2027 Oakland Career Readiness + STEM Conference: Creating Relevance with Stuff That Excites Me
Business & Educational Leadership Connections: Day 1 brings industry leaders and educators together to shape tomorrow’s talent pipeline, featuring collaborative roundtables on workforce needs and a Leadership Panel Q&A.
For more information contact Paul Galbenski
Conference Day 1: March 3, 2027
Free Admission Registration for industry partners is complimentary.
USE CODE: INDUSTRY27 for Registration
This strategic gathering, hosted in partnership with Automation Alley, will feature roundtable discussions and a panel of education and industry leaders. The event brings together employers and educational leaders at every level to strengthen connections between education and workforce development. Participants will engage in meaningful conversations focused on aligning instruction with current and future workforce needs.
Keynote Speaker:
Jennifer Llewellyn is Oakland County’s Manager of Workforce Development and Director of the Oakland County Michigan Works! Agency. With over 25 years of experience, she oversees more than 50 workforce programs totaling over $30 million annually, serving thousands of residents and businesses. Known for her innovative approach and regional collaboration, Jennifer connects people with career opportunities, helps businesses build strong talent pipelines, and holds leadership roles with the Michigan Works! Association.
8:00 a.m. – Check-in, networking, light breakfast, and coffee.
8:30 a.m. – Welcome & Keynote
9:00 a.m. – Roundtable Discussions
10:15 a.m. – Leadership Panel Q&A
11:15 a.m. – Networking & Closing

