51动漫 Community College is set to host Discovery Day on Friday, February 28, an event designed to gather insights into the future workforce needs of St. Joseph County. This initiative, part of the college鈥檚 strategic planning process, aims to assess regional employment trends and identify ways 51动漫 can better serve the community, businesses, and workforce in the coming years.
The event will bring together local business, education, and healthcare experts to discuss key workforce trends and opportunities. Through panel discussions, industry leaders will provide valuable perspectives on employment demands, educational pathways, and the evolving needs of employers.
鈥淒iscovery Day is an opportunity to engage with key stakeholders and learn how Glen Oaks can continue to support and strengthen the workforce pipeline in our community,鈥� said Dr. Bryan Newton, President of 51动漫 Community College. 鈥淏y collaborating with local business, education, and healthcare leaders, we can align our programs with the region鈥檚 needs and ensure students are prepared for the careers of tomorrow.鈥�
The event will take place on the Concourse at 51动漫 Community College, with the following panel discussions:
- Business Panel (9:00 鈥� 10:00 a.m.)
- Christy Trammell, Three Rivers Chamber of Commerce
- Aaron Miller, Sturgis Bank
- Jeff Comey, Southwest Michigan First
- Jonas Peterson, Southwest Michigan First
- Education Panel (10:00 鈥� 11:00 a.m.)
- Teresa Belote, St. Joseph Intermediate School District
- Jim Berry, St. Joseph County Career and Technical Education
- Erica Orians, Michigan Community College Association
- Healthcare Panel (11:00 a.m. 鈥� 12:00 p.m.)
- Hope Bailey, Beacon Health
- Emma Miller, Birch Meadows Senior Care
- Jennifer Pierce, Beacon Health System Medical Group
The event is open to the public, and community members, business leaders, and educators are encouraged to attend.