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WCMA Workforce & Education Committee Meeting (Virtual)

WCMA Workforce & Education Committee Meeting (Virtual)

Thursday, November 16, 2023
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM (CST)

Event Details

Make plans to join WCMA's engaging Workforce and Education Committee on Thursday, November 16 from 1:00-2:30 p.m. (CT). This free meeting, open to all WCMA members - both dairy processors and their supplier partners - will be held virtually.

WCMA is pleased to bring members a special presentation – a “how to” on writing effective job advertisements – from Anne Troka, Senior Manager of Community and Workforce Development at Sargento Foods Inc.  This meeting will also feature an open working discussion of two key tools offered by WCMA: our Job Fair at CheeseExpo and our annual Wage & Workforce Survey.  We welcome your thoughts!  

Here's a look at the complete meeting agenda.

  • 1:00-1:15 p.m.: Networking/Introductions/Agenda Overview
  • 1:15-1:45 p.m.: Strategies for Effective Career Advertisement
    • Presenter: Anne Troka, Sargento Foods
  • 1:45-2:15 p.m.: Reviewing and Revising WCMA Workforce Tools
    • Annual Wage & Workforce Survey
    • Job Fair at CheeseExpo
    • Training Needs
  • 2:15-2:25 p.m.: Upcoming Opportunities to Learn and Connect
    • WCMA Webinars
    • WCMA Health & Safety Group Meetings
    • WCMA Young Professionals Events
    • WCMA Trainings
  • 2:25-2:30 p.m.: Open Forum & Adjournment

Please contact WCMA Senior Director of Programs & Policy Rebekah Sweeney with your suggestions or questions.  Thank you!

For More Information:

Rebekah Sweeney
Rebekah Sweeney
Senior Director, Programs & Policy Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association