For purposes of selecting representatives to Local WDBs:

(a) A representative with “optimum policy-making authority” is an individual who can reasonably be expected to speak affirmatively on behalf of the entity he or she represents and to commit that entity to a chosen course of action.

(b) A representative with “demonstrated experience and expertise” means an individual who:

(1) Is a workplace learning advisor as defined in WIOA sec. 3(70);

(2) Contributes to the field of workforce development, human resources, training and development, or a core program function; or

(3) The Local WDB recognizes for valuable contributions in education or workforce development related fields.