NCWorks Training Center

09/02/2026

"Opportunity is Built Here" is the theme for the 2026 Partnership Conference. Register by Sept. 11 for the Early Bird price and $AVE at https://TRAIN.ncworks.gov

Have you booked your hotel accommodations? Get started at https://book.passkey.com/event/51262594/owner/2511/home

Read the conference overview athttps://public.ncworks.gov/TRAINResources//Prod/CONF26%20-%20Conference%20Overview.pdf

08/28/2026

"Opportunity is Built Here" is the theme for the 2026 Partnership Conference. Now is your time to seize this opportunity to learn at our state's premier workforce development conference:
Register by Sept. 11 for the Early Bird price at https://TRAIN.ncworks.gov
Read the conference overview at https://public.ncworks.gov/.../CONF26%20-%20Conference...
Build your personal Schedule at https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/7eFBaZmhyH

"Opportunity is Built Here" is the theme for the 2026 Partnership Conference, and our NCWorks Training Center team has been busy "building" a great experience for you! Now is your time to seize this opportunity to learn at our state's premier workforce development conference:

Register by Sept. 11 for the Early Bird price at https://TRAIN.ncworks.gov

Read the conference overview athttps://public.ncworks.gov/TRAINResources//Prod/CONF26%20-%20Conference%20Overview.pdf

Build your personal Schedule at https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/7eFBaZmhyH

North Carolina Association of Workforce Development Boards

08/28/2026

We’re excited to welcome Tom Krieglstein, CEO of Swift Kick Leadership, to the 2026 NCWorks Partnership Conference!

Meet Our Closing Session Speaker: Tom Krieglstein

We’re excited to welcome Tom Krieglstein, CEO of Swift Kick Leadership, to the 2026 NCWorks Partnership Conference!

Since founding Swift Kick in 2004, Tom has trained more than half a million leaders around the world on how to build a Culture of Connection™ within their organizations. He’s worked with leaders from organizations including Coca-Cola, Pfizer, Disney, the U.S. Navy and Nike, and has earned an unprecedented seven national speaking titles.

Tom is also a TEDx speaker, executive accountability coach and co-author of two Amazon bestselling books. His work has reached audiences around the world, including through one of his YouTube videos, which has more than 18 million views.

He’ll close out the conference on Friday, October 16, with "The Value of Being Human in a Technological World," exploring the importance of human connection in an increasingly technological world.

We’re looking forward to hearing Tom’s perspective on leadership, connection and the future of the workforce!

Register now: https://train.ncworks.gov/

NCWorks Training Center Swift Kick

08/26/2026

Don’t miss Phaedra Boindiris as she kicks things off with her keynote “Al for the Rest of Us: Turning Principle into Practice.” Read more about her here: https://phaedra.ai/

So join us this year as we bring big ideas to Greensboro! 🚀
Register today! Link in comments.👇

Meet Our Opening Keynote Speaker: Phaedra Boinodiris

We’re excited to welcome Phaedra Boinodiris of IBM Consulting to the 2026 NCWorks Partnership Conference!

A North Carolina native, Phaedra is a global leader in IBM Consulting’s Responsible AI Practice and a nationally recognized voice on the future of AI. She was appointed to the Governor of North Carolina’s AI Leadership Council in 2025 and has shared her expertise on AI governance with organizations including the United Nations and NATO.

Phaedra will kick off the conference on Wednesday, October 14, with her keynote, "AI for the Rest of Us: Turning Principle into Practice," followed by a special breakout session, "Opportunity Through AI: Building NC’s Future."

We’re looking forward to hearing Phaedra’s perspective on how AI can create new opportunities and help shape the future of North Carolina’s workforce. We hope you’ll join us for what’s sure to be a great conversation!

Register now: https://train.ncworks.gov/

NCWorks Training Center

08/21/2026

You asked, we listened! The new schedule builder is live for the 2026 NCWorks Partnership Conference. Already registered? Take the next step and build your schedule.

Follow the link in the comments to get started!

We are proud to introduce a new tool to help you plan your experience at the 2026 Partnership Conference (October 14-16) in Greensboro! Use the "My Conference Blueprint" Schedule Builder to generate your own personalized schedule. Upon submitting the form, you will receive an email with your customized conference schedule. Then, save it or print it out for your convenience. Click the link in the comments, and try it out for yourself! Get ready, because ! Reminder: Use of this tool does not guarantee or reserve a seat in the selected workshop.

NCWorks Training Center North Carolina Association of Workforce Development Boards North Carolina Department of Commerce

08/15/2026

🎉The 2026 NCWorks Partnership Conference will offer 49 breakout sessions over three days beginning October 14, 2026. 🎉

Today we want to wrap the week up by showcasing a few more of our featured workshop presenters you won’t want to miss. 👀

Not registered yet? Don’t wait – register today and secure your spot! Link to register in the comments.

08/13/2026

Get ready for an amazing learning experience!📖

Our conference is packed with sessions that will help you grow, build new skills, and make a real impact.

Register today and save your seat! https://tinyurl.com/4t2u9846

08/13/2026

🌟 Nonprofits & Workforce Partners — We Need YOU! 🌟
Join us at the 2026 NCWorks Partnership Conference and help build North Carolina’s workforce future! We're calling on nonprofits, community organizations, and mission‑driven partners who support jobseekers, families, and local workforce initiatives across our state.

🤝Connect directly with workforce professionals from across NC
🗣️Share your programs, services, and success stories
🛠️Build new partnerships that drive real impact
📈Expand your reach to hundreds of attendees committed to workforce excellence

Secure your exhibitor space today and help us build a stronger, more connected workforce system!
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08/12/2026

💼 Opportunity is built when people come together to learn, share, and grow.
Don't miss your chance to explore the skills and ideas that shape strong career services and successful communities.
🤝 Connect with colleagues across the state.
📚 Discover practical sessions that spark fresh thinking.
🧱 Build what’s next for North Carolina’s workforce.

REGISTER TODAY!
https://tinyurl.com/4t2u9846

08/10/2026

🚨 THE COUNTDOWN IS ON! 🚨

The 2026 NCWorks Partnership Conference is coming — and Opportunity Is Built Here! 🏗️ Skills - Careers - Success. 💥

We’ve SUPERCHARGED the experience with a brand-new Digital Agenda + Conference Website packed with everything you need to get ready for the biggest workforce event of 2026! https://tinyurl.com/3nny3vwn

🌟 BIG ideas.�
🤝 BIG connections.�
🚀 BIG opportunities.�
🎯 BIG impact.

And here’s the deal… Early Bird pricing ends Friday, September 11! ⏰

👉 Don’t wait. Don’t miss out. REGISTER TODAY!
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