Whitepapers, Reports & Executive Briefs
UPSKILLING FOR GROWTH
Discover how Illinois manufacturers can build a digitally ready workforce, close skills gaps, and get more value from technology investments through upskilling, cross-training, and apprenticeships.
Whitepapers, Reports & Executive Briefs
Gaining Executive Commitment to Apprenticeship
Discover how to gain executive buy-in by positioning apprenticeship as a strategic investment that strengthens your workforce, reduces risk, and drives long-term business success.
Event
Apprenticeship Roundtable – Marion
Join our roundtable discussion as local employers share their experiences, success stories, and best practices for developing skilled talent through apprenticeship programs.
Event
BUILD. TRAIN. RETAIN. Food & Beverage Manufacturers Workshop – Wood River
This interactive workshop introduces food industry manufacturers to the Registered Apprenticeship model and provides a practical roadmap for launching or expanding a program.
Whitepapers, Reports & Executive Briefs
The State of Manufacturing Apprenticeships: National Trends, ROI, and How This Impacts Illinois Manufacturers
Manufacturers facing persistent workforce shortages and evolving skill demands can leverage apprenticeships as a proven, high-ROI strategy to build sustainable talent pipelines and future-proof their operations.
Blogs
Building Apprenticeship Programs: A Practical Path to Stronger Talent Pipelines
A practical guide for manufacturers to build apprenticeship programs that strengthen talent pipelines, improve retention, and deliver measurable ROI.
Webinar Recordings
BUILDING APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS: Structure, ROI, and Implementation
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Session Handout: BUILDING APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS: Structure, ROI, and Implementation Download: Building Tomorrow’s Workforce As manufacturers continue to face workforce challenges, apprenticeship programs offer a proven way to build […]
Event
BUILDING APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS: Structure, ROI, and Implementation
This webinar will provide an overview of apprenticeship programs, including the registered apprenticeship model and the return on investment they can generate for manufacturers.
Blogs
Building High-Impact Internship Programs: A Strategic Guide for Manufacturers
A well-designed internship program isn’t just short-term support, it’s a strategic, scalable way for manufacturers to build a stronger, future-ready workforce.
Webinar Recordings
INTERNSHIPS IN ACTION: Building Tomorrow’s Manufacturing Workforce
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Session Handout: INTERNSHIPS IN ACTION: Building Tomorrow’s Manufacturing Workforce Watch: ENGAGING MULTI GENERATIONS: Strengthening Skills through Training Pathways Internship programs can do more than fill short-term staffing needs, […]