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IPC COMMUNITY 71 SUMMER 2024 • Provide mini-credentialing training to instructors at Stephen F. Austin University • Secure up to $1,500 per graduating senior pursuing a degree and/or employment in our industry in Colorado to assist with tuition and/or registered apprenticeship costs • Have an additional $25,000 to offset costs for employers seeking to upskill their work- force through our registered apprenticeship program My goal is to identify and pursue funding opportunities that enable employers to effec- tively upskill their employees, thereby off- setting the costs associated with both for- mal training programs and on-the-job train- ing initiatives. This involves leveraging various grants, tax incentives, and public-private part- nerships designed to support workforce devel- opment. By securing these funds, employers can invest in comprehensive training programs that enhance the skills of their current workforce and build a robust pipeline of talent tailored to meet the evolving needs of their industry. Fur- thermore, these efforts can lead to increased employee retention and productivity, fostering a more adaptable and competitive business envi- ronment. Through strategic engagement with governmental and non-governmental funding sources, my aim is to create sustainable path- ways for continuous employee development and organizational growth. Nationwide, numerous funding opportunities are available to bolster workforce development, and I specialize in helping employers identify and access these resources. Our apprenticeship programs hold approval in multiple states (Fig- ure 1), enabling companies to benefit from var- ious funding streams tailored to their specific Figure 1: This map highlights the U.S. states (in yellow) where IPC is approved on their ETPL, allowing companies in those states to access Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act funds, with few exceptions. States in blue are in the process of adding IPC-registered apprenticeships to their ETPL.