Join new and old colleagues in rousing discussions AFTER the April 17 reception at some of Bellingham's finest restaurants!
Networking Dinners are post-event meals for conference goers to share ideas, resources and opinions on hot topics. Each dinner can accommodate up to 12 - 15 attendees and is facilitated by an industry, workforce or apprenticeship leader. Come meet new people, further your learning, and build your connections!
Networking Dinners are not hosted meals and each person is responsible for her or his bill. Please take time to check out the restaurant's menu by clicking on the name of the restaurant! Space is limited for each dinner -
Sustainability and the Future: A Green Economy Conversation – facilitated by Yancy Wright, Sellen Sustainability at Le Chat Noir, Old Fairhaven District- 1200 Harris Avenue, Bellingham
Expanding Apprenticeship, Expanding Partnership: Best Practices in Utilization and Project Labor Agreements – facilitated by Lee Newgent, Seattle-King County Building Construction Trades Council, AFL-CIO and Washington State Apprenticeship Training Council Chair at Mambo Italiano, Old Fairhaven District- 1303 12th Street, Bellingham
Reciprocity & Working Beyond Borders - facilitated by Doug MacLaren, Resource Training Organization of British Columbia at Dos Padres , Old Fairhaven District- 1111 Harris Avenue, Bellingham
Diversity and Employer Buy-in - facilitated by Connie Ashbrook, Executive Director of Oregon Tradeswomen, Inc. at Skylark's Hidden Cafe, Old Fairhaven District- 1308 11th Street, Bellingham
What Else is Out There - Exploring Apprenticeships in New Industries - facilitated by Ann Avary, Executive Director of the Marine Manufacturing & Technology Center of Excellence at Oboe Cafe at the Lakeway Inn, 714 Lakeway Drive, Bellingham
The Business Connection between WIA and Registered Apprenticeship - facilitated by Sue Ambler, Workforce Development Council of Snohomish County CEO at the Giuseppes Al Porto, 21 Bellwether Way, Suite 112, Bellingham
Kids Today...Making a Social Media Explosion is 18 Not So Easy Steps - facilitated by Kairie Pierce, Washington State Labor Council K-12 Liaison at Dirty Dan Harris Steakhouse, Old Fairhaven District- 1211 11th Street, Bellingham
Apprenticeship Directors/Coordinators – Engaging Employers in an Open System of Apprenticeship - facilitated by Jody Robbins, Washington State Labor & Industries Apprenticeship Coordinator at Big Fat Fish Company, Old Fairhaven District- 1304 12th Street, Bellingham
Once you register for a Networking Dinner, you will receive a confirmation via email. When you check-in at PNWAEC on April 17, you will receive your Networking Dinner ticket and directions to the restaurant. It's that easy!
Special Notes:
Restaurants have assured us that they will be able to accommodate separate bills. With that said, please be aware that separate bills can take some time to process. As a courtesy to the local restaurants, please be sure to attend your confirmed Networking Dinner as you will be counted in the reservation. We appreciate your supporting local businesses!