Our Focus in May: Skills, Strategy, and Shared Solutions
May is packed with conversations about workforce innovation, civic leadership, and community connection. From national convenings on skills-based hiring and apprenticeship to regional events in the San Luis Valley and statewide strategy discussions, The Attainment Network team is showing up in spaces where ideas turn into action. We’re excited to keep building partnerships, elevating learner voice, and shaping the future of education-to-workforce systems.
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May 1
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Future Ready Apprenticeship Center Launch — Virtual
Katherine will join leaders from across the country for the launch of the Future Ready Apprenticeship Center. Hosted by CareerWise, the event will feature the unveiling of 10 states leading the future of workforce opportunity through Apprenticeship America.
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May 3–5
🔹 Close It Summit — Santa Fe, N.M.
Leaders from across the country will gather at this national convening to explore strategies for closing gaps between education, training, and employment. Stefan and Ashley will join our career navigator,
@Okany Rivas, to present our work in the San Luis Valley and join conversations on skills-based hiring, stronger data sharing, and cross-sector partnerships that build a more equitable and effective workforce system.
🗓️ May 4
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Colorado Future Systems Forum: Shaping the Future of Colorado’s Workforce — Denver
Rana will join leaders from across Colorado to explore the the social, economic, and behavioral barriers to upskilling and reskilling — and discuss policies needed to strengthen the workforce system.
🗓️ May 7
🔹 Care and Share Recipe for Hope — Monte Vista
Bringing together local businesses, organizations, and supporters, this community fundraiser raises awareness and support to address food insecurity across Southern Colorado. Ashley and Wes will attend to support programs that provide meals to individuals and families across the region while connecting with regional partners.
🗓️ May 8
🔹 Alamosa Chamber Arts and Awards Gala — Alamosa
Ashley will join community leaders and partners to celebrate leadership, economic development, and cultural contributions in the San Luis Valley.
🗓️ May 11
🔹 EGTC Apprenticeships for All Cohort Session – Denver
Libby is facilitating the second session with employers who are focused on strengthening their apprenticeship programs and expanding opportunity for learners and earners.
🔹 Colorado Project Cohort Launch — Virtual
A new cohort of civic, political, and private sector leaders from across Colorado will come together to explore challenging policy issues and identify common ground for action. Rana has been invited to participate in the initiative, which aims to turn civil discourse into practical, collaborative solutions for Colorado’s future.
🗓️ May 18
🔹 L/Earner Voice Symposium — Virtual
Join us for this interactive session highlighting the power of learner and earner voices through a series of short Ted Talk-style presentations from learners and earners sharing their own experiences navigating education and career pathways. Our presenters are leading the way with development of programs and policies that support career-connected Learning outcomes.
Learn more and register.
🗓️ May 19
🔹 Future of Work: From Data Signals to Strategy — Denver
Rana and Stefan will join employers, talent leaders, and higher education partners to explore labor market signals and employer-led strategies to keep Colorado competitive.
🗓️ May 21
🔹 CDHE Career and Workforce Development Leaders Convening – Virtual
Rana will join this statewide convening focused on career and workforce priorities across Colorado’s higher education system.
🗓️ May 27
🔹 CEEMI Post-Session Legislative Briefing and Recap – Virtual
What happened at the Capitol this session—and what does it mean moving forward? This CEEMI briefing will unpack key legislative developments, including updates on HB 1317 and other action affecting education, workforce, and economic mobility. Rana will join partners for the discussion.
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