Holly Ellazar  is the Director of Workforce Development at OIC of South Florida. She has over fifteen years of experience in Workforce Development, Relationship and Contract Management. Holly has played a key role in building high-performing teams that have one thing in common: passion for the community. As a second generation Canadian, Holly has always been engaged with and connected to opportunities to advocate for underrepresented communities, especially BIPOC and diverse equity seeking groups.  Holly graduated from York University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology with a focus on labor and equity studies. Her career has been focused on vocational counseling supporting underserved and underrepresented communities. Prior to moving to South Florida, she oversaw and managed a portfolio of Government funded workforce development programs serving youth and adults. She continues to be instrumental in developing high-performing teams that put people first and who are equally passionate about supporting and improving the lives and career trajectories of others. Holly enjoys travelling and spending time with friends and family.