Skilled Trades for America Forum

Advancing Public-Private Solutions to Strengthen America’s Skilled Trades Workforce

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 | 11:45 a.m. – 5:15 p.m. ET

Central Piedmont Community College

Levine Campus, Tucker Fine Arts Center

2800 Campus Ridge Road

Matthews, North Carolina 28105

About the Event

The Business Roundtable Skilled Trades for America Initiative (STAI) is convening the Skilled Trades for America Forum to bring together leading CEOs, policymakers, training providers and workforce partners to examine how employers, government and community institutions can work together to strengthen skilled trades talent pipelines.

As employers across industries face persistent skilled labor shortages, the forum will highlight practical, scalable models — ranging from Registered Apprenticeships to employer-aligned training partnerships — that expand access to high-quality careers while meeting business needs. Discussions will focus on the role of private-sector leadership, policy and cross-sector collaboration in building a workforce that powers America’s economy.

Event Details

This is an in-person event. Registration is free of charge. Lunch and refreshments will be provided.

Recommended hotel accommodations:

· The Ballantyne, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Charlotte

· Hampton Inn & Suites Charlotte/SouthPark at Phillips Place

· Hampton Inn Charlotte/Matthews

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Featured Speakers

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