CareerSource Tampa Bay Hosts “Unlocking Apprenticeships” Event on February 18

CareerSource Tampa Bay Hosts “Unlocking Apprenticeships” Event

~  Businesses are invited to learn directly from experts and see how 

apprenticeships can work for them ~ 

TAMPA, Fla. – CareerSource Tampa Bay (CSTB) is pleased to announce its next in-person employer information session, “Unlocking Apprenticeships with Supply Chain Automation & FloridaMakes,” on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. The event will be held at CSTB’s Tampa Center, located at 9215 N. Florida Avenue, Suite 101, Tampa, FL 33612.

The event aims to increase awareness among local employers about the benefits and versatility of apprenticeships. Employers interested in learning more about apprenticeship programs are encouraged to attend.

The session will feature two distinguished guest speakers: Leisa Rasmussen from the Manhattan Strategy Group/Supply Chain Automation Institute and Marcelo Dossantos from FloridaMakes. Both speakers will provide valuable insights into how apprenticeships can be a strategic solution for businesses, offering pathways for talent development and growth.

“Apprenticeships are a powerful tool for building a skilled workforce,” said Karoline Guerrero, CSTB Business Development Manager. “We want to help employers understand how to leverage these programs to meet their specific needs, whether in supply chain, manufacturing, or other key industries.”

This event is free and open to all employers.

For more information or to register, please visit the CareerSource Tampa Bay website.

Download the flyer here.

About CareerSource Tampa Bay

Effective July 1, 2024, CareerSource Tampa Bay is the designated local workforce development board serving Hillsborough County and Pinellas County. CareerSource Tampa Bay is governed by a board of directors whose members are appointed by a consortium of Chief Local Elected Officials (CLEOs) from each county commission.

CareerSource Tampa Bay is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. All voice telephone numbers listed may be reached by persons using TTY/TDD equipment via the Florida Relay Service at 711.

CareerSource Tampa Bay is the direct service provider for various workforce programs which are supported by the U.S. Department of Labor, Health and Human Services, Agriculture, and other agencies as part of awards totaling $38,665,000 with 93% federally funded (Updated annually, as of September 2025).

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