2006
WRTP | BIG STEP moves into the historic building at 3841 W Wisconsin Avenue, known as the Center of Excellence.
Meeting the Workforce Needs of the Milwaukee Construction Industry Case Study: The Center of Excellence
Through the economic ups and downs of the last few years, it has become clear that cities and states simply must have competitive workforce development policies to compete in a changing economy. Coherent and sophisticated training programs accomplish two key goals for policymakers: they help attract knowledge-driven companies that ultimately can help move states
2005
Backed by the support of Governor Jim Doyle, WRTP | BIG STEP establishes the Center of Excellence (COE) for Skilled Trades & Industry.