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132 I-CONNECT007 I REAL TIME WITH... IPC APEX EXPO 2024 SHOW & TELL MAGAZINE A Workforce Development Roundtable by Cory Blaylock • IPC IPC APEX EXPO 2024 showcased the indus- try's pressing workforce needs through a roundtable panel diving into California and the broader U.S. domestic apprenticeship and workforce training landscape. Hosted by IPC's Cory Blaylock and Victoria Hawkins, this engaging discussion featured a diverse range of experts: • Andrea Harlin (California Department of Industrial Relations) provided invaluable insights into California's regulatory frame- work and compliance standards. • Jose Anaya (El Camino College) empha- sized the pivotal role of community colleges in delivering top-tier apprentice- ship training. • Rebecca Eusy and Elsa Wadzinski (Employment Training Panel) explored Cali- fornia's funding opportunities and strategies for bolstering apprenticeship and workforce training programs. • Brent Weil (Jobs for the Future) shared national best practices and innovative train- ing strategies, enriching the conversation with his expertise.