in the region.
About Business Retention & Expansion: E-REP’s Business Retention and Expansion (BR&E) program is a proactive economic development strategy focused on strengthening the local economy by supporting, retaining, and fostering the growth of existing businesses. These programs identify and resolve local business challenges—such as workforce, infrastructure, or regulatory issues—through direct engagement, surveys, and partnerships to prevent closures and encourage expansion