# Event Details

- **Event Name**: West Virginia Apprenticeship Summit
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 30 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 am – Thu, 30 Apr, 2026 at 11:00 am (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Join us in WV for the Apprenticeship Summit to connect, learn, and grow your skills in person!About this EventJoin Us at the West Virginia Apprenticeship Summit!Ready to dive into the world of apprenticeships? This in-person event is your chance to connect, learn, and grow with others passionate about workforce development. Whether you're an employer, apprentice, or just curious, you'll find plenty of great info and networking opportunities. The location is 1900 Kanawha Blvd E, Bldg 3, 1st Floor Conference Room Charelston WV, 25305.Please allow time to go through security. Free parking is located at Laidley Field parking area.West Virginia Apprenticeship Summit AgendaDate: April 30, 2026, 9:00-11:00 amLocation: On Capitol Campus, Building 3, 1st floor Conference RoomRefreshments: Coffee, water, and light snacks will be provided9:00 AM: Welcome and Introduction Speaker: Nicholas Nunnery, Apprenticeship Program Coordinator, WV Div. of Economic Development 9:05 AM – 9:15 AM: What is an Apprenticeship? Topic: Determining what an apprenticeship is and how it differs from other training models. Speaker: Michael Ferrari, USDOL West Virginia State Director of Apprenticeships 9:15 AM – 9:30 AM: Apprenticeship Education and Training Topic: Explore training providers and resources that satisfy the Related Training Instruction of Apprenticeships Speakers: Heather Cooper, Director of Apprenticeships (Marshal Advanced Manufacturing Center); Tiffany Ellis Williams Director of Workforce and Economic Development (West Virginia Community & Technical College) 9:30 AM – 9:45 AM: Funding Opportunities Topic: Discover funding streams (WFWV, GGWP, SNAP) that can help to cover the cost of training apprentices. Speakers: State Experts , Jonathan Compton Assistant Director , Workforce Development (WFWV), Nicholas Nunnery (GGWP), Ashley Puffenbarger Department of Human Services Program Manager (SNAP E&T) 9:45 AM – 9:55 AM: Coffee Break 9:55 AM – 10:05 AM: Panel Discussion: Energy Technology Oriented Discussion Topic: How is the apprenticeship model being applied in the Energy Industry? Panelists: Clayburne Stevens Program Manager(Office of Energy), Tammy Stanford Consumer Programs Manager (AEP) 10:20 AM – 10:35 AM: Panel Discussion: Non-Traditional Apprenticeships Topic: Examine the benefits for companies adopting the apprenticeship model in non-traditional roles. Panelist: Dave Wertz VP of Manufacturing (Blenko Glass Factory) 10:35 AM – Conclusion: Closing Remarks Speaker: Governor Patrick Morrisey (Invited)
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charleston/west-virginia-apprenticeship-summit/100001987617745181
- **Event Categories**: Business, Workshops
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Charleston
- **state**: WV
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Building 9
- **lat**: 38.3377239
- **long**: -81.614088
- **full address**: Building 9, 1900 Kanawha Boulevard East, Charleston, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is West Virginia Apprenticeship Summit being held?
  - **A:** West Virginia Apprenticeship Summit takes place on Thu, 30 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 am to Thu, 30 Apr, 2026 at 11:00 am at Building 9, 1900 Kanawha Boulevard East, Charleston, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing West Virginia Apprenticeship Summit?
  - **A:** West Virginia Apprenticeship Summit is organized by WV Division of Economic Development.

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