Transportation Solution Symposium Drives Washington County Workforce in the Right Direction

Germantown, WI: A Transportation Solutions Symposium was held at the American Legion Post 1 on May 13, 2025. The event was hosted by the Waukesha Ozaukee Washington Workforce Development as well as the Germantown Chamber of Commerce to help companies recognize and create potential transportation-centered solutions for their workforce.
 
Professionals from a plethora of transportation companies and initiatives gave spirited addresses regarding efficient and sustainable commuting practices. Topics included rideshare services, transportation hubs, and discussions regarding local transportation needs and barriers.

“Recognizing the transportation barriers that employees and employers can face is the first step in figuring out solutions and we are happy to bring these topics to the table for conversation and growth.  At the Chamber, we are committed to helping our businesses find and support their workforce utilizing connectivity and collaboration among our members and the community” said Joletta Kerpan, the Executive Director at the Germantown Area Chamber of Commerce.

The following professionals spoke at the symposium:

• Charlie Cofta – Washington County – WashCoWisco.gov
• Michele Carter – State of Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development – dwd.wisconsin.gov/det/
• Dave Steele – FlexRide Milwaukee, A Service of Mobilise – MobiliSEWI.org
• Orlando Owens – The Joseph Project Milwaukee – JosephProjectWI.org
• Valerie Hoff – Commute with Enterprise – CommuteWithEnterprise.com
• Valerie Lefler – Feonix – Feonix.org

More information about the symposium as well as the slides presented can be found at https://www.waukeshacounty.gov/parks-and-land-use/workforce-development/waukesha-county-wowwdbinfo/.

This event, like other informational gatherings, aligns with the Germantown Area Chamber of Commerce’s values of community, education and connection to resources. To find more resources and seminars provided by the chamber visit https://www.germantownchamber.org/education-seminars.

Questions can be directed to the Chamber at executivedirector@germantownchamber.org or events@germantownchamber.org.  
To learn more about the Germantown Area Chamber of Commerce and all their offerings, please visit their website at germantownchamber.org.