The Chamber is partnering with the Germantown Area Chamber in tackling the workforce shortage head-on through the Manufacturing and Trade Career Expo. This initiative aims to build a pipeline for future talent by engaging high school and middle school students early on, sparking interest in the manufacturing and trade industries. By introducing young minds to these careers, The Chamber is working to close the skills gap and ensure a robust workforce for the future.

This year's Manufacturing and Trade Career Expo, Presented by Nicolet Plastics, will take place on October 16th and 17th at the Washington County Fair Grounds, and there is still time for our valued Manufacturing and Trade partners to join us in advancing this important cause!

Since the expo’s beginning in 2009, we have welcomed over 12,000 students, educators and parents to the Expo. With your support and in coordination with the Menomonee Falls, Hamilton and Germantown School Districts, and area technical colleges, we anticipate participation of over 1100 students in 2024!  Invitations to attend are sent to every school district in Waukesha, Washington, Ozaukee and Milwaukee Counties, including several local home school organizations, but any district is welcome to attend at no cost!