Name: Building Future-Ready Skills: The Impact of the Nebraska Manufacturing Credential
Start: 2026-06-09T15:00:00-0500
End: 2026-06-09T15:45:00-0500

Building Future-Ready Skills: The Impact of the Nebraska Manufacturing Credential

Tuesday June 9, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT

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iscover how the Nebraska Manufacturing Credential, developed through the leadership of the Nebraska Manufacturing Alliance Council (NeMAC), equips students with the essential technical and employability skills needed for today’s manufacturing workforce. This session highlights how the credential aligns with Nebraska industry expectations, enhances Skilled & Technical Sciences instruction, and strengthens student pathways into high-demand careers. Educators will walk away with a clear understanding of the credential impact and practical steps for integrating it into their programs.

Speakers

Jim Townsend

Jim Townsend is honored to be part of the corporate management team at Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp., USA (KMM). His responsibilities at KMM include corporate management of occupational health and safety, employee training and development, and employee wellness. Jim has been... Read More →

Doug Rood

Doug Rood is Senior Operations Manager at Collins Aerospace in York, Nebraska. Originally from Allentown, Pennsylvania, he earned a degree in Aerospace Engineering from Penn State and began his career in Rockford, Illinois, with UTC Aerospace Systems (now Collins Aerospace). With... Read More →

Tuesday June 9, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
Ruby 4

Skilled & Technical Sciences

Nebraska Career and Technical Education Conference 2026

Jim Townsend

Doug Rood

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Nebraska Career and Technical Education Conference 2026

Jim Townsend

Doug Rood

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