Workforce Community Conversation
Date and Time
Thursday Sep 24, 2026
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM CDT
Fees/Admission
Free and open to the public with registration.
Contact Information
Willmar Lakes Area Chamber
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Description
Join area businesses, workforce partners, and community leaders for a conversation focused on strengthening our local workforce and connecting employers with practical training solutions.
Learn how the Minnesota Dual-Training Pipeline can help employers develop a skilled workforce through a competency-based, earn-and-learn model that combines related instruction with on-the-job training. The program is designed to help businesses build and enhance training approaches that address their specific workforce needs.
The Minnesota Dual-Training Pipeline currently supports employers in advanced manufacturing, agriculture, child care, health care services, information technology, legal cannabis, and transportation.
During this community conversation, participants will:
- Discuss workforce challenges, successes and innovative workforce approaches in our community
- Learn about Minnesota Dual-Training Pipeline and Youth Skills Training programs
- Share ideas and suggestions about how best to meet workforce needs
- Network with attendees from area businesses and workforce partners
- Ask questions of the Department of Labor and Industry staff members
