Conflux Workforce Development Summit

Conflux

St. Louis manufacturing leaders discussing workforce development challenges and solutions. April 21, 2025.

Conflux Co-Learning

<h2>2026 Workforce Development Summit</h2><p><strong><strong>Presented by Conflux, Bank of America &amp; FordHarrison</strong></strong></p><p><strong><strong>Sponsored by:</strong></strong> Greater St. Louis Inc. | Associated General Contractors of America, Missouri Chapter | National Tooling &amp; Machining Association (NTMA St. Louis) | St. Louis Community College | Missouri Association of Manufacturers (MAM) | Missouri Works Initiative | USA Cyber | Big Rocks Engineering | Missouri Enterprise| S. Louis Center for Advanced Professional Studies (STL CAPS) | Wipfli | Acropolis</p><p>April 21, 2026 | 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM (Doors Open @ 7)<br>8221 Minnesota Ave., STL, MO 63111</p><h2>The Workforce Challenge Is Real</h2><p>Manufacturing is facing one of the most significant workforce challenges in generations — an aging labor force, difficulty attracting younger talent, increased competition for skilled workers, and a rapidly shifting regulatory environment.</p><p>This summit is built to deliver practical, real-world solutions you can take back to your organization.</p><h2>Keynote: Understanding the New Labor Landscape</h2><p>We’re honored to welcome Corey Franklin, Office Managing Partner at FordHarrison in St. Louis, as our keynote speaker.</p><p>Corey advises employers across the country on labor relations, union matters, workplace policies, and employment law. He was recently named to <em><em>Best Lawyers in America (2026)</em></em> for his work in employment law.</p><p>In his keynote, Corey will break down how new federal labor policies are expected to impact manufacturers — from hiring and HR to compliance, benefits, and union activity — and what leaders should be thinking about now.</p><h2>Real Conversations. Real Solutions.</h2><p>In addition to the keynote, the summit features:</p><h3>Gen Z Workforce Panel</h3><p>Hear directly from the next generation of talent. This panel is made up entirely of Gen Z professionals sharing — in their own words — what they’re looking for in manufacturing careers, leadership, culture, and opportunity.</p><h3>Industry &amp; Education Leaders</h3><p>Manufacturers, HR professionals, educators, and workforce development leaders will share what’s actually working when it comes to building talent pipelines and strengthening workplace culture.</p><h3>Intentional Networking</h3><p>Connect with shop owners, operators, HR leaders, educators, policymakers — and students preparing to enter the workforce — all shaping the future of manufacturing in our region.</p><p>Breakfast and lunch are included.</p><h2>Join the Conversation</h2><p><em><strong><strong>Service provider tickets are limited.</strong></strong></em><br>Block April 21 and be part of the conversation shaping the future of manufacturing talent in our region.</p><h2>Sponsorship Opportunities Available</h2><p>Organizations can participate through breakfast sponsorships, lunch sponsorships, panel hosting, and community supporter packages.</p><p>For sponsorship inquiries, contact:<br>Courtney Herzing<br>cherzing@confluxcolearning.org</p>

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