# Event Details - **Event Name**: PSC Manufacturing Symposium: Shaping the Future of Industry Partnerships - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 12 Jun, 2025 at 07:30 am – Thu, 12 Jun, 2025 at 04:00 pm - **Event Description**: Register for the PSC 2025 Manufacturing Symposium—connect, learn, and lead the future of Illinois manufacturing. #PSCManufacturing2025About this Event https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/6d46c050-30e6-11f0-8038-a5ecc3e02e71-rimg-w572-h740-dc016d40-gmir.jpg PSC 2025 Manufacturing Symposium: Shaping the Future of Industry PartnershipsJoin Prairie State College for the PSC 2025 Manufacturing Symposium, a premier event designed to connect industry leaders, educators, and workforce development professionals to explore partnership opportunities that drive innovation in manufacturing. This full-day event will feature insightful discussions on employer partnerships, apprenticeship programming, and strategies to attract and retain Gen Z talent in the industry.Attendees will gain valuable insights into custom workforce training programs, industry best practices, and collaborative opportunities with Prairie State College (PSC) and the Chicago Area Industrial Commission (CAIC). Key sessions include:· Employer Partnerships and Workforce Development – Learn how PSC and industry leaders are bridging the skills gap.· Building the Future: Attracting & Retaining Gen Z in Manufacturing – Addressing the industry’s culture gaps and workforce expectations.· The Value of Apprenticeships & College Credit Programming – Discover how structured learning pathways benefit both employees and employers.· Meet Drew Crow – Get inspired by Manufacturing Social Media Influencer Drew Crow, who will share insights on the future of the industry.· Mobile Training Centers (MTCs) Tour & Networking – Engage with industry peers, explore hands-on training opportunities, and enjoy refreshments.Whether you're an employer, educator, or workforce development professional, this symposium offers a dynamic platform for collaboration and growth in Illinois’ manufacturing sector. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation shaping the future of industry talent and partnerships!Meet Drew CroweManufacturing Guru and Social Media Influencer https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/6d8ec5d0-30e6-11f0-8fad-2d966b8db6ae-rimg-w728-h740-dc141c1b-gmir.jpg DREW CROWEInspiring the Next Generation of Manufacturing LeadersOften referred to as the leader of The New American Manufacturing Renaissance, Andrew Crowe is one of the most influential people in manufacturing today. Andrew, or Drew as he prefers, strives to ignite and energize American manufacturing by exposing youth, community, political leaders, and underserved communities to this industry. His mission is to ensure that we put our best innovators, creators, and thinkers in spaces where they can thrive and grow.Agenda?: 07:30 AM - 04:00 PMPSC 2025 Manufacturing Symposium: Shaping the Future of Industry Partnerships?: 07:30 AM - 08:30 AMRegistration/Check-in; Continental BreakfastWelcome?: 08:35 AM - 09:00 AMPSC Customized Training Opportunities?: 09:00 AM - 09:30 AMDrew Crow: Recruiting and Retaining the Best Workforce Candidates?: 09:30 AM - 10:00 AMCommunity Based Organization Partnerships: OAI, Inc.?: 10:00 AM - 10:15 AMBREAK?: 10:15 AM - 11:30 AMBuilding the Future: Attracting and Retaining Gen Z Talent in Manufacturing?: 11:30 AM - 12:00 PMThe Benefits of Apprenticeship Programming: Bridgestone Tire?: 12:00 PM - 12:30 PMLUNCH?: 12:30 PM - 01:00 PMThe Make It In Illinois Manufacturing Marketing Initiative?: 01:00 PM - 01:40 PMThe Benefits of Apprenticeship Programming: Calumet Area Industrial Commission?: 01:40 PM - 02:20 PMCredit Bearing Programming in Manufacturing: Prairie State College?: 02:20 PM - 02:30 PMBREAK?: 02:30 PM - 03:00 PMPSC Workforce Trades: Customized Training and Mobile Training Centers (MTCs)?: 03:00 PM - 04:00 AMMTC Tours/Viewing - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago-heights/psc-manufacturing-symposium-shaping-the-future-of-industry-partnerships/100001353286298749 - **Event Categories**: workshops, it - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Chicago Heights - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: Prairie State College Conference Center - **lat**: 41.5251569 - **long**: -87.63885140000002 - **full address**: Prairie State College Conference Center, 202 South Halsted Street, Chicago Heights, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: PSC Manufacturing Symposium: Shaping the Future of Industry Partnerships - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/fbc7a034bdf67de9a55884edd7f587a6a43270150d6eb45a2b7a5d82fe374802-rimg-w732-h556-dc040303-gmir.jpg?v=1747242673 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is PSC Manufacturing Symposium: Shaping the Future of Industry Partnerships being held? 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