In honor of National Apprenticeship Week, November 14-20, the Greater Baltimore Committee and Humanim invite employers to learn more about the value of apprenticeships through a series of free regional, collaborative events. Our programming will raise awareness, inspire engagement, and connect employers to regional support providers to aid in the successful implementation of youth, pre-registered, and non-traditional apprenticeships.
Apprenticeship 101
Monday, November 14
3-4 p.m.
Webinar via Zoom
In this webinar, we’ll provide insight on how apprenticeships can play a strong role in recruitment, retention, and other workforce development strategies. Attendees will also hear from leaders at AT&T on the model that has helped their organization attract and retain a strong talent pipeline.
Panelists:
- Anthony Butler, Sr Placement Director, NPower.
- Natalie Linton, Program Analyst, Office of Apprenticeship, U.S. Department of Labor
- Jeffrey Richman, Higher Education Administrator and Policy Specialist, Howard Community College
Moderator:
- John Dayton, Assistant Director, Anne Arundel Community College
Fireside Chat with Brenda Anderson, Associate Director, Program Management National Security and Defense Public Sector AT&T Corporation moderated by Minah Woo, Vice President of Workforce, Innovation & Strategic Partnerships, Howard Community College.
Success Stories from Untapped Talent Pools
Tuesday, November 16
11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Webinar via Zoom
As widespread staffing issues make headlines, companies look for new ways to address their labor shortages. This session spotlights how employers successfully identify non-traditional candidates, as well as why they’ve created opportunities to include them in their recruiting strategies. These “hidden pipelines” are supported by service organizations from around the region dedicated to helping employers on-board new hires successfully.
Panelists:
- Adissa Barry, CEO, TEI Electrical
- William Dempsey, Facilitator and Recruiter, Bon Secours Community Works – Returning Citizens Program
- Charles Hicklyn, Administrative Manager, Humanim
- Toemore Knight, Superintendent, TEI Electrical (former apprentice)
Moderator:
- Anthony Butler, Sr Placement Director, NPower
Regional Workforce Solutions Summit
Wednesday, November 16
3-5:30 p.m.
In-Person at the American Brewery Building
Our signature in-person networking event connects employers to premier service providers who aid employers in implementing youth, pre-registered, and non-traditional apprenticeship programs. Participants will learn about “free money” available to help employers roll out new workforce initiatives. Also, fellow employers in technology, healthcare, manufacturing, and construction will share their apprenticeship success stories and best practices.
Traditional Apprenticeships Panelists
- Chris Hadfield, Vice President, Workforce Development ABC-Baltimore
- Stephanie Gary, Vice President & Senior Fleet Management Specialist, KG Truck & Auto
- Charles Marquette, Director, Workforce Development and Continuing Education Division, Baltimore City Community College
- Jeffrey W. Smith, Program Manager for Apprenticeship and Training, Office of Workforce Development, Maryland Department of Labor
Moderated by Anthony Butler, Sr Placement Director, NPower.
Non-Traditional Apprenticeships Panelists
- William Dempsey, Facilitator and Recruiter, Bon Secours Community Works – Returning Citizens Program
- Jennifer Sproul, President, MCCEI
- Rodney Walker Business Coordinator, YouthWorks Private Sector Mayor’s Office of Employment Development, Youth Services
- Minah Woo, Vice President of Workforce, Innovation & Strategic Partnerships, Howard Community College
Moderated by Yvette Diamond, Director, Preparing for the Future: A Regional Workforce Development Initiative powered by the Greater Baltimore Committee
Success Stories for Non-Traditional Programs
Thursday, November 17
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Webinar via Zoom
One size does not fit all. Sometimes, it requires a paradigm shift. Hear from an industry panel sharing stories and best practices for implementing non-traditional recruiting, training, and retaining practices and how support organizations in the region work with employers on their implementation strategies.
Panelists:
- Dr. Austin Hill, Director of Strategic Partnerships, Harford Community College
- Timothy Johnson, Job Coach, YouthWorks Private Sector, Mayor’s Office of Employment Development, Youth Services
- William McIntyre II, Vice President Economic and Workforce Development, Humanim
- Ed Mullin, Executive Director, Baltimore Robotics Center
- Jennifer Sproul, President, MCCEI
- Rodney Walker, Business Coordinator, YouthWorks Private Sector Mayor’s Office of Employment Development, Youth Services
Moderator:
- Yvette Diamond, Director, Preparing for the Future: A Regional Workforce Development Initiative powered by the Greater Baltimore Committee