The Ohio Technical Skills Innovation Network, or Ohio TechNet (OTN), is a statewide consortium of over 40 community colleges, universities, and technical centers that accelerate innovation to meet manufacturing and tech workforce needs. Facilitated by Lorain County Community College, OTN’s strategic areas of focus include reaching new audiences, expansion of innovative earn and learn, engaging industry, and faculty development.

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February Ohio TechNet Meeting
Leveraging TechCred
OTN & NextFlex Joint 10th Anniversary Celebration (April 30th)
Professional Development for Educators
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OTN Monthly Meeting Reminder

Midwest Microelectronics Consortium (MMEC): Aligning Workforce Development Efforts to the Nation’s Defense Industrial Base

February 18th at 8:30 am (EST)

Join us for February’s Ohio TechNet meeting and connect with the Midwest Microelectronics Consortium (MMEC), a leader in advancing microelectronics and creating quality jobs while building a skilled workforce. Jessica Falcon, Director of Workforce Development at MMEC, will explore the consortium's exciting opportunities and its pivotal role in shaping the future of technology.

In this session, Jessica will cover:

An introduction to MMEC and its impact on the tech industry
Key working groups beyond microelectronics; including AI, Electronic Warfare, Quantum, 5G/6G, IoT, and more
How collaboration between industry, government, and academia drives innovation
Workforce needs and growth opportunities with Ohio industry members
Insights into current projects making waves in the tech world
How academic institutions can get involved

Don’t miss the chance to learn how you can be part of this transformative journey!

Click here to join us.

Zoom Dial In (optional): (646) 876-9923

Zoom Mtg ID (Webinar & Dial In): 282 600 8289

Leveraging TechCred for Apprenticeships

Cutting Dynamics leverages the State of Ohio's TechCred offering for its CNC Machining Apprenticeship Program with Lorain County Community College

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Watch Cutting Dynamic Apprentice, Cody Gibson, Share his Success

Save the Date! 10 Years of Ohio TechNet and NextFlex

SAVE THE DATE to celebrate 10 years of impact and innovation at the Ohio TechNet and NextFlex Defense Industrial Base event on Wednesday, April 30th at the Lorain County Community College (LCCC) Spitzer Conference Center.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

Industry Leaders Panel

Workforce Expert Panel

Industry-Education Partnership Spotlight

Networking and Facility Tours (Optional)

Keep an eye out for the official invitation in the coming days!

View the Registration Page!

Professional Development for Educators

Digital Transformation Workshop

March 8th and 15th at Sinclair College

This workshop caters to educators across all education levels who want to empower students with the skills and knowledge needed for the future.

The curriculum that is available to incorporate into your lessons includes; Artificial Intelligence (AI), modern manufacturing, product development, data literacy, supply chain, cybersecurity, and change management.

Leave this workshop with impactful lessons to use in your classroom that prepare your students—and you—for the technology of tomorrow.

Teachers can earn 1 graduate credit from Ashland University!

Earn $200 per day for each day of attendance.*$400 for both days*

Incorporation Incentive: Implement the lesson you create in your classroom and report back for an additional $200 bonus.
Childcare Support of $50/day available to assist with childcare expenses upon request.

Learn More and Register

Resources

Access the Presentation or Recording from Our Previous Meeting

Catch up on last month's meeting by watching the recording and exploring the slides as we heard from the Ohio Manufacturers' Association and the Chelsea Mills Group where they spotlighted the transformative WorkAdvance model and its powerful impact on connecting job seekers to high-demand sectors with quality career opportunities.

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