The Future of Workforce Is Apprenticeship
Join us for this industry-focused event and discover why “The Future of Workforce is Apprenticeship”. We will explore the transformative potential of apprenticeships in the labor market and their benefits for organizational growth. We will also share the details of the recently registered MontcoWorks Apprenticeship Program for Information Technology or “MAP IT @ Montco”.
Our keynote presentations will feature insights from the U.S. Department of Labor and the PA Department of Labor and Industry on the significant social impacts of apprenticeships; as well as, insights and experiences from a global company that has embraced apprenticeships to grow their talent pipeline while fostering community support and enhancing their brand.
MCCC is a significant hub for IT training in our region and beyond, serving over 150 schools as a Cisco Academy Support Center and Instructor Training Center. Larry Byron, our director of workforce development for IT will provide a detailed overview of how companies can participate in MCCC’s registered apprenticeship program for IT generalists.
Secure your place today to connect with industry leaders and policymakers, expand your network, and equip your organization with strategic insights into leveraging the power of apprenticeships.
Date: Tuesday May 14th
Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Lunch will be provided)
Venue: ATC Building, Room 101- MCCC Blue Bell campus, 340 Dekalb Pike, Blue Bell, PA 19422
· 10:45 – 11:00 Arrival and Coffee
· 11:00 –12:00 Presentations by Speakers
· 12:00 – 12:30: Panel Discussion: Explore the value of apprenticeship programs with insights from industry, government, and academic leaders.
· 12:30 – 2:00 Networking Luncheon
Apprenticeship Overview 11:00 -12:00
· Kyle Longacre, Dean of Workforce and Economic Development, MCCC
o Welcome and Overview
· Jim Foti, Regional Director U.S. Department of Labor
o National efforts to grow apprenticeship programs and recent legislator
· Dan Kuba, Deputy Secretary of Workforce Development, at PA Department of Labor and Industry
o PA Economic and Workforce Development by way of Registered Apprenticeships
· Maria Figueroa-Kupcu – Partner, Social Impact Strategist at Medius360
o Environmental, Social, and Governance considerations for apprenticeships
· Vincent Beller, Manager, Operations Technical Training Programs, B.Braun Medical Inc
o Successful efforts to grow talent pipelines, a company perspective
· Jenni Butler, Executive Director, Montgomery County Workforce Board
o The Local Context, Apprenticeships in the Regional Workforce Plan
· Larry Byron, Director of Workforce Development for IT, MCCC
o MCCC’s Registered Apprenticeship Program for IT Generalists, MAP IT@Montco
Panel Discussion with Q/A opportunity 12:00-12:30
Opportunity to ask speakers specific questions and provide suggestions on how to collaborate to grow the IT workforce in the greater Montgomery County region.
· Jim Foti, U.S. Department of Labor
· Dan Kuba, Deputy Secretary of Workforce Development
· Maria Figueroa-Kupcu – Partner, Medius360, Social Impact Strategist
· Vincent Beller, Manager, Operations Technical Training Programs, B.Braun Medical Inc
· Brian McCarthy, Founder & CEO at Open Tier, member of MAP IT @ Montco
· Larry Byron, Workforce Director IT at MCCC
12:30-2:00 Networking Luncheon
· A buffet luncheon will be provided by MCCC and MontcoWorks for all attendees.
