{"id":31476,"date":"2023-02-13T21:53:32","date_gmt":"2023-02-13T21:53:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dvirc.org\/insights\/announcing-the-dvirc-dream-team-inspiring-the-next-generation-of-manufacturing-professionals\/"},"modified":"2023-03-08T14:03:40","modified_gmt":"2023-03-08T14:03:40","slug":"announcing-the-dvirc-dream-team-inspiring-the-next-generation-of-manufacturing-professionals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dvirc.org\/insights\/announcing-the-dvirc-dream-team-inspiring-the-next-generation-of-manufacturing-professionals\/","title":{"rendered":"Announcing The DVIRC Dream Team: Inspiring the Next Generation of Manufacturing Professionals"},"content":{"rendered":"
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Manufacturing is the backbone of the American economy, providing high-paying jobs and driving innovation. Yet, despite its importance, the industry faces a significant challenge: a shortage of skilled workers. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce the creation of the DVIRC Dream Team![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]The DVIRC Dream Team is the newest addition to the PA Dream Teams<\/a>, presented and managed by the Manufacturers Resource Center (MRC) in Allentown, PA.<\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_video link=”https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ON9SR3tocQs&embeds_euri=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.whatssocool.org%2F&source_ve_path=MjM4NTE&feature=emb_title&ab_channel=What%27sSoCoolAboutManufacturing%3F”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]DVIRC is bringing this career awareness program right here to Southeastern Pennsylvania, convening young manufacturing professionals from area companies to share their passion for the industry with the next generation of workers. By visiting targeted high schools, these ambassadors provide students, teachers, and administrators with an inside look at the requirements and rewards of a career in manufacturing.<\/p>\n The goal of the program is to inspire the next generation of manufacturing professionals and address the skills gap in the industry. By showcasing the opportunities and benefits of a career in manufacturing, the DVIRC Dream Team helps to attract young people to the industry and ensure its long-term success.<\/p>\n Manufacturers can expect a number of benefits from the DVIRC Dream Team program.<\/p>\n We are currently at 15 ambassadors and counting! Here is a list of our ambassadors:<\/p>\n Special thanks to all of our amazing ambassadors as well as to the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) and our participating companies for helping us sponsor this program. Their support and dedication to the future of the manufacturing industry is truly appreciated.<\/p>\n The DVIRC Dream Team is a vital program for the future of manufacturing in the United States. By inspiring the next generation of workers, the program helps to ensure the industry’s long-term success and provides manufacturers with a platform to showcase their company and the opportunities available in their field.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re a manufacturer looking to support the future of your industry by engaging the talent of the future, consider participating in the DVIRC Dream Team program. Sign up for the next Dream Team program to ensure your participation. Contact Hannah McGarry, Director of Workforce Engagement.<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n\n
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