8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | April 9 - 10 Liberty University Indoor Track

We’re showcasing in-demand jobs in the following industries:

ZONE 1: Transportation, Energy/Utilities, Public Safety, Construction, Agriculture ZONE 2: Manufacturing, Automotive/Logistics, Engineering/Environment ZONE 3: Financial/ Financial Services, Retail/Customer Service, Hospitality/Tourism, Marketing/Communications ZONE 4: Healthcare/Medical, Technology

Limited number of booths per zone!

The Worlds of Opportunity Career Expo is a unique opportunity to shape perceptions of your company and industry among the region’s students. Strategic marketing with a companion publication and online platform will show these students the career pathway and income potential to get more young workers into your company! By exhibiting, you can make an impression to keep fresh talent in the regionand help your company thrive in the coming years.

Exhibit at Our 2019 Worlds of Opportunity Career Expoto Cultivate Your Future WorkforceThe Worlds of Opportunity Career Expo is your opportunity to meet the next generation of employees from the Lynchburg region. Showcase your organization with a hands-on exhibit to over 3,500 middle and high school students.

Complete registration form on the back. For more information, call Christine Kennedy at 434.845.5966

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Note: Exhibit hours are from 8 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. on April 9 and 10. Exhibitors must setup up between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. on April 8. Extension cords will not be provided so plan accordingly. You will be contacted after we receive your registration regarding your electrical and booth space needs. Booth choices will be honored on a first-come basis. We reserve the right to reassign booth choices based upon size, weight of exhibit, and the number of final exhibitors.

8 a.m. - 5 p.m. April 9 - 10

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What is the EXPO’s purpose?We heard you! You said you need a qualified workforce. The Worlds of Opportunity Career Expo is your opportunity to be a part of the pathway that will attract youth to your company’s in-demand careers. More than 3500 regional middle and high school students will be invited to attend and explore career opportunities for their future. The four zones, listed below, are identified as potential career pathways to jobs in our area. Each zone will provide hands-on demonstrations and interactive activities to create a relevant job awareness for students.

Who should exhibit at the EXPO? If you check any of the boxes below, you should exhibit.oYou need employees. o You need more young people obtaining a credential or certification in your industry. oYou know the industry demand for your occupation is only going to increase in future years.

What is the cost?There is NO cost to exhibit; however, advertisers in the companion Worlds of Opportunity Magazine have first choice on booth space.

What is the benefit?nDisplay all of the jobs and/or programs you have to offer to over 3500 students. nInteract with students to get them interested in your profession. n Showcase your industry so that students learn the potential of the field. The deadline to confirm your participation as an exhibitor is March 20, 2019. Your booth must be a hands-on exhibit for students. Booth space will be determined by the type of display you bring with an average size of 10’X10’ or 10’X20’

Are there premium visibility/exhibitor opportunities?Each Zone is available for sponsorship. Please contact Heath Barret at 434.845.5966 or hbarret@lynchburgregion.org for more information.

How do we sign up to exhibit?Simply fill in the information below and mail to the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance, or to reserve a booth now, fax your completed application to 434.522.9592, email ckennedy@lynchburgregion.org, or deliver to the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance, 300 Lucado Place, Lynchburg 24504. Questions, please call the Alliance at 434.845.5966.

Select Booth from the following ZONE Selection:oZONE 1: Transportation, Energy/Utilities, Public Safety, Construction, Agriculture oZONE 2: Manufacturing, Automotive/Logistics, Engineering/EnvironmentoZONE 3: Financial Services, Retail/Customer Service, Hospitality/Tourism, Marketing/Communications oZONE 4: Healthcare/Medical, Technology Company Name: ________________________________________________________________________________________Address: _______________________________________________________________________________________________City, State, Zip:__________________________________________________________________________________________Email: __________________________________Phone: _________________________Fax: ____________________________Contact Name and Title: ___________________________________________________Date:___________________________

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This career pathway resource is funded in part with funds the from U. S. Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) award (#: AA-32183-18-55-A-51) awarded to the City of Lynchburg on behalf of the Central Virginia Workforce Development Board. Additional matching funds of $23,000 comes from the Region 2 Go Virginia Talent Collaborative Grant.The Central Virginia Workforce Development Board and Virginia Career Works Lynchburg/Lynchburg Youth Center are equal opportunity employers/programs. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. The full Equal Opportunity Provisions policy can be found by following https://www.vcwcentralregion.com/wp-content/uploads/AP-201-EO-Equal-Opportunity-Provisions-12-17.docx