2024 Akron Canton Builds Skilled Trade Expo

We cordially invite your organization to consider sponsoring this year’s Akron Canton Builds Skilled Trades Expo. This event serves as a premier platform to showcase diverse career opportunities within the Union Trades to high school students and our communities.

By becoming a sponsor, your organization will not only align itself with a significant initiative, but also gain invaluable exposure throughout the event. Your sponsorship will play a pivotal role in fostering awareness of career paths within the skilled trades sector among our youth.

Should you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@akroncantonbuilds.com.

Thank you for considering this opportunity to support our endeavor.

When: Wednesday, October 16, 2024 thru Thursday, October 17, 2024 

Hours will be from 8:30am-2:30pm both days.

Thursday will be open to the general public from 4:00-7:00pm.

*Set up for the Expo will be Tuesday October 15th, 2024 7:00am-3:00pm

*Break down will be Friday October 18, 2024 7:00am-11:00am

Who: Students in grades 9-12 will be invited.  

Last year we had 30 schools and just over 1,000 students.

We will also be promoting the public session on Thursday to adults seeking career opportunities.

Where: Summit County Fairgrounds 229 E Howe Rd, Tallmadge, Ohio 44278

What: Last year this expo brought together 15 Union Apprenticeship centers and 17 contractors & suppliers.

Exhibiting Sponsors operated 35 booths, offering students the chance to observe demonstrations, engage in hands-on activities, converse with industry professionals, and gain valuable insights into careers within the construction industry.

Here is our video from the 2023 Expo.

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