2026 Regional Workforce CTE Forum

Partner in the Forum which creates more High-Quality, Work-Based Learning Experiences for our Region's High School Students!
About this Event

Why it Makes Sense... Hundreds of high school students have no idea what they are going to do when they graduate. Your organization can be at the forefront, known for making the difference for more students to experience High-Quality, Work-Based Learning (HQWBL) opportunities.

Once students see and participate on site where you work, they get excited...realizing “Icould do this!”

The CTE Workforce Forum Agenda includes:

· Networking with 100 or more attendees, continental breakfast, brief welcome, introductions, and sponsor recognition.

· Hearing the stories of high school or recent graduates to understand how their learning experiences propelled them to their careers.

· Presentations addressing the economic impact, trends in student CTE curriculum, and best practices for HQWBL.

· A panel of business and nonprofit leaders with best practices for successful programs.

· Industry Cluster Breakout Sessions for networking, brainstorming, and additional learning.

We are currently looking for sponsors! We Need Your Help!

$1000 Partnering Sponsor

• Introduced from the podium

• Opportunity to introduce one of our presenters

• Logo display on all marketing

• Panel participation or recommendations

• Invite to join the Forum Committee

$500 Partnering Sponsor

• Introduced from the podium

• Logo display on all marketing materials

• Invite to participate on the Forum Committee

Contact the Forum Founder, Susan Long-Molnar, Managing Communications for more information: susan@managingcommunications or 757-513-8633

The Workforce CTE Forum Committee is represented by: Hampton Roads Workforce Council, Virginia Peninsula Chamber, Hampton Roads Chamber, Virginia Wesleyan University, Bryant & Stratton University, Cotulla Education, Old Dominion University, Day & Zimmermann, Mr. Rooter Plumbing, and CTE professionals.