2026 Alabama Summit on Talent Retention and Work-Based Learning

The Alabama Office of Apprenticeship, Alabama Community College System and FuelAL, a program of the Economic Development Partnership of Alabama (EDPA), are proud to announce partnership in hosting the 2026 Alabama Summit on Talent Retention and Work-Based Learning. The Summit will take place in Birmingham, Alabama, at the Sheraton Birmingham Hotel, April 14-16, 2026.

The Summit will bring together employers, educators, economic developers and workforce professionals from across Alabama to learn best practices in talent retention & workforce development. Keynote speakers and panelists representing each sector will share their unique perspectives on how talent retention and work-based learning can benefit each component of a successful economy.

The Summit will also offer various breakout and panel sessions focused on topics such as apprenticeship, FAME, career pathways, and other work-based learning resources. Attendees will gain valuable workforce development tools and resources to better equip them.