EV Workforce Symposium
Automotive Technicians | First Responders | Charger Installation and Maintenance
Drive Clean Colorado is convening the EV Workforce Symposium on June 12, 2026 at CDOT HQ in Denver.
Colorado is a leader in EV adoption, and this event brings together the training providers, employers, state agencies, and students who are building the workforce to support it.
It's a working day — attendees leave with contacts, a clear picture of available training and funding, and concrete next steps.
Sponsored by Xcel Energy.
The event is free but you must be registered to attend.
Automotive Technicians | First Responders | Charger Installation and Maintenance
Drive Clean Colorado is convening the EV Workforce Symposium on June 12, 2026 at CDOT HQ in Denver.
Colorado is a leader in EV adoption, and this event brings together the training providers, employers, state agencies, and students who are building the workforce to support it.
It's a working day — attendees leave with contacts, a clear picture of available training and funding, and concrete next steps.
Sponsored by Xcel Energy.
The event is free but you must be registered to attend.
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Highlights
- 5 hours
- In person
Location
Colorado Department of Transportation Headquarters
2829 West Howard Place
Denver, CO 80204
How do you want to get there?
Agenda
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Welcome & Opening Remarks
Setting the stage for a day of action. Colorado leads in EV adoption – a distinction carrying heavy responsibility. Symposium attendees - state agency leaders, workforce educators, industry partners, and student – gathered to make sure the workforce is ready with appropriate, accessible, and leading-edge training programs.
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Panel: The Workforce Behind the Wheel
Moderated by Bonnie Trowbridge Panelists: Mike Salisbury — Colorado Energy Office (invited) Michael King — Colorado Dept. of Transportation Matt Goble — Colorado Dept. of Public Health & Environment Three state agencies, one shared mission. After a brief overview of the Colorado Climate Workforce Analysis & Plan each panelist will speak to what their agency is investing in, what funding and programs are available now, and what they need from the workforce community to make it work. This is a rare opportunity to hear from the people driving state EV policy all in one room. Funding announcements will be made. Come with questions. ed by Bonnie Trowbridge
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Breakout Round 1: Current State of Affairs
Join a breakout group for a working conversation among your peers doing the work. Auto Tech: Who is training EV technicians in Colorado today? What certifications exist, and where are the real capacity gaps? Charging & Electrical: What does EVSE installation and maintenance actually require? How are contractors, utilities, and apprenticeship programs adapting? First Responders: How prepared are Colorado departments right now? What does solid EV safety training look like, and who is delivering it? Come ready to share what you are seeing on the ground. 45 minutes | Tracks reconvene at 11:45 AM Track Leaders: Automotive Technicians: A.J. Samora EV diagnostics, repair & maintenance workforce needs Infrastructure/Chargers: Desiree Moore Installation, inspection & maintenance of EV supply equipment First Responders: Steve Trowbridge Emergency response protocols, battery safety & incident management