Filtering by: Breakout Sessions Track 1

Dec
4
10:45 AM10:45

What are the Elephants in the Room

Location

ROOM 403

Description

A panel discussion on apprenticeship system issues – what’s good, what should we be paying attention to. From meeting employer demand to diversity, this panel will take a hard look at opportunities to strengthen apprenticeship.

Moderator: W. Tali Hairston

Presenters: Sasha Rayburn, WTIA; Rick Dimmer, City of Seattle; Alan Kniffin, GLY, Kelly Kupcak, Oregon Tradeswomen

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Dec
4
10:45 AM10:45

Support Services: Impacting Success through Resources

Location

ROOM 317

Description

Historically it has been documented that in many instances the key to apprentice completion is supportive services. Whether child care, drivers license or other resources, hear from experts on how to find and access these supports.

Moderator: Stella Wayman, ANEW

Presenters: Tina Burnquist, Division of Child Support, Alternative Solutions; Kris Larsen, Urban League; Megan Clark, ANEW AOP; Kevin Osborn, Pioneer Human Services

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Dec
4
10:45 AM10:45

Pre-Apprenticeship Builder (Repeats in Track 2)

Location

ROOM 405

Description

Pre-apprenticeship programs that serve a variety of populations will share their experience in building a successful pre-apprenticeship program. Attendees of this session will learn the components of a pre-apprenticeship program, sources of resource and funding, and how to get recognized.

Moderator: Jim Kaltenbaugh, Wa. St. Labor & Industries Apprenticeship Consultant

Presenters: Morgan Stonefield, ANEW; Erin O’Neil, Peninsula High School; Greg Christiansen, Iron Workers; Kenna May, STP, Spokane Community College

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Dec
4
10:45 AM10:45

Youth Apprenticeship (Repeats in Track 2)

Location

ROOM 318

Description

This is the current hot topic! How can apprenticeship provide a solution to the high percentage of high school students that do not aspire or desire to attend university after graduation? Beyond technical skills, how do youth apprenticeship programs create a generation that is “job ready”? Hear about models of youth apprenticeship, teen worker safety rules, and system framework in the K-12 system

Moderator: Brittany Craighead, WA State Labor & Industries Apprenticeship Consultant

 Panelists: Josie Bryan, WA State Labor & Industries; Bri Durham, Aerospace Joint Apprenticeship Committee; John Page, Tacoma Public Schools

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Dec
4
10:45 AM10:45

Collaboration across agencies to support apprenticeship expansion and create opportunities for youth

Location

Room 404

Description

A panel that includes representation from Associated General Contractors of Oregon, All Hands Raised, contractors, school and community will discuss various partnership roles and strategies they have used for strengthening the high school to apprenticeship pathway, as well as youth preparation for industry careers.

Moderator: Connie Ashbrook, Ashbrook Consulting, LLC;

Presenters:  Frosti Adams, Associated General Contractors, Oregon Columbia Chapter; Aaron Bouchane, Associated General Contractors, Steve Malany, P & C Construction.

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Dec
4
10:45 AM10:45

Mentorship Matters (Repeats in Track 2)

Location

ROOM 316

Description

Apprenticeship – it’s a learning experience like no other! One of the major components is the on the job learning experience but are all OJT mentors/journey workers equipped to teach a new employee? Do apprentices have the skills to be effective on the job learners and listeners? Hear how EJTC and Skill Plan partnered to develop curriculum to address these skills gaps and how it is now being implemented beyond Canada and beyond construction! Learn what are the main components of the program, how to successfully implement the program, what employers are saying about results.

Speakers: Fahrid Poursoltani, Electrical Joint Training Committee; Kyle Downie, Skill Plan; Phil Davis, Electrical Joint Training Committee

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Dec
4
10:45 AM10:45

Employer Engagement Fundamentals

Location

ROOM 406

Description

Employers are the heartbeat of any apprenticeship, and the key to expanding apprenticeship. To better identify what employers need from navigators and business solutions experts we held a multiple industry roundtable. Hear the results from that roundtable and access key resources developed. Attendees will learn best practices for employer engagement, what to know before you do outreach, learn about online resources, how to prepare, who to talk to, and more!

Moderator: Kairie Pierce, Washington State Labor Council

 Panelists: Melinda Nichols; Rachel McAloon, L&I Consultant; Joseph Jenkins, Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration

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Dec
4
10:45 AM10:45

Registered Apprenticeship Fundamentals (Repeats in Track 2)

Location

BALLROOM A

Description

Attend this exciting and informative presentation offered by Washington experts on the basics of Apprenticeship. This session is for attendees with little or no working knowledge of the principles of Registered Apprenticeship. Learn basic components of Registered Apprenticeship and discover resources across the state that offer information and assistance for Registered Apprenticeship.

Speakers: Sandra Husband and AhShalla Harris, WA Dept. of Labor & Industries Apprenticeship Consultants

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Dec
4
10:45 AM10:45

Industry Training Authority, BC Completion Initiative (Repeats in Track 2)

Location

Room 407

Description

By working closely with apprentices, employers, and at times, instructors, ITA Completions team is providing support to apprentices along their journey to certification. Michelle will also touch on how ITA engages with their stakeholders to ensure apprentices are achieving certification and all the resources ITA provides to employer and apprentices for successful apprenticeships. Repeats in Track 2.

Presenters: Michelle Anderlini, Manager, Industry Training Authority Completions Initiative, Rod Bianchini, COO Industry Training Authority

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Dec
4
10:45 AM10:45

ROI – The Apprenticeship Value Proposition

Location

ROOM 315

Description

Employers who formally train their employees realize a significant return on their investment. Yet, few realize the extent of this investment, and its affect on their company’s bottom line, retention and company morale. Hear from experts several points of reference showcasing the value of apprenticeship.

Moderator: Alan Hardcastle, Washington State University

Presenters: Dave Wallace, WA State Workforce and Training Education Board; Shaun Engstrom, Apprenticeship Program Liason, Oregon Apprenticeship

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