http://www.raleighchamber.org/News related to Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce(c) 2026, Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce All Rights Reserved.5<p style="margin-bottom:11px">How do we prepare today&rsquo;s students and workers to succeed in tomorrow&rsquo;s economy?</p> <p>Join us for <strong>Triangle Workforce Strategies: The Career Collaborative,</strong> where we will highlight the systems strengthening the Triangle&rsquo;s talent pipeline and driving economic mobility.</p> <p>Through discussion and real-world examples, we will explore how businesses can engage at every stage of the journey, from investing in early opportunities to co-designing curriculum, offering mentorship, and supporting skills-based hiring practices.</p> <p><strong>Takeaways:</strong></p> <ul> <li>How cradle-to-career readiness strengthens the region&rsquo;s talent pipeline, creating well-rounded candidates with strong decision-making skills who are prepared for living-wage jobs.</li> <li>Why businesses are essential partners in the process &ndash; by investing, engaging, and collaborating with organizations shaping the future workforce.</li> <li>How the Cradle to Career Fair connects employers with education and workforce partners to create actionable pathways for a future-ready workforce.</li> </ul> <p>Participate to gain insights, connect with key partners, and walk away with strategies your business can use to help shape the workforce of tomorrow.</p> <p><strong>Speakers include:&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong>Jerry L. Jones</strong><br /> Executive Director, Center for Workforce Engagement<br /> Durham Technical Community College<br /> <br /> <strong>Monica Gemperlein</strong>, AVP for Workforce Operations &amp; Assessment<br /> Beltline Education Center Chief Center Officer<br /> Workforce Development<br /> Wake Technical Community College<br /> <br /> <strong>Cradle to Career Fair Resources:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Dress for Success Triangle NC</li> <li>Step Up Ministry</li> <li>El Centro Hispano</li> <li>Raleigh Summer Youth Employment Program</li> <li>Wake Technical Community College Pathfinder Career Exploration Program</li> <li>Durham Technical Community College Career Services</li> <li>Youth Ambassadors of Service</li> <li>Southeast Raleigh Promise</li> <li>NPower</li> <li>Capital Area Workforce Development</li> </ul> <p><br /> <em>No refunds after June 2.</em><br /> <br /> <strong>Questions?</strong><br /> For questions about speakers or the agenda, call 919.664.7066 or email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:tstaton@raleighchamber.org">Torri Staton</a>.<br /> For questions about registration, call 919.664.7033 or email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:amorales@raleighchamber.org">Alea Morales.</a><br /> <br /> <strong>Join the conversation on X!</strong><br /> @raleighchamber<br /> @RaleighWake</p> http://web.raleighchamber.org/demo/events/Triangle-Workforce-Strategies-The-Career-Collaborative-692026-1100-AM-692026-100-PM-2982/detailsThu, 20 Mar 2025 14:25:05 GMT