Routt County childcare and workforce summit set for Sept. 21
Courtesy photo/First Impressions of Routt County
Routt Thrive by 5, a branding and public education effort out of First Impressions of Routt County, is partnering with Move Colorado Forward to host “Powered by Care: The Routt County Child Care and Work Force Summit” on Monday, Sept. 21 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Colorado Mountain College in Steamboat Springs, according to an Aug. 28 community update.
The event brings together elected officials, entrepreneurs, community partners, parents and advocates for a conversation about the future of childcare in Routt County, exploring its significance to the local workforce and pathways toward lasting solutions.
The summit will feature a keynote presentation by nationally acclaimed author and early childhood thought leader Dan Wuori, followed by a panel discussion on local challenges, opportunities and policy solutions.
The panel, set to be facilitated by Jason Callegari, director of initiatives for the Buell Foundation, will include Routt County Commissioner Angelica Salinas, Routt County Economic Development Partnership Executive Director John Bristol, “Strong Start, Bright Future” Campaign Manager Jess Hedden, and parent and community member Greer Van Dyck.
RSVPs are required as space is limited. To register, visit TinyUrl.com/47stc4n4.
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