Alabama Summit on Talent Retention and Work-Based Learning

About This Event

The Alabama Office of Apprenticeship, Alabama Community College System and FuelAL, a program of the Economic Development Partnership of Alabama (EDPA), are proud to announce partnership in hosting the 2026 Alabama Summit on Talent Retention and Work-Based Learning. The Summit will take place in Birmingham, Alabama, at the Sheraton Birmingham Hotel, April 14-16, 2026.

The Summit will bring together employers, educators, economic developers and workforce professionals from across Alabama to learn best practices in talent retention & workforce development. Keynote speakers and panelists representing each sector will share their unique perspectives on how talent retention and work-based learning can benefit each component of a successful economy.

The Summit will also offer various breakout and panel sessions focused on topics such as apprenticeship, FAME, career pathways, and other work-based learning resources. Attendees will gain valuable workforce development tools and resources to better equip them.

Early Bird Registration

Ticket Pricing: $300

Registration Opens: Tuesday, January 20

Registration Closes: Saturday, February 28

Regular Registration

Ticket Pricing: $350

Registration Opens: Sunday, March 1

Registration Closes: Tuesday, March 31

Agenda At-A-Glance

Tuesday, April 14

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Registration & Lunch
1:00 PM – 4:45 PM | Opening Plenary & Breakout Sessions
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM | Welcome Reception
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM | Optional Evening Activities (Details Coming Soon)

Wednesday, April 15

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Breakfast & Networking
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Plenary & Breakout Sessions
11:00 AM – 4:30 PM | Lunch & FAME Summit
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Optional Evening Activities (Details Coming Soon)

Thursday, April 16

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Breakfast & Networking
9:00 AM – 11:45 AM | Closing Plenary Sessions
(Adjourn at 11:45 AM)

***Agenda is subject to change. Session details and speaker information will be posted as they are confirmed.

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