Touchdown Onboarding
2026-01-20 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | OH
Leadership Training Game for Managers & HR Teams
Touchdown Onboarding is a fast-paced, competitive training game that transforms the way managers and HR professionals coach new hires. Instead of passive slides or policy overload, participants play through four high-energy “quarters,” each one tackling a real-world challenge from the first 30 days of onboarding.
Through gameplay, teams learn to:

Spot rookie warning signs early
Use coaching strategies that build trust and accountability
Engage (or redirect) legacy employees
Design a real-life onboarding playbook that boosts retention

Perfect for:
✔️ Frontline leaders
✔️ New or seasoned supervisors
✔️ HR teams responsible for onboarding, training, or culture-building
Skills Players Build:

Coaching for retention
Communication & feedback delivery
Culture shaping through leadership habits
Real-time decision-making under pressure
Collaboration between HR and operations

Whether you’re struggling with high turnover, uneven onboarding, or just need to energize your leadership team, Touchdown Onboarding brings the structure, strategy, and spark your people need — all while having fun.
Participants can earn 2 SHRM Credits

Purpose of the partnership
2026-01-21 08:30 - 10:00 | Wright State University-Lake Campus, Ag Building, 7600 Lake Campus Drive, Celina, OH, 45822, United States
Agenda:

Industry Sector Partners & the Ohio Manufacturers Association
What has been accomplished
What can be accomplished

Breakfast provided

Spring 2026 Career & Internship Fair
2026-02-09 09:00 - 11:30 | OH
Join us for the Spring 2026 Career & Internship Fair in Dicke Hall on Monday, February 9th from 9 to 11:30 am. Confirmation email will be sent once registered. An email reminder with parking directions will be sent a week before the event.

The Evolving Leader Series
2026-02-11 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-11 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-08 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-13 13:00 - 16:00 | OH
The Evolving Leader Series is 4 sessions. 3 new sessions and one that was brought back due to popular demand.
Communicating Across Generations- NEW
February 11th, 2026, 1 pm – 4 pm
With five generations in today’s workplace, it has never been more important to understand key generational differences and how they shape work expectations and communication styles. Attendees will gain real-world insight on each generation and how to lead a diverse, multi-generational workforce.
Beyond Being Just Another Boss-NEW
March 11th, 2026, 1 pm – 4 pm
Go from being a manager to a true leader. This course differentiates day-to-day personnel management from what it takes to be a leader, the various approaches to leadership and what works (as well as what doesn’t), and will give insight to attendees on their personal leadership styles.
Leading No Matter the Circumstance-NEW
April 8th, 2026, 1 pm – 4 pm
Sometimes the best lessons are learned the hard way. With a light-hearted approach to real-world examples, as well as leadership failures in movies and pop culture, this course takes attendees through a humorous journey of learning how to become a better leader, even in challenging work environments.
Accountability = Coaching + Expectations-POPULAR
May 13th, 2026, 1 pm – 4 pm
Discover the ACE Model of performance management, creating a culture of accountability through effective coaching and setting clear expectations.

Advanced Precision Machining
2026-03-02 17:30 - 20:30 | OH
Ready to take your machining skills to the next level? This course goes beyond the basics to give you an in-depth look at advanced precision machining.
You’ll get hands-on experience with:

CNC programming using G-code
Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing (CAD/CAM)
Tool selection, work holding, and material properties
Creating high-quality parts with tight tolerances directly from engineering drawings

This is more than just a class: it’s a chance to build the problem-solving and quality control skills you need for a professional career in machining.
Class Dates & Times
March 2nd, 4th, 11th, 16th, 18th, 23rd, and 25th
5:30pm – 8:30pm Trenary Hall 127

Excel Learning
2026-03-03 08:00 - 12:00 | OH
The Excel Basics course will cover designing your worksheet from scratch, worksheet basics, formatting, charts and much more! The course date for the basics class will run as followed:
Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026
8 am – 12 pm
The Excel Intermediate courses will cover formulas, functions, 3D references, pivottables, and much more! The course date for the intermediate class will run as follows:
Wednesday, March 4th, 2026
8 am – 12 pm
The Excel Advanced courses will cover pivotcharts, slicers, calculations, modifications, offset, xlookup function, and many more! The course date for the advanced class will run as follows:
Thursday, March 5th, 2026
8 am – 12 pm
All classes are scheduled to be held in Trenary Computer Lab 113. Subject to change.

Networking
2026-03-18 08:30 - 10:00 | OH
Agenda:

How to use your network to strengthen your business.
Supporting BAC & Education Community
Supporting each other

Breakfast provided

Problem Solving Series
2026-03-24 08:30 - 12:00, 2026-04-21 08:30 - 12:00 | OH
2-part series
Session 1: The Problem Solver’s Essentials
March 24th, 2026 8:30 am – 12 pm
Topics Include:

Problem Statements
Fast Baseline
5-Why
5W2H
Setting Action Criteria

Session 2: Structured Problem Solving: From PDCA to Control Plan
April 21st, 2026 8:30 am – 12 pm
Topics Include:

PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act)
RCCA (Root Cause Corrective Action)
8D Eight Disciplines
(P) FMEA (Process/Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis)
A3 Report
Control Plans & Preventive Action

$135 per session

Microsoft Power BI: Power BI Series
2026-04-07 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-21 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-05-05 16:00 - 18:00 | OH
Power BI Series: Basic and Intermediate
4 days per level, 2 hours per day.
Basic Class: April 7th, 9th, 14th, 16th
4 pm – 6 pm
Covering the following topics:
Introduction to Power BI & Business Intelligence
Connecting to Data
Transforming Data in Power Query
Data Modeling Basics
Building Basic Visualizations
Publishing & Sharing Reports
Intermediate Class: April 21st, 23rd, 28th, 30th
4 pm- 6 pm
Covering the following topics:
Introduction to Business-Focused Analytics
Modeling for Business Isights
DAX Fundamentals
Time Intelligence in Business
Advanced Visual Design
Power BI Service Features
Advanced Class: May 5th, 7th, 12th, 13th
4 pm – 6 pm
Covering the following topics:
Introduction to Enterprise BI & Governance
Advanced Data Modeling
Advanced DAX Patterns
Row-Level Security & Governance
Performance Optimization
Deployment Pipelines & Version Control
Custom Visuals & Ecosystem Integration
Eligible for TechCred Reimbursement. Must apply to TechCred.

Aquaculture in the Classroom Ohio Teacher Symposium
2026-04-11 08:30 - 13:00 | OSU’s Controlled Environment Agriculture Research Complex (CEARC), 2515 Carmack Rd, Columbus, OH, United States
Join us in this FREE event on using aquaculture and aquaponics for teaching and learning in middle and high school classrooms. Open to all educators and pre-service teachers interested in aquaculture/aquaponics or already working with it in the classroom. Come to learn about educator experiences, challenges and opportunities, and workforce development pathways from Ohio teachers and industry experts. Contribute to the establishment of a peer network, discuss future professional development needs, and walk away with tools and resources to implement in your classroom.
Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion for (4) contact hours of professional development.
REGISTER HERE
Event Details
Saturday, April 11, 2026 from 8:30am-1pm at OSU’s Controlled Environment Agriculture Research Complex (CEARC) 2515 Carmack Rd, Columbus, OH 43210
Registration, refreshments, and networking begin at 8:30am. Light morning refreshments will be provided.
Program begins at 9am, ending at 1pm after a tour of OSU’s Controlled Environment Agriculture Research Complex (CEARC).
Free parking. Details sent to registrants close to event.
This event is FREE, but registration is required: REGISTER HERE
Symposium Agenda

Registration, light refreshments, and networking at 8:30am with the program beginning at 9 a.m.
Welcome and Introductions
Aquaculture Industry Keynote Speaker
Teacher Presentations
Peer-to-Peer Roundtable Discussions
Wrap-up and Takeaways
Tour OSU’s Controlled Environment Agriculture Research Complex (CEARC)

Contact Herbert Quintero, quinterofonseca.1@osu.edu, 870-341-0471 or Nicole Wright, wright.1128@osu.edu, 330-202-3594 with any questions.
This symposium presented by OSU Extension, Ohio Sea Grant and OSU South Centers in collaboration with Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant and Lake Superior State University with support from the North Central Regional Aquaculture Center funded by USDA-NIFA.

WestCOMP Members Meeting
2026-05-27 12:00 - 13:30 | Wright State University -Lake Campus, 7600 Lake Campus Dr, Celina, OH, 45822, United States
Activity Update and Scholarship Presentations

K-12 Teacher Bootcamp
2026-06-15 - 2026-06-19, 2026-08-10 - 2026-08-14 | OH
5-day Manufacturing Awareness Bootcamp
$100 Enrollment Fee
WCOMP will cover the remainder of the tuition. Enrollment fee will be returned upon successful completion of the program.
Teachers will be required to prepare and submit a lesson plan incorporating learnings from the experience to be shared with their class.
Earn 3 non-degree graduate credit hours.

Retention
2026-07-15 08:30 - 10:00 | Wright State University-Lake Campus, Ag Building, 7600 Lake Campus Drive, Celina, OH, 45822, United States
Agenda:

Building a culture that recognizes and inspires your workforce

Breakfast provided

Charge Your Future: Manufacturing Bootcamp—Edison State
2026-07-20 08:00 - 2026-07-31 17:00 | Edis Edison State College, 1973 Edison Drive, Piqua, OH, 45356, United States
July 20–31, 2026
Orientation Day: July 13, 2016
Location: Piqua Campus
Student Eligibility: Ages 16+
Participants Served: 15 students
Requirements: $25.00 Retainer Fee, Essay and Resume
Lead Instructor: Mr. Daryl Curnutte

The Manufacturing Pathways Bootcamp is a two-week, flexible hybrid training program designed to equip participants with the foundational skills needed for success in today’s manufacturing industry. The program includes approximately 28 online courses, combined with hands-on labs, a company tour of the Honda-Anna Engine Plant, and industry in-person sessions.
Participants will complete the nationally recognized Certified Manufacturing Associate (CMfgA) credential developed by Tooling U–SME. Throughout the bootcamp, students will gain hands-on exposure to critical manufacturing areas, including:

CNC Machining
Robotics
Quality Control
Safety
Lean Manufacturing Principles

Additional Benefits:

An industry classroom guest speaker from Honda
A plant tour of the Honda-Anna Engine Plant
Potential collaboration during program/skills checkoffs
$250.00 student completion stipend
Take home tool(s) for students

To learn more and to register: edisonohio.edu/charge
Get the brochure

Building a succession plan in turbulent times
2026-09-16 08:30 - 10:00 | OH
Agenda:

Developing employees
Strengthening relationships with schools

Breakfast provided

Training for success
2026-11-18 08:30 - 10:00 | Edis Edison State College, 1973 Edison Drive, Piqua, OH, 45356, United States
Agenda:

Training for changing needs
Training for culture building

Breakfast provided
