2025
WRTP | BIG STEP expands into northern Wisconsin, marking the start of serving communities statewide.
2025
BIG STEP marks its 50th anniversary with a major renovation of its Milwaukee location, dedicating the training floor with a new name: the Vince Toran Training Center.
2024
WRTP | BIG STEP is granted funds from Ascendium Education Group to expand apprenticeship pathways on a statewide level.
2018
The Racine office of WRTP | BIG STEP opens.
2015
WRTP | BIG STEP opens its Madison office.
2014
WRTP and BIG STEP formally merge their Boards of Directors as they cement themselves as a single organization.
2006
WRTP | BIG STEP moves into the historic building at 3841 W Wisconsin Avenue, known as the Center of Excellence.
2005
Backed by the support of Governor Jim Doyle, WRTP | BIG STEP establishes the Center of Excellence (COE) for Skilled Trades & Industry.
2003
The Charles Stewart Mott Foundation selects WRTP for a national Sector Employment Impact Study.
2002
WRTP and BIG STEP partner to facilitate the effective coordination of employer-driven worker readiness, ensuring prospective workers gain the skills and experiences required by employers.