2025 Akron Canton Builds Skilled Trade Expo

We invite your organization to sponsor this year’s Akron Canton Builds Skilled Trades Expo. This event offers an outstanding opportunity to highlight the diverse career paths available in the Union Trades to high school students and the wider community.

Sponsorship demonstrates your organization’s commitment to a vital initiative and highlights the importance of collaboration between our educators, Apprenticeship training centers, and contractors/suppliers. The event provides significant visibility and opportunities for networking throughout the event.

If you have any questions or need additional information, please reach out to us at info@akroncantonbuilds.com.

Thank you for considering this chance to join us in advancing our mission.

When:
Tuesday, October 7, 2025, through Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Hours: 8:30 AM–2:30 PM both days, with a public session on Wednesday from 4:00–7:00 PM.

The public session on Wednesday evening will be extensively advertised—don’t miss this chance to connect with walk-ins seeking opportunities!

• Set-up: Monday, October 6, 2025, from 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
  • Breakdown: Thursday, October 9, 2025, from 7:00 AM–3:00 PM

Who:

High school students in grades 9–12 will attend the daytime tours.

• The public session is open to individuals exploring construction careers, returning students, and parents.

In 2024, the Expo welcomed 52 schools and over 2,000 students!

The public session is promoted through multiple media outlets, targeting adults seeking career opportunities. Last year, $25,000 was invested in advertising this portion of the event.

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

What:
Last year’s event featured 15 Union Apprenticeship centers and 30 contractors and suppliers.

The Expo gives students the chance to observe live demonstrations, participate in hands-on activities, interact with industry professionals, and explore construction careers in depth. It’s also an excellent opportunity to recruit new talent!

Here is a link to our 2024 video.

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