Culture. Connection. Community. 

Learn what young and early-career talent across industries actually want from employers and communities — and how businesses can attract, support, and retain them. 

Whether you are in manufacturing, construction, healthcare, hospitality, etc., attracting and retaining young talent is one of the most important challenges facing employers today.

Join WCEDA for a dynamic Workforce Symposium focused on three essential pillars of talent attraction and retention: Culture. Connection. Community.

The event will feature a keynote presentation from NEWaukee's Angela Damiani, followed by:

• A panel of regional business leaders sharing real-world strategies for attracting and retaining talent

• An interactive focus group experience designed to generate ideas and solutions

• A young talent panel focused on shaping the future of a Walworth County NextGen Professionals Alliance

Panelists will include a diverse mix of employers and emerging talent from across Walworth County, representing a range of industries and career paths.

Participants will also have the opportunity to contribute ideas and help shape future workforce initiatives in the region.

What you will gain: 

• Direct insights from young talent

• Employer case studies from regional companies

• Strategies to improve retention and workplace culture

• Opportunity to help shape the NextGen Professionals Alliance

Cost

Young Professionals (30 & under): FREE
WCEDA Members: $25
Non-Members: $35