Skills to Start: Fort Wayne

​Join us at our upcoming Skills to Start Event on Thursday, November 19 at the Red Wing Shoe Store in Fort Wayne.

​This free, hands-on, community-driven event is designed to spark curiosity and confidence in the trades. Attendees will:

• ​Hear directly from local trades professionals about their career journeys

• ​Connect with training programs, trade schools, and community organizations

• ​Explore real opportunities in a supportive, welcoming environment

• ​Take home free gear and practical tips to help them take their next step

• ​Learn more about our RW Trades Scholarship

• ​Free food and beverages are provided

​Our goal is to inspire youth and parents to see the skilled trades as a proud, rewarding career path.

​This event if for students, ages 16-24, to explore the many opportunities available in the skilled trades. This is a panel event and begins at 6 pm.