Business Forum: Connecting Employers to Talent, Education, and Workforce Resources

Description

Business Forum: Connecting Employers to Talent, Education, and Workforce Resources

May 18, 2026 | 12:00 – 3:00 PM
Piedmont Virginia Community College – Bolick Center 501 College Drive, Charlottesville 

Lunch is included, courtesy of PVCC.

Join regional business leaders for a focused, collaborative forum designed to strengthen connections between employers, education, and workforce resources.

Hosted by the Louisa County Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Louisa Forward Foundation and regional partners, this event brings together 150–200 employers from across Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Buckingham, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, and Nelson.

This forum is designed for businesses that are actively building their teams and looking to better connect with the programs, partners, and pathways that support workforce success.

What You’ll Gain

• Direct connections to education and workforce partners
• Clear pathways to internships, apprenticeships, and training programs
• Insight into tools and programs that support hiring and workforce development
• Practical next steps you can put into action

What to Expect

Education Panel

Hear from education leaders on how current programs—from CTE to community college credentials—are preparing talent and how businesses can engage to build strong talent pipelines.

Panelists:

• Louisa County Public Schools: Bo Bundrick, Director of CTE & Workforce Development

Workforce Resource Panel

Learn about available programs and resources that support recruitment, training, and workforce development, along with clear ways to access and utilize them.

Panelists:

• Internships Virginia: Amanda Panarese, Regional Internship Manager

Networking & Resource Expo*   Email memberservices@louisachamber.org if you'd like to host a table.

Engage directly with workforce partners, education providers, and program representatives. Build relationships, ask questions, and identify opportunities for collaboration.

Who Should Attend

• Business owners
• HR professionals
• Operations leaders
• Hiring managers
• Anyone responsible for building and supporting a workforce