Those attending received first hand information on policies and plans for supporting apprentice and skills training from speakers representing the National Apprenticeship Service, manufacturing skills council SEMTA, and Aston University, sponsor of the new Engineering Academy.
Ken Stepney, HR Manager for People Development at JCB, outlined why his company invests in skills and the challenges it faces.
Members were able to provide feedback on their skills requirements to MPs and policymakers through a series of workshops during the event.