Aug. 26: Discover Free Career Training Opportunities at the Southwest Works Expo
August 18, 2025Are your family members or friends thinking about a new career path or looking to build new skills? The Southwest Works Career Training Expo is the perfect place to explore FREE training programs that can launch or elevate your career! The Expo is sponsored by UMB’s Office of Community and Civic Engagement’s UMB Workforce Initiatives program.
Date: Tuesday, Aug. 26
Time: 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Location: The Factory, 5 N. Calhoun St., Baltimore, MD 21223
This vibrant community event will feature over a dozen training providers offering no-cost programs in high-demand fields such as:
- Health Care
- Information Technology
- Culinary Arts
- Logistics and Transportation
- Automotive Repair
- Construction and Trades
- Property Management
- Administrative and Medical Office Support
Interactive Workshops Every 20 Minutes!
Led by experts including Lisa Rawlings from UMB Workforce Initiatives, these sessions will help attendees evaluate training options and plan their next steps.
Plus:
- Free cookout-style food
- Live DJ
- Easy access via public transit and street parking
Know someone who might benefit? Invite them to register here:
https://forms.office.com/r/Jgbg0P2Rf7
Let’s help our community connect with these opportunities. Share this event with your networks and join us for an afternoon of learning, fun, and empowerment!