Our time in Milwaukee was unforgettable. Over three days, we blended bold conversations with local flavor, big ideas with even bigger laughs, and a whole lot of workforce wisdom with just the right dose of fun!
We kicked off with reflections on The Wellbeing Framework, grounding the event in self-awareness, connection, and emotional intelligence as tools for navigating today’s workforce challenges. We heard from local leaders shaping workforce policy, explored childcare apprenticeships and AI’s role in innovation.
We toured the Menomonee Valley to witness place-based revitalization in motion, learned about reimagining career pathways in the water sector. Spent an afternoon with JobsWork MKE at ThriveOn King, where we took in the power of neighborhood-rooted innovation community enrichments. And we got our hands on real-world lessons from navigating reentry barriers in a powerful reentry simulation
We shared meals, swapped ideas, celebrated each other, and shared pictures Flat MUS.
Whether you joined us on site or are catching the highlights here, these snapshots capture the spirit of Milwaukee Forward – Cream City Rising—a convening built on connection, community, and a little Cream City magic.
