More than 200 employers, educators, workforce and economic development professionals, government officials, and students are expected to come together from around the state for the upcoming Employer Educator Summit in Panora on Wednesday, October 10th. Previous summits proved to be successful in turnout and inspiration for attendees to bridge the workforce gap by engaging students with early initiatives to prepare them for the diverse workforce. This year’s Summit in Panora will be a continuation of those efforts, showcasing innovative programs throughout the state. The Employer Educator Summit agenda will run from 9am-3pm and feature presentations from Iowa Economic Development Director Debi Durham, discussion on federal regulations related to hiring youth, local program incentives, resource and collaboration toolkit as well as the Workforce Warrior Award Presentation.

Who:     Employers, Educators, Workforce Development Professionals, Economic Development Professionals

What:    Employer Educator Summit

Why:     50% of Iowa’s jobs require workers with Middle Skills, but only 33% of our workforce has those skills.

When:   Thursday, October 10th, 9 am – 3 pm

Where:  Lake Panorama National Conference Center, 5071 Clover Ridge Rd, Panora, IA 50216

How:      Registration is requested at www.westerniowaadvantage.com or by calling (515) 523-1262.

Organizational Background:

The Employer Educator Summit is hosted by Western Iowa Advantage and IowaWORKS – Western Iowa Western Iowa Advantage is a partnership of economic development organizations dedicated to promoting Western Iowa for business, job attraction and retention. The partnership includes Midwest Partnership EDC, Audubon County Economic Development, Greene County Economic Development Corporation, Carroll Area Development Corporation, Chamber & Development Council of Crawford County, Ida County Economic Development, Sac Economic & Tourism Development, Region XII COG, and Raccoon Valley Electric Cooperative.