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Our one-of-a-kind Race to Talent Events are hands-on, employer-focused panels designed to take the guesswork out of launching a Registered Apprenticeship Program. Whether you’re just getting started or ready to grow, we’ll help you overcome two of the most common barriers of understanding and completing Department of Labor (DOL) paperwork and finding the right training provider or aligning your existing curriculum.

Join Us For: 

  • Real Talk with Employers:
    • Hear from local businesses that are using apprenticeships to power innovation and retention.
  • Live Q&A with Experts:
    • Get direct access to apprenticeship pros ready to answer your questions and share proven strategies.
  • How-To Guidance:
    • Learn exactly how to start – or expand – Registered Apprenticeship Program with support from Michigan Works! Southeast.
  • Connect and Collaborate:
    • Network with key players in workforce development and build partnerships that move the needle.

Don’t miss this energizing, no-cost event designed to break down the barriers around Registered Apprenticeships – and open real opportunities for Michigan’s employers, educators, and workforce leaders.