WIM SUMMITS

Where students and employers connect through real, hands-on experience.

Experience It Live

Workforce in Motion Summits brings it all together — students, educators, and employers in one place.

  • Connect with emerging talent
  • Explore career pathways
  • Participate in hands-on experiences (Equipment Rodeo)
  • Build relationships that extend beyond the event

About WIM Summits

The Workforce in Motion Summit is a regional workforce initiative promoting career opportunities with regional employers in healthcare and the skilled trades. Our mission is to strengthen the talent pipeline by connecting employers directly with:

  • Emerging workforce talent (high school students)
  • Career changers and adult learners
  • Job seekers seeking credentialed and advancement-based roles
  • Workforce development and training partners

As workforce shortages continue to impact critical industries, the Summit provides a coordinated solution: early engagement, direct recruitment, and visibility across diverse workforce segments.

Why Sponsor?

Sponsoring the Workforce in Motion Summit positions your organization as:

  • A leader in workforce development
  • A champion of economic growth
  • A visible partner in career mobility
  • A proactive employer addressing workforce needs

Sponsors benefit from:

  • Brand visibility statewide
  • Direct engagement with prospective employees
  • Recognition as an industry leader
  • Targeted exposure to motivated and self-selecting candidates
  • Public acknowledgment of your investment in regional workforce solutions

Audience Reach

The Summit attracts:

  • Students exploring postsecondary pathways
  • Individuals seeking career transitions
  • Workforce development agencies
  • Community leaders and educators
  • Training and certification providers

This diverse audience ensures both immediate hiring potential and long-term pipeline development.

WIM North Summit 🔵

September 29, 2026 • Champlain Valley Expo

Workforce in Motion is expanding north, bringing its hands-on workforce model to Vermont’s largest population center. The WIM North Summit will connect students and employers through career exploration, industry engagement, and regional opportunity.