Description

Career Ready Lancaster! Quarterly Connections Meeting

January 23, 2026

7:30 (Networking) 8:00-9:00 Meeting

Tandem Living Woodcrest Villa Viva Welcome Center 

Theme: The Power of Industry Partnerships 

Why Attend? We are setting the stage for a new year connecting our workforce needs with our collective capabilities. Industry partnership comes in all shapes and sizes – just like our businesses. Come think with us, learn with us, and leave with real action steps. Hear from those who are building their workforce eco-system through collaboration and industry partnership.

Strategic Focus: The meeting explores the power of partnership in industry growth and expansion, making it relevant for leaders seeking solutions to talent challenges.

Inclusive Approach: Partnerships are defined broadly—from large associations to small professional groups—so attendees from diverse sectors can find relevance.

Action-Oriented: Learn practical approaches to building both formal alliances and informal networks.

Educators

Manufacturing:Apprenticeship Registration

TIDE 230-Hour CNC Machinist Training

Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology

Starting November 3, 2025

Registration Required Here

HS Seniors will be Considered

120-hour Talent & Innovation Defense Ecosystem (TIDE) Welding

Training to start on Tuesday, November 18 - February 10, 2026

Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology (Greenfield Campus)

TIDE Welding Registration Here

HS Seniors will be Considered

For Educators! Scholarship Available 

Basic CNC Programming and Set-Up

January 5-9, 2026

Thaddeus Stevens College

Registration Information 



Business Services 

RKL Career Exploration Program

Lancaster High School Program

Tuesday, April 28, 2025

Wednesday, April 29,2025

9:00AM - 12:00PM

For More Information Contact:

Ruchi Borger 

Employers

Manufacturing:

TIDE 230-Hour CNC Machinist Training

Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology

Registration Required Here

Starting November 3, 2025

Free to Employers

120-hour Talent & Innovation Defense Ecosystem (TIDE) Welding

Training to start on Tuesday, November 18 - February 10, 2026

Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology (Greenfield Campus)

TIDE Welding Registration Here

Free to employers

SMART-PA Launch January 7, 2025

Discover how smart manufacturing can revolutionize your operations, improve efficiencies, and drive growth for small and medium-sized manufacturers (SMMs). Whether you’re a seasoned industry leader or exploring smart manufacturing for the first time, this event provides valuable insights, practical examples, and actionable resources tailored for manufacturers in all sectors. SMART-PA is a program funded by the Department of Energy and the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development. From assessments and technical assistance to technology training and mini-grant funding, there are free and low-cost resources available to suit any small/medium manufacturer in Pennsylvania. WATCH

For questions regarding any of the above events, contact Coordinator of CRL!

Kimberley Patrick