Workforce Conference 2026
Missouri's eighth annual conference on workforce strategy for employers, educators, and organizations.
Saint Charles Convention Center, Missouri
- Dates
- October 7–8, 2026
- Venue
- Saint Charles Convention Center, Missouri
- Price
- $350–$450
TL;DR
- Workforce Conference 2026 runs October 7–8 at the Saint Charles Convention Center in Missouri.
- Registration costs $350 for members and $450 for non-members.
- The conference convenes employers, educators, and workforce organizations to explore strategies for workforce development toward 2030.
- This is the eighth annual edition, featuring speakers from government, nonprofit, and corporate sectors.
About
The Workforce Conference is organized by the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The eighth annual conference in 2026 brings together Missouri employers, educators, and workforce organizations to examine strategies and programs these sectors can implement toward workforce readiness in 2030.
Who you'll find in the room
Employers
Business leaders and HR executives seeking workforce development strategies.
Educators
Academic and training professionals engaged in talent development.
Workforce Organizations
Nonprofit and public sector organizations focused on workforce readiness and talent management.
Featured speakers
5 listedLiz Haberberger
Dale Carnegie Missouri
Dr. Christopher Laney
Lightcast
Bryan Herrick
ACT Work Ready Communities
Kari Hanks
rootEd Missouri
Khuram A. Paracha
JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Venue & travel
Venue
Saint Charles Convention Center, 1 Convention Center Blvd., St Charles, MO 63303Getting there
Embassy Suites is directly connected to the convention center and offers a discounted rate of $169 per night for conference attendees who book by September 6.
Questions people ask
6 answeredThe conference runs October 7–8, 2026.
The conference is held at the Saint Charles Convention Center in Saint Charles, Missouri.
Registration costs $350 for members and $450 for non-members.
Missouri employers, educators, and workforce organizations make up the attendee base.
Value depends on your role and goals. HR leaders assessing talent strategies, educators exploring employer partnerships, and workforce professionals building regional networks may find the program relevant. Review the speaker lineup and agenda on the official event site to assess alignment with your objectives.
Business professional or business casual attire is standard for regional chamber events. The organizer does not publish a specific dress code, so smart casual or professional business wear is appropriate.
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