Indiana Work-Based Learning Conference
Featuring the 19th Annual Impact Awards
February 13, 2025 - Embassy Suites Noblesville
13700 Conference Center Drive South
Noblesville, IN 46060
Program brought to you by Project Lead The Way.
Presented in partnership between the Institute for Workforce Excellence and the Indiana Chamber of Commerce.
Registration
Registration is now open!
Conference and Lunch
Time: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
For-Profit Pricing: $350
Nonprofit Pricing: $175
Awards Luncheon Only
Time: 12 - 1:45 p.m.
For-Profit Pricing: $125
Nonprofit Pricing: $100
Student/Parent Pricing: $50
Table of 8: $1500
Agenda
- 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.- Check-In and Expo Tables Open (includes continental breakfast)
- 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Morning Session
- 12 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. 19th Annual Impact Awards Luncheon
- 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Afternoon Session
- 4:00 - 4:30 p.m. Closing Reception
Schedule subject to change
Call for Proposals
The Institute for Workforce Excellence is now seeking qualified, dynamic speakers for the conference!
Your presentation should align with one of the following topics:
- Preparing Students for Success Through Course Connection
- Career and Technical Education
- Understanding the Work-Based Learning Continuum
- Aligning Work-based Learning to Course Competencies and Career Objectives
- Incorporating Skills-Based Hiring Practices Into Work-Based Learning Programs
- Employer Engagement Success (Liability, Transportation, Onboarding, etc.)
- Creating Equitable Opportunities (Focusing on Creating Equitable/Accessible Experiences)
- Increasing Capacity of Work-Based Learning (Systems Building)
All speaker requirements and policies can be found on the CFP form via the link below. Please read them carefully, as changes have been made from previous years. Please note, we do not pay breakout/technical session speakers. The due date for the CFP form to be returned is October 14, 2024. Due to promotional deadlines, late entries will not be considered. You may turn in multiple submissions.
Submit Conference Proposal2025 Impact Awards Luncheon
Nominations are open for the 19th Annual Impact Awards!
Recognize work-based learning excellence in Indiana by nominating an employer, work-based learning supervisor, career development professional, innovative program or work-based learner.
Winners will be chosen by a group of impartial judges. All nominees and winners will be celebrated at the Impact Awards Luncheon February 13, 2025. You may submit more than one nomination in any or all the award categories. The deadline is Friday, October 25, 2024.
Award Nominations
All of the winners are selected by a group of impartial judges from nominations submitted by YOU. Employers, have you hosted an intern who’s a rock star? Students, have you worked for an outstanding employer or supervisor? Schools, do you have career development staff that goes above and beyond? We want to hear your stories.
Congratulations to Our 2024 Winners
Work and Learn Indiana hosted the 18th Annual IMPACT Awards Celebration February 2024. Read about the employer, career development professional, intern supervisor, intern and community partner winners!
Thank You to Our 2025 Sponsors
Presenting Sponsor
Platinum Sponsor
Silver Sponsors
Interested in 2025 Conference Sponsorships?
Sponsorships and exhibit spaces are available for the conference. You may contact Jesse Brothers jbrothers@indianachamber.com for more information. Please note that sponsorship does not guarantee you a spot on the agenda.