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LIFT Off Webinar – Accelerating America’s Advanced Manufacturing Pipeline

Join Us on September 24th for a LIFT Off Webinar, Fueling the Future: Accelerating the Advanced Manufacturing Workforce of Tomorrow
America’s manufacturing sector is at a crossroads. With millions of jobs projected to go unfilled in the next decade, closing the talent gap is not just an industry priority—it’s a national imperative.
Presented by LIFT’s Chief Workforce Development Officer, Dr. Robert Shaner, this dynamic webinar will spotlight how we are accelerating the advanced manufacturing talent pipeline by equipping students, servicemembers, and workers with the skills, credentials, and hands-on experiences needed to excel in high-demand careers.
Discover how programs like Operation Next® and IGNITE: Mastering Manufacturing® are fueling economic growth, empowering individuals, and strengthening our nation’s security by preparing the next generation of advanced manufacturing talent.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the Workforce Challenge and talent shortage in advanced manufacturing and its potential impact on U.S. economic competitiveness and national security.
- Learn how LIFT programs such as Operation Next and IGNITE are equipping students, servicemembers, and workers with in-demand skills and credentials.
- Discover how industry, education, and government partners can collaborate with LIFT to expand the pipeline, fuel economic growth, and ensure a skilled workforce for the future.
Register Now to secure your spot!