Preparing the Next Generation Workforce: Education-Industry Partnerships for Success

Join Dr. Shelley Wooley, Director of Educational Programs at SME Education Foundation, for a panel discussion on fostering collaboration between industry and education to align training programs with the evolving needs of manufacturing. This session will highlight successful partnerships in equipping students with the advanced skills needed for the modern workforce. The discussion will also showcase SME Education Foundation's PRIME schools, which connect students with hands-on manufacturing education and industry-aligned training. Learn how these collaborations are shaping workforce development and preparing the next generation of skilled professionals.