ASHWAUBENON — On Wednesday, the Resch Expo buzzed with the energy of thousands of young learners as the Greater Green Bay Chamber held its 10th annual Find Your Inspiration career‑exploration day. More than 3,600 eighth‑grade students from schools throughout Northeast Wisconsin gathered to meet representatives from 33 local businesses, gaining a hands‑on look at the occupations that shape the Greater Green Bay economy.
Connecting Youth with the Regional Workforce
The event, organized by the Greater Green Bay Chamber of Commerce, is designed to help students discover pathways that may guide their decisions about high school electives, college majors, and future employment. Participants rotated through booths staffed by companies ranging from manufacturing and healthcare to media and technology. Each booth offered interactive demonstrations, informational handouts, and personal stories from professionals who shared how they entered their fields.
Local Media Partners Inspire Future Broadcasters
Among the participating organizations was WLUK‑Fox 11, the local television station that provided a dedicated meteorology booth. FOX 11 meteorologists explained the science behind weather forecasting and gave students a glimpse of what a career in broadcast news entails. The station’s involvement underscored the event’s commitment to showcasing a broad spectrum of career options, from the sciences to the creative arts.
Family and Faith Foundations
Parents and community volunteers played a vital role in the day’s success, reinforcing the traditional family values that underpin strong neighborhoods. Many families traveled together, turning the career fair into a shared learning experience that highlighted the importance of parental guidance in shaping a child’s future.
Building a Stronger Community Through Education
Chamber President John Miller praised the turnout, noting that the event reflects the region’s commitment to preparing the next generation for meaningful work. “When our young people see the real‑world opportunities right here at home, they develop a sense of purpose and pride in our community,” Miller said.
Educators from participating school districts reported that the event aligns with curriculum goals in career‑technical education, providing a practical complement to classroom instruction. Several teachers highlighted how the exposure to local employers can inspire students to pursue apprenticeships, internships, and eventually, long‑term careers in the area.
Looking Ahead
The Greater Green Bay Chamber plans to expand the program next year, adding more business partners and incorporating new interactive elements such as virtual‑reality job simulations. Organizers hope that continued community support will keep the event a cornerstone of youth development in Northeast Wisconsin.
For families interested in future career‑exploration opportunities, the Chamber encourages registration through its website and invites local businesses to become exhibitors in upcoming editions of Find Your Inspiration.
Original reporting: FOX 11 WLUK Green Bay (local) — read the source article.
