2025 Hire Ed Conference
Mission Employable: Agents of Workforce Development
The convening of key players in Virginia’s workforce ecosystem - such as educators, employers, policymakers, and workforce professionals to advance the future of workforce development.
This year's conference will:
Strategically address workforce challenges by sharing innovative solutions and best practices.
Equip attendees with tools, strategies, and insights to better serve individuals and employers across the Commonwealth.
Foster collaboration and partnerships among workforce stakeholders to strengthen Virginia’s talent pipeline.
Highlight success stories and proven models that drive economic mobility and community impact.
What to Expect:
Engage in dynamic sessions on critical topics shaping the future of workforce development, including the following. Scroll down this page to view the full agenda.
AI in the Workplace
Registered Apprenticeships
Workplace Readiness
Developing a Talent Pipeline
Employer Spotlights
Hear about valuable workshop partnerships and success stories from employers like Appteon, Inc., Alliance for Building Better Medicines/Commonwealth Center for Advanced Manufacturing, Southern Air, Kennedy & Company, and U.S. Census Bureau.
Attending Hire Ed offers workforce leaders and practitioners the opportunity to explore and discuss promising practices to respond to the workforce needs of job seekers and businesses in the Commonwealth.
Registration Deadline: October 17, 2025
2025 Hire Ed Conference
Date and Time
Thursday Nov 13, 2025 Friday Nov 14, 2025
November 13-14
Location
The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center
110 Shenandoah Avenue Roanoke, VA 24016
