As originally published on The Daily Reporter by Ethan Duran. Wisconsin has announced it broke the record for the most registered apprentices in its program this year. Gov. Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development on Monday reported there were 17,089 individuals enrolled in the Registered Apprenticeship Program, which provides training for
As first published by Tom Jenz for The Shepherd Express.Milwaukee was once a premiere example of American manufacturing, urban areas dominated by productive factories that shaped the city’s identity and economy. From the mid-19th century through much of the 20th century, Milwaukee was a hub of industry, renowned for its breweries, machine shops, and later, its
Listen in on the Brews and Blueprints podcast, where Ethan Duran of The Daily Reporter talks with Lindsay Blumer, the President and CEO of WRTP | BIG STEP. WRTP | BIG STEP has been named the Anchor Institution for Milwaukee's Workforce Hub, one of nine Investing in America Workforce Hubs launched by the Biden-Harris
Titan CEO and headline sponsor Wipfli LLP are pleased to announce Lindsay Blumer, President and CEO of WRTP | BIG STEP, has been selected as a 2025 Wisconsin Titan 100. The Titan 100 program recognizes Wisconsin’s Top 100 CEOs & C-level executives. They are the area’s most accomplished business leaders in their industry, determined
As originally published in full by The Daily Reporter.WRTP | BIG STEP was the White House’s chosen organization to lead construction coordination and job training amid the federal investment.Because Milwaukee was named the next Workforce Hub, dedicated funding for apprenticeships in the area will grow by at least $650,000, federal officials said. WRTP | BIG
Milwaukee, WI — Following President Joe Biden’s official announcement naming WRTP I BIG STEP as the Anchor Institution for Milwaukee’s Workforce Hub, WRTP I BIG STEP is launching a comprehensive outreach and communications strategy aimed at engaging a wide array of stakeholders. This plan will ensure the benefits of this national recognition flow to employers,
Transforming Lives through WRTP | BIG STEP In 2006, Noel McChristian's life took a significant turn when he joined the WRTP | BIG STEP program. Before this, Noel faced various challenges but was determined to build a better future. His journey began when he met John Anderson, the Southeast Director at WRTP | BIG
As originally published by WisBusiness The Madison Area Builders Association (MABA) and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Dane County (BGCDC) are celebrating the first anniversary of the McKenzie Regional Workforce Center. Developed by BGCDC and MABA and powered by partnerships with area organizations such as Habitat for Humanity, WRTP | BIG STEP, and
Recently, WRTP | BIG STEP was featured by TMJ4 News for our talent pipelines that connect people with sustainable careers in the skilled trades! We provide education, hands-on training, and ongoing support to connect individuals directly with future employers. Take Jade Retic's story, for example. Through our programs, Jade is gaining the skills and knowledge
We’re thrilled to announce CEO Lindsay Blumer was asked to speak on Comcast’s Newsmakers during the 2024 National Skills Coalition Summit! This esteemed program highlights leaders making a difference across various industries. In the interview, Blumber discussed WRTP | BIG STEP’s ongoing commitment to bridging the nation’s skills gap by exposing young people to
