As workforce needs continue to shift alongside political, economic, and social pressures, organizations across all industries are looking for new ways to strengthen their teams, retain talent, and plan for the future. This summer, Urban Learning Collaborative (ULC) in Milwaukee is stepping up with a timely new initiative:
FUTURE-READY WORKFORCE: INNOVATE, ELEVATE, & LEAD — a three-part roundtable series designed to equip leaders, educators, and professionals with the insights, strategies, and connections needed to thrive in today’s workforce.
Whether you are responsible for talent development, navigating organizational change, or driving innovation, these sessions are designed to provide actionable takeaways and a space for meaningful collaboration.
What to Expect at Each Session
Each roundtable is held on Thursday from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM, with the first two hosted in-person at 6737 West Washington Street, West Allis, WI 53214 and the third session offered virtually. Attendees will engage in interactive discussions, hear from expert facilitators, and leave with fresh tools to tackle some of the most pressing issues in workforce and leadership development.
Session 1: June 12, 2025
Developing Future Leaders: How to Build a Strong Leadership Pipeline (In-Person)
Discover how to identify and grow emerging talent within your organization. This session focuses on practical strategies for leadership development, succession planning, and creating advancement pathways. Learn how to build a culture of leadership that sustains organizational success over time.
Session 2: June 26, 2025
Retention Strategies That Work: Reducing Turnover in High-Stress Industries (In-Person)
High-stress industries often face the highest turnover. This session explores what it takes to create a workplace culture that retains top talent—through employee recognition, wellness support, and positive management strategies that boost morale and motivation.
Session 3: July 10, 2025
Leveraging Government Grants & Funding for Workforce Training Program (Virtual)
Tap into available government funding to upskill your team. This virtual session provides a practical breakdown of the grant landscape, eligibility requirements, and how to secure financial resources to support your workforce development goals.
Why Attend?
At a time when many organizations are stretched thin and facing new challenges in hiring, retention, and leadership, the Future-Ready Workforce series offers a space to step back, learn, and plan. Whether you’re in education, healthcare, manufacturing, or a nonprofit role, this series will help you stay ahead of the curve—and connect with others who are working toward the same goals.
Let’s innovate. Let’s elevate. Let’s lead—together.
Registration Details
Tickets are $97 per session or $215 for the full three-part series.
Group rates are available:
Contact the ULC office directly at (414) 342-1569 or edservices@urban-learning.org for more information.
📍 Location for In-Person Events:
6737 West Washington Street
West Allis, WI 53214