Name: What is SkillsUSA?
Start: 2025-06-17T10:20:00-0500
End: 2025-06-17T11:10:00-0500

Tuesday June 17, 2025 10:20am - 11:10am CDT

SkillsUSA empowers its members to become world-class workers, leaders, and responsible American citizens. During this time, we will deliver an overview of SkillsUSA’s history, program elements, and membership benefits to get to the root of how we achieve that mission. Founded as Vocational Industrial Clubs of America, SkillsUSA has come a long way since its founding with the support of engaged chapters and advisors; we will find out how.

Speakers

Christopher Anderson

Chief Operating Officer, SkillsUSA Illinois and the Youth Workforce Development Foundation

Christopher Anderson serves as the Chief Operating Officer for both SkillsUSA Illinois, Inc. and the Youth Workforce Development Foundation. In this role, Chris leads efforts to scale organizational impact, drive strategic growth, and foster a performance-driven culture across a dynamic... Read More →

Katie Bye

Director of Member Engagement, SkillsUSA Illinois

Katie Bye serves as the Director of Member Engagement at SkillsUSA Illinois, where she leads efforts to inspire and support over 15,000 members in career and technical education (CTE) across the state. With a strong focus on member engagement, she oversees the development and implementation... Read More →

Tuesday June 17, 2025 10:20am - 11:10am CDT
Bremen

Breakout Sessions, Career Exploration and Development

Audience Administrators/Curriculum Directors, EFE Directors, Teachers/Faculty, Work-Based Learning Professionals
Strand Vendor Presentation
Education Level of Focus Secondary and Postsecondary CTE

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