By Sarah Sewell, MPA, SHRM-CP, Director, Workforce Planning & Upskill/Reskill Programs The question I get asked most from employers is, "Where can I find talent?" The question seems valid when you take stock of the 14,500 open tech positions currently unfilled in...
Coalition News
FOR-M and its Welcoming Environment for Startup Enthusiasts
FOR-M attendees were met with a welcoming environment on Monday, Feb. 6 at the Global Water Center. The gathering was an open invite for people to learn about FOR-M and network ahead of the spring cohort. With a 200 plus alumni network, FOR-M is an initiative of the...
A Pathway into Technology through Mentorship
When students are allowed to explore, it can lead to endless possibilities. Hour of Tech emphasizes the “T” in STEM (science, technology, engineering and math). It provides an immersive experience for students to exercise their knowledge, learn, grow and be inspired....
MKE Selected for Expansion of National AI Education Leadership Network
Milwaukee, October 2022: The National AI Education Leadership Network, convened by The AI Education Project (dba aiEDU), has selected the Milwaukee region as a target for expansion. The Network aims to catalyze the democratization of AI Education by engaging students...
The Importance of Computer Science Education in M7 Region
The need to develop a strong tech talent pipeline to support the needs of both industry and society is not new and is not going away. Diversity drives innovation and contributes to both personal and regional economic prosperity. The region is not lacking organizations...
Regional STEM Education Initiative Returns for its Fourth Year During Computer Science Education Week December 6-12
‘MKE Hour of Tech’ Aims to Inspire Students with Hour of Tech Activities Milwaukee, Wisc. November 15, 2021 – For its fourth consecutive year, over 100 companies, nonprofit organizations and schools will participate in the Greater Milwaukee Hour of Tech initiative...
MKE Tech Week Wraps After 50+ Community-led Events
This year was the first MKE Tech Week, a weeklong celebration of tech, designed to connect, educate, and celebrate innovation in Southeast Wisconsin. Previously known as Startup Milwaukee Week, this year’s programming was presented by the MKE Tech Hub Coalition and...
Reverse Pitch MKE returns for its fourth year with four local companies bringing challenges to be solved.
September 20, 2021 - The MKE Tech Hub Coalition is hosting Reverse Pitch MKE, a unique pitching competition that connects corporations to entrepreneurs and startups who want the opportunity to help solve challenges and potentially launch a new product or business....
New Software Analyst/Developer Apprentice Openings in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE (August 6, 2021) – The shortfalls in available tech talent continue to increase across markets nationally. This provides the opportunity for those with an interest and aptitude for tech to consider whether this is the right time to make a change. The MKE...
Higher Education Partnership Formed with MKE Tech Coalition
by Laura Schmidt, chief talent development officer, MKE Tech Coalition The MKE Tech Coalition’s K-20 Committee is focused on STEM outreach and early talent strategies that will support the Coalition’s mission to inclusively double the tech talent in the greater...