UTC is pleased to invite you to a special luncheon as we explore a new partnership opportunity with IACMI – The Composites Institute. This collaboration between IACMI, the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, the Chattanooga TCAT and other regional partners seek to deliver high-demand workforce training programs that support both individual career growth and employer needs in our evolving manufacturing ecosystem.

These no-cost training programs are designed to equip participants with valuable, industry-relevant skills in areas such as:
·       Machining
·       Casting and Forging
·       Composites
·       Metrology
·       Smart Manufacturing
·       Cybersecurity

To ensure these programs lead to meaningful employment pathways, strong engagement from our industry partners is essential. Your insight and participation will help shape a regional talent pipeline aligned with real workforce needs.

We hope you will join us for an informational luncheon on:

Wednesday, January 21, 2026
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
James R. Mapp Building, UTC Campus
311 East MLK Blvd
Chattanooga, TN 37403

Our featured speaker, Andrew Pokelwaldt, Education and Workforce Director at IACMI, will discuss available training programs and how they support in-demand skills for today’s advanced manufacturing workforce.

Lunch will be provided by the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga.
RSVP requested by January 16 using this link.