The mission of Northwest Wisconsin CEP is to strengthen the economy of Northwest Wisconsin by providing effective and efficient workforce development services to businesses and workers. Our purpose is to enhance employability and to foster connections. Northwest Wisconsin CEP. serves the following ten counties: Ashland, Bayfield, Burnett, Douglas, Iron, Price, Rusk, Sawyer, Taylor, and Washburn. Strengthening our region, one person, one business, and one job at a time.