Bestselling author and generational expert Mark C. Perna hosted two conversations with community leaders, educators, parents, and students in the Iowa City-Cedar Rapids (ICR) region on October 19, 2020. During his comments, Mark shared key insights on today’s younger generations, how to answer their all-important...
ICAN's new Trades Guide is a great resource for students considering a career path in the construction trades. These Iowa Building and Construction Trades Registered Apprenticeship Programs are overseen by the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training, and are “Earn and Learn”...
ICR Industry Sector Boards are business-led coalitions that develop, implement, and evaluate strategies to meet the workforce needs of a specific industry. These boards work hand-in-hand with regional organizations to help job seekers explore their career interests and connect with career opportunities right here in...
There is an urgent need to return Iowans to the workforce as quickly as possible in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. With that in mind, DeltaV has launched new curriculum and a program that features fully-paid tuition costs, thanks to a grant from the...
National Author Virtual Keynote Address - October 19thNoon - 1:00 pm Session: Business, Community, and Education Leaders REGISTER (free)6:00 - 7:00 pm Session: Parents, Students, and Teachers REGISTER (free) Join bestselling author and generational expert Mark C. Perna as he unveils the groundbreaking innovations and strategies...
Workplace Learning Connection (WLC) Job Shadow Experiences are are great way for high school students to begin planning for their future. These 2-4 hour opportunities with local employers give students a chance to learn more about career pathways.Students who are just starting their career exploration...
Aaron McGlynn never aspired to become a teacher. After working 13 years at a lumber yard and another 13 years as a custom homebuilder, the last job title he thought he would have was “Professor.” However, with nearly 30 years of experience in the construction...
Workplace Learning Connection has launched a new series of videos showcasing Iowa City-Cedar Rapids (ICR) professionals sharing details about their career path. The Virtual Career Speakers videos are available on their website and also on their YouTube Channel. The series offers local content that can...
ICR Iowa recently announced the launch of a new pilot focused on strengthening social and emotional learning in our regional schools. The pilot is a partnership between the ICR Future Coalition and ACT.“Employers have been expressing their need for employees with strong soft skills for...
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED. STAY TUNED FOR UPDATED INFORMATION. Today, the Regional Planning Partnership (RPP) Executive Team announced Mark Perna, national speaker and author, will be coming to Iowa City-Cedar Rapids (ICR) on April 6th to speak with educators, employers, community leaders, and families about...