Illinois Workforce Summit
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9:00 AM
5/8/20261:00 PM
America/Chicago
Illinois Workforce Summit
100 Conference Center Drive
East Peoria, IL 61611
The 2026 Illinois Workforce Summit is a gathering dedicated to strengthening Illinois’ workforce through collaboration, innovation, and shared purpose.
This year’s theme, Empower. Engage. Excel reflects our commitment to supporting workforce professionals and partners at every level. Through empowering individuals, engaging communities and employers, and striving for excellence in service delivery, we aim to create a stronger, more inclusive workforce system across Illinois.
The Illinois Workforce Summit brings together a diverse group of stakeholders—employers, workforce professionals, educators, and providers from key state programs. Together, we aim to build and strengthen partnerships that advance workforce development across the state.
This year’s Summit continues our commitment to creating a space where all voices are heard, diverse perspectives are valued, and actionable solutions are shared. By fostering meaningful connections and offering practical tools and insights, we hope to equip attendees to meet the evolving challenges of today’s workforce landscape.
The Illinois Workforce Summit is grounded in the collaborative spirit of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). It is intentionally designed to support local core partner staff and board members through practical guidance on service delivery and system integration.
The Summit is presented by the WIOA Professional Development Committee, representing the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, the Illinois Department of Employment Security, the Illinois Community College Board, and the Illinois Department of Human Services.
Conference Format: Hybrid
Dates: May 7th & 8th, 2026
Location: Embassy Suites Hotel & Conference Center | 100 Conference Center Drive, East Peoria, IL 61611
Essential Team Members:
- IWIB/LWIB Business Members
- Local Workforce Innovation Board Chairs and other LWIB Staff
- WIOA One-Stop Operator
- Workforce Development (Title 1) Program Administrators/other Department Designated Staff
- Illinois Community College Board Adult Education Administrators (Title II) and other Department Designated Staff
- Department of Employment Security Managers (Title III) Department Designated Staff
- Department of Human Services Vocational Rehabilitation Managers (Title IV) Designated Staff
- Department of Human Services TANF/SNAP E&T Managers Designated Staff
- Regional and/or local economic development organizations leaders, including Department of Commerce TeamRED members
- Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) Staff
Encouraged Attendees
- Business and Industry Professional Organizations, including local/regional Chambers of Commerce
- Middle School and High School Administrators/Instructors
- Community-based organizations
- Community action agencies
- Foundations and Other Interested Partners
- WIOA required One-Stop Partner Administrators
- Community College leadership, such as:
- Presidents, Trustees, Instructors, Corporate Training, and Continuing & Community Education Administrators
100 Conference Center Drive
East Peoria, IL 61611
Date and Time
Fri, May 8, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location Embassy Suites Hotel & Conference Center
100 Conference Center Drive
East Peoria, IL 61611
Website
Contact Info
Email: icsps@ilstu.edu
Fri, May 8, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location Embassy Suites Hotel & Conference Center
100 Conference Center Drive
East Peoria, IL 61611
Website
https://ilworkforceacademy.com/illinois-workforce-summit/...
DescriptionThe 2026 Illinois Workforce Summit is a gathering dedicated to strengthening Illinois’ workforce through collaboration, innovation, and shared purpose.
This year’s theme, Empower. Engage. Excel reflects our commitment to supporting workforce professionals and partners at every level. Through empowering individuals, engaging communities and employers, and striving for excellence in service delivery, we aim to create a stronger, more inclusive workforce system across Illinois.
The Illinois Workforce Summit brings together a diverse group of stakeholders—employers, workforce professionals, educators, and providers from key state programs. Together, we aim to build and strengthen partnerships that advance workforce development across the state.
This year’s Summit continues our commitment to creating a space where all voices are heard, diverse perspectives are valued, and actionable solutions are shared. By fostering meaningful connections and offering practical tools and insights, we hope to equip attendees to meet the evolving challenges of today’s workforce landscape.
The Illinois Workforce Summit is grounded in the collaborative spirit of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). It is intentionally designed to support local core partner staff and board members through practical guidance on service delivery and system integration.
The Summit is presented by the WIOA Professional Development Committee, representing the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, the Illinois Department of Employment Security, the Illinois Community College Board, and the Illinois Department of Human Services.
Conference Format: Hybrid
Dates: May 7th & 8th, 2026
Location: Embassy Suites Hotel & Conference Center | 100 Conference Center Drive, East Peoria, IL 61611
Essential Team Members:
- IWIB/LWIB Business Members
- Local Workforce Innovation Board Chairs and other LWIB Staff
- WIOA One-Stop Operator
- Workforce Development (Title 1) Program Administrators/other Department Designated Staff
- Illinois Community College Board Adult Education Administrators (Title II) and other Department Designated Staff
- Department of Employment Security Managers (Title III) Department Designated Staff
- Department of Human Services Vocational Rehabilitation Managers (Title IV) Designated Staff
- Department of Human Services TANF/SNAP E&T Managers Designated Staff
- Regional and/or local economic development organizations leaders, including Department of Commerce TeamRED members
- Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) Staff
Encouraged Attendees
- Business and Industry Professional Organizations, including local/regional Chambers of Commerce
- Middle School and High School Administrators/Instructors
- Community-based organizations
- Community action agencies
- Foundations and Other Interested Partners
- WIOA required One-Stop Partner Administrators
- Community College leadership, such as:
- Presidents, Trustees, Instructors, Corporate Training, and Continuing & Community Education Administrators
Contact Info
Email: icsps@ilstu.edu
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Event Type
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Intended Audiences
Administrator Community Organization Teacher/Education Specialist Employer Business Apprenticeship Workforce Partner -
Series
Apprenticeship Week WIOA Summit WIOA
Illinois Workforce Summit
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Embassy Suites Hotel & Conference Center
Fri, May 8, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
100 Conference Center Drive
East Peoria, IL 61611
Add to Calendar
9:00 AM
5/8/20261:00 PM
America/Chicago
Illinois Workforce Summit
100 Conference Center Drive
East Peoria, IL 61611
The 2026 Illinois Workforce Summit is a gathering dedicated to strengthening Illinois’ workforce through collaboration, innovation, and shared purpose.
This year’s theme, Empower. Engage. Excel reflects our commitment to supporting workforce professionals and partners at every level. Through empowering individuals, engaging communities and employers, and striving for excellence in service delivery, we aim to create a stronger, more inclusive workforce system across Illinois.
The Illinois Workforce Summit brings together a diverse group of stakeholders—employers, workforce professionals, educators, and providers from key state programs. Together, we aim to build and strengthen partnerships that advance workforce development across the state.
This year’s Summit continues our commitment to creating a space where all voices are heard, diverse perspectives are valued, and actionable solutions are shared. By fostering meaningful connections and offering practical tools and insights, we hope to equip attendees to meet the evolving challenges of today’s workforce landscape.
The Illinois Workforce Summit is grounded in the collaborative spirit of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). It is intentionally designed to support local core partner staff and board members through practical guidance on service delivery and system integration.
The Summit is presented by the WIOA Professional Development Committee, representing the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, the Illinois Department of Employment Security, the Illinois Community College Board, and the Illinois Department of Human Services.
Conference Format: Hybrid
Dates: May 7th & 8th, 2026
Location: Embassy Suites Hotel & Conference Center | 100 Conference Center Drive, East Peoria, IL 61611
Essential Team Members:
- IWIB/LWIB Business Members
- Local Workforce Innovation Board Chairs and other LWIB Staff
- WIOA One-Stop Operator
- Workforce Development (Title 1) Program Administrators/other Department Designated Staff
- Illinois Community College Board Adult Education Administrators (Title II) and other Department Designated Staff
- Department of Employment Security Managers (Title III) Department Designated Staff
- Department of Human Services Vocational Rehabilitation Managers (Title IV) Designated Staff
- Department of Human Services TANF/SNAP E&T Managers Designated Staff
- Regional and/or local economic development organizations leaders, including Department of Commerce TeamRED members
- Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) Staff
Encouraged Attendees
- Business and Industry Professional Organizations, including local/regional Chambers of Commerce
- Middle School and High School Administrators/Instructors
- Community-based organizations
- Community action agencies
- Foundations and Other Interested Partners
- WIOA required One-Stop Partner Administrators
- Community College leadership, such as:
- Presidents, Trustees, Instructors, Corporate Training, and Continuing & Community Education Administrators
100 Conference Center Drive
East Peoria, IL 61611