About Us
Mission Statement
Responding to community needs by providing performance improvement solutions resulting in economic development, sustainability, and growth.
What We Do
The Training Place helps businesses build employee talent with 200+ training programs. Our Butte College instructors hold industry-recognized credentials through global training partners, delivering practical, performance-focused training that supports economic growth and sustainability.
We provide affordable upskilling for all industries, with training available online, onsite, or at our Chico (Skyway Center) and Orland (Glenn Center) locations. Ask about memberships, and ETP funding, along with other workforce development options.
As a result of continuing TWI training, Lundberg Family Farms reported $860,000 in cost savings due to efficiencies gained…
Meet the Team
Our Butte College instructors and training consultants are experienced professionals with industry credentials. Each has 10+ years of experience and stays current with the latest training practices in their field.
Our friendly staff located at the Skyway Center look forward to helping you learn more about what we do, find a training or answer any questions you might have.
PhD Leadership & Change Management. MEd Organizational Development
Dr. Joc Clark has specialized in creating collaborative working environments, leadership skills and organizational development for more than 25 years. His employer training is customized using experiential methods for programs including participatory strategic planning, strengths based leadership, appreciative inquiry, coaching, transformational leadership, multicultural and action learning experiences. Joc holds a PhD in Leadership Studies and Change Management, a MEd in Organization Development, and a BA in Psychology and Spanish.v
Training & Workforce Development Specialist
Bilingual English/Spanish
Emiliano Jimenez-Cornejo helps organizations adapt to changing workplaces by equipping leaders with practical, human-centered strategies grounded in economics and organizational development.
Since 2017, he has worked with organizations across Northern California to strengthen team dynamics, communication, and leadership effectiveness. As co-founder of Soligo, an AI learning company, he brings a perspective on using technology to enhance—not replace—human capability.
Trainer and CTE Faculty, Butte College
John Dahlgren is a Butte College faculty member with 35+ years of industry experience. His background includes manufacturing, construction, and small business ownership, with expertise in engineering, operations, safety, and environmental management.
He is an authorized OSHA Outreach Trainer (10- and 30-hour), a quality professional trained at Philip Crosby Quality College, and experienced in ISO systems and regulated industries. John also specializes in lean manufacturing and is passionate about coaching and mentoring.
Continuous Improvement
Guy Martindale is a part of the DPMG Corporation training team, specializing in Lean Principles, Workplace Organization, Problem Solving, Business Process Mapping, and Value Stream Mapping.
Best-selling author, Tedx Speaker, executive
Morgan Massie possesses a diverse professional background encompassing organization and talent development, HR, instructional design, psychology, and coaching. Her skill set enables her to adopt a comprehensive and holistic perspective on human performance and talent management. By bridging strategy with personal values and strengths, Morgan ensures competency alignment and fosters a strong connection to vision, goals, and objectives. She is a Certified DiSC practitioner, Predictive Index Partner, and ICF credentialed coach. Morgan is also recognized as a Forbes contributor and a best-selling author.
Continuous Improvement, Practical Project Management
Jes Vargas has more than 28 years of experience in the fields of Engineering, Quality, Project Management, Business Development, Manufacturing and Executive Management at GCS Inc, Bombardier, Advance Technical Systems, Siemens and Rabbit Semiconductor. Throughout his career, Jes has served as a prime change agent within organizations. He holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering, a MBA in Operations, and certifications in TQM, Material Management, and Lean Manufacturing.
Certified Trainer
Shawn Volland is our resource at The Training Place for energizing and practical training. Shawn has more than 20 years of professional training and academic teaching experience, including OSHA, TWI, CalTrans Construction, Trenching Safety and Traffic Control Procedures. Shawn earns high performance ratings by helping employers improve the bottom line, with outcomes yielding reduced turnover, elimination of waste or rework, and keeping employees safe in the workplace.
Employment & Labor Law Attorney
Ann Wicks has more than 20 years of experience advising companies of all sizes, and individuals, in matters involving employment and labor law. She works both locally in Butte County and with clients and firms in San Francisco and beyond. Ann specializes in a variety of workplace legal issues including wrongful termination, discrimination, sexual harassment, whistleblower retaliation, wage and hour, workplace violence, contracts, Sarbanes-Oxley, WARN Act violations, and trade secrets.
Collaboration Coach
Jovanni Tricerri is a collaboration coach, trainer, and facilitator with over 25 years of experience bringing diverse groups together to solve complex challenges. He designs leadership programs for youth, executives, and managers, helping them lead with intention and impact. Jovanni holds degrees from Westmont College and Gonzaga University in Communication and Leadership.
Trauma Response & HR Expert
Scott Dinits is the HR Director for the Boys & Girls Clubs of the North Valley, Co-Director of Ability First Sports, and a trainer with the Butte College Training Place. With over 22 years of experience, he supports schools, nonprofits, and community groups through training in youth development, trauma-informed systems, and organizational practices.
Construction & Technology
Tom Williams is an instructor at Butte College in Agricultural Engineering Tech, Agriculture Business, Inductrial Tech, and Construction
The Training Place - Project Manager & CCC Liaison
Alastair Roughton is a Butte County local with Silicon Valley & Federal Reserve enterprise communications experience who shares best practices in supply chain principles to support local economic and workforce development needs in multiple industries. He also advocates for CTE as a Board Trustee for Butte County Office of Education and the District's liaison to the California Conservation Corps. Please reach out directly to participate in local HR, Manufacturing Collaboratives or our Employment Training Panel training contract and other grant funding sources.
Contact & Follow us!
Butte College - Skyway Center
THE TRAINING PLACE
2480 Notre Dame Blvd.
Chico, CA 95928
Regular Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Call Us: 530-895-9015
Email Us: thetrainingplace@butte.edu
Come Visit Us!