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WRTP | BIG STEP Selected by Ascendium Education Group To Lead Apprenticeship Pathway Coalition Initiative

MILWAUKEE, WI (March 18, 2025) - Milwaukee-based WRTP | BIG STEP has been awarded funding from Madison-based Ascendium Education Group to lead the newly formed Apprenticeship Pathway Coalition Initiative (APCI). Ascendium has granted WRTP | BIG STEP up to $10,000,000 over the next five years to develop Wisconsin's future apprenticeship-focused workforce. These funds are designated… Continue Reading WRTP | BIG STEP Selected by Ascendium Education Group To Lead Apprenticeship Pathway Coalition Initiative

WRTP | BIG STEP Selected by Ascendium Education Group To Lead Apprenticeship Pathway Coalition Initiative2025-03-18T12:32:55-05:00

Latino Academy, BGC to Host Construction Career Fair

As first published by Omar Waheed on Madison 365. The Latino Academy of Workforce Development has teamed up with the Boys & Girls Club of Dane County and WRTP | BIG STEP to host a construction career fair on March 7. The career fair aims to bring 20 employers in construction to connect with… Continue Reading Latino Academy, BGC to Host Construction Career Fair

Latino Academy, BGC to Host Construction Career Fair2025-02-07T13:15:02-06:00

WRTP I BIG STEP Outlines Comprehensive Outreach Plan Following President Biden’s Workforce Hub Designation for Milwaukee

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,… Continue Reading WRTP I BIG STEP Outlines Comprehensive Outreach Plan Following President Biden’s Workforce Hub Designation for Milwaukee

WRTP I BIG STEP Outlines Comprehensive Outreach Plan Following President Biden’s Workforce Hub Designation for Milwaukee2024-10-08T12:24:52-05:00

MABA, Boys & Girls Clubs of Dane County: Celebrating First Anniversary of the McKenzie Regional Workforce Center!

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… Continue Reading MABA, Boys & Girls Clubs of Dane County: Celebrating First Anniversary of the McKenzie Regional Workforce Center!

MABA, Boys & Girls Clubs of Dane County: Celebrating First Anniversary of the McKenzie Regional Workforce Center!2024-07-17T11:21:29-05:00

Empowering Individuals to Seek Careers In the Trade Industry

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… Continue Reading Empowering Individuals to Seek Careers In the Trade Industry

Empowering Individuals to Seek Careers In the Trade Industry2024-07-11T11:12:53-05:00

CEO Lindsay Blumer speaks during 2024 National Skills Coalition Summit

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… Continue Reading CEO Lindsay Blumer speaks during 2024 National Skills Coalition Summit

CEO Lindsay Blumer speaks during 2024 National Skills Coalition Summit2024-07-08T13:42:00-05:00

2024 Summer Trades Academy Draws 170 Students From the Milwaukee Area

As originally written by Ethan Duran for The Daily Reporter. Last week, WRTP | BIG STEP and the Milwaukee Building & Construction Trades Council hosted a record-breaking number of curious high school students at the 2024 Milwaukee Summer Trades Academy. The multi-day event featured 14 different trades and took place at different trade halls… Continue Reading 2024 Summer Trades Academy Draws 170 Students From the Milwaukee Area

2024 Summer Trades Academy Draws 170 Students From the Milwaukee Area2024-07-02T17:01:39-05:00

WRTP | BIG STEP Impact Report 2023

2023 was a year of significant change across the nation, including unprecedented investments in infrastructure and a record-breaking number of active apprenticeships. In WRTP | BIG STEP’s 2023 Impact Report, we look back on the amazing partnerships, events, and programs that have allowed our communities to flourish. WRTP | BIG STEP has implemented MSSC/HSED… Continue Reading WRTP | BIG STEP Impact Report 2023

WRTP | BIG STEP Impact Report 20232024-06-21T12:15:13-05:00

Black Construction Trainees In Milwaukee Could Help Alter Underrepresentation in Industry

Originally written by Chuck Quirmbach for WUWM 89.7 FM Two Biden administration cabinet members looked very favorably upon the Wisconsin Regional Training Partnership (WRTP) | BIG STEP organization during recent visits. Acting Labor Secretary Julie Su brought news of more than $1 million for training on building and maintaining electric vehicle charging stations. At… Continue Reading Black Construction Trainees In Milwaukee Could Help Alter Underrepresentation in Industry

Black Construction Trainees In Milwaukee Could Help Alter Underrepresentation in Industry2024-02-08T15:40:20-06:00

Biden administration announces federal funding to expand Wisconsin’s trade-skills workforce

As originally published by Megan Marshall for Spectrum News 1. WAUWATOSA, Wis. — The Biden administration is making investments in Wisconsin. On Friday, members of his team announced federal funding heading to the Milwaukee area to help further the roll out of more electric vehicle charging stations across the country. “If you don’t do right… Continue Reading Biden administration announces federal funding to expand Wisconsin’s trade-skills workforce

Biden administration announces federal funding to expand Wisconsin’s trade-skills workforce2024-01-25T13:19:39-06:00

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