To further the purposes of this subtitle, the Partnership shall: foster collaborative efforts, including public–private partnerships and memoranda of understanding, among government agencies, military installations, educational institutions, businesses, nonprofit organizations, individuals, and other entities in the region to: share resources, including existing manufacturing infrastructure; cooperate in the development of new products and processes; and bridge gaps between research, product development, and the commercial application of new technologies and manufacturing processes; facilitate the involvement of Harford Community College, Cecil College, Towson University, and other segments of the higher education community in developing and sustaining a skilled advanced manufacturing workforce through degree, certification, specialized training, and continuing education programs; assist the Cecil County and Harford County public school systems in preparing students for employment in the advanced manufacturing workforce; support manufacturing businesses in retaining and expanding production and jobs; obtain, coordinate, and disseminate marketing resources to promote and enhance advanced manufacturing opportunities and investment in the region; support priority access to workforce training funds and enterprise investment tax credits for entities that are investing resources and creating jobs in the region; pursue federal, State, local, and other public and private funding and collaboration initiatives; and perform any other function consistent with the purposes of this subtitle.