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Future-Proof Your Workforce

July 29, 2026 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM (EDT)

Description

How Leading Employers Are Solving the Talent Shortage Through Apprenticeships

The workforce is changing faster than ever.

Between AI, evolving skill requirements, an aging workforce, and increasing competition for experienced talent, employers are facing unprecedented hiring and retention challenges. Simply posting another job opening isn't enough anymore.

The organizations that will thrive over the next decade aren't just recruiting talent—they're building it.

Join the Tampa Bay Tech Apprentice Network for an interactive employer workshop where you'll hear directly from organizations that are successfully developing skilled talent through registered apprenticeships and innovative workforce partnerships.

Whether you're struggling to fill technical positions, looking to improve retention, reduce hiring costs, or prepare your workforce for the future, this session will provide practical strategies you can begin exploring immediately.

During this session employers will learn: 

• How leading employers are creating sustainable talent pipelines instead of competing for the same candidates.
• Ways to reduce recruiting costs while increasing employee retention.
• How apprenticeships can support both new hires and upskilling existing employees.
• Funding opportunities and employer resources available to help offset training costs.
• Real-world success stories from employers already seeing measurable results.
• First steps to determine whether an apprenticeship strategy could benefit your organization.

Event Details 
Wednesday, July 29, 2026 
11:30 AM – Lunch & Networking
12:00 PM – Employer Workshop & Panel Discussion
1:30 PM – Adjourn

Hosted by Accenture
140 Fountain Parkway N., Suite 400
St. Petersburg, FL

Hear From Employers and Workforce Leaders
• Accenture
• Geographic Solutions
• FloridaMakes
• CareerSource Suncoast
• IEC Association

Who Should Attend?
• HR Leaders
• Talent Acquisition Professionals
• Learning & Development Leaders
• CIOs & Technology Leaders
• Operations Leaders
• Business Owners & Executives
• Anyone responsible for hiring, developing, or retaining talent.

Reserve Your Seat.  Space is limited.
Join us to discover how forward-thinking employers are preparing their workforce for what's next.

Location

Accenture

Hosted by Accenture in the Franklin Templeton building

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Tampa Bay Tech
Details: Please contact foundation@tampabay.tech with any questions
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