Midwest Urban Strategies

05/07/2025

Milwaukee. Momentum. Movement.

From immersive tours to transformative dialogue, the Cream City Rising experience is one you can't miss.

Join us June 3-5 for 3 days of purpose-driven connection and collaboration.

Deadline to register: May 15

Secure your place: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/hsvm4uw

05/05/2025

Time’s ticking!!

Registration for the MUS Summer Convening closes May 15.
Don’t miss your chance to join workforce leaders from across the nation in the heart of Milwaukee.

This isn’t just a convening—it’s a movement.

Lock in your seat today:
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/hsvm4uw

05/02/2025

Congressman Warren Davidson (OH-08) is advancing workforce innovation and economic opportunity across Ohio’s 8th District.
From supporting apprenticeships to championing skills-based education, he’s helping to align workforce policy with real community needs.
Read the full update from his office:

I recently visited with leaders from the Workforce Council of Southwest Ohio to discuss workforce development programming. The Council plays a pivotal role in delivering training to our fellow Ohioans and connecting businesses to prospective employees through networking and resource allocation.

05/02/2025

Registration is OPEN
Be part of something bold. Join us June 3-5 in Milwaukee for the MUS 2025 Summer Convening: Forward Milwaukee – Cream City Rising.
Curated conversations. Workforce innovation. Real connections.
Register by May 15 to reserve your spot.
Link: https://www.midwesturbanstrategies.com/mus-2025-summer-convening-flyer

04/30/2025

National Apprenticeship Day is a time to celebrate the power of pathways that change lives.

Today, we’re highlighting a real story of impact from one of our founding members, Employ Milwaukee — where hard work, hands-on learning, and opportunity came together to help one apprentice build a better career.

Read this inspiring journey:
https://conta.cc/3Ynks1M

At Midwest Urban Strategies, we know apprenticeships open doors, especially when strong partnerships are in place. Let’s keep growing futures—together.

04/29/2025

Member News:

Swope Health, Metropolitan Community College, Full Employment Council Align for Strategic Partnership in Healthcare Workforce

News Release: Swope Health, Metropolitan Community College, Full Employment Council align for strategic partnership in healthcare workforce

Link to Article:

Swope Health, Metropolitan Community College and the Full Employment Council have partnered to establish a high-quality, six-month program to train certified medical assistants at no cost for most participants.

04/25/2025

04/24/2025

We’re honored to recognize the incredible organizations powering the 2025 MUS Summer Convening:
Forward Milwaukee – Cream City Rising.

Special thanks to our 2025 Convening Sponsors—your support is shaping a one-of-a-kind gathering of workforce leaders, changemakers, and visionaries.

Because of you, we're building a space for bold ideas, real solutions, and purposeful partnerships.

Sponsorships are still available—join the movement and make your mark on this national stage. For details, please contact: [email protected]

Registration is open—secure your seat and be part of something bigger: https://conta.cc/3Xtt4Ue

04/16/2025

Early Bird Registration Special Available until May, 1, 2025!

MIdwest Urban Strategies 2025 Summer Convening!

Featuring sessions from the Milwaukee Reentry Network to Brighter Futures: Youth Programming in Action, these sessions unpack real strategies for building an accessible workforce systems from the ground up.

What does brighter workforce access look like? It looks like second chances. Like youth programming rooted in helping youth reclaim their future with courage and support.

Register Early to join us the conversations: https://conta.cc/3Xtt4Ue

04/15/2025

What does it take to guide job seekers toward lasting success? This article explores how clear, intentional career pathways can transform lives, boost local economies, and strengthen workforce systems across the country.

By Eric Shepherd, Executive Director, Foundation for Talent Transformation As a workforce development professional, you know that success in today’s job market isn’t just about finding jobs—it’s about finding good jobs. You see firsthand how access to meaningful, well-paying work transforms ...

04/14/2025

Career exploration is more than just a first step—it’s a crucial foundation for long-term success. In fields like healthcare, short-term virtual programs are helping individuals “test drive” careers like medical assisting before committing to certification.

These innovative, low-risk opportunities remove guesswork, build confidence, and help align personal interests with workforce needs—boosting retention, satisfaction, and economic mobility for all.

From Uncertainty to Opportunity: Why Career Exploration is the First Step to Economic MobilityAcross industries, workforce shortages continue to shape the job market, and healthcare is at the forefront of this challenge. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the demand for Medical Assist...