Millboard Honoured with Employer Recognition Award at Skills West Midlands & Warwickshire Anniversary Celebration Chamber Training launches Employer Ambassador Network

Millboard, a family-run business founded in 1976, has been recognised for its outstanding commitment to workforce development with the prestigious Employer Recognition Award.

The honour was presented as part of the Skills West Midlands & Warwickshire one-year anniversary event, which celebrated the achievements of employers and training providers across the region.

The company has continually demonstrated a strong dedication to the development of its staff, investing in ILM Accredited Leadership and Management training, as well as a comprehensive suite of Excel courses, all delivered by Coventry and Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce Training.

The award acknowledges Millboard’s proactive approach to skills development, employee progression, and contribution to a more resilient and skilled regional workforce.

The Skills West Midlands & Warwickshire anniversary event also marked a successful first year for the initiative, which was established by further education colleges and independent training providers to support businesses through a coordinated approach to skills and training. During the celebration, thirteen employers were recognised with Skills Partnership Awards for their continued investment in education and workforce development.

The event was attended by Skills Minister Jacqui Smith, West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker, and senior representatives from both the education and business sectors.

Chamber Training congratulates Millboard on this well-earned recognition and applauds its ongoing efforts to support the development of a skilled and future-ready workforce.

Coventry and Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce Training (CWCCT) is proud to launch its Employer Ambassador Network, an exciting new forum designed to bring together passionate employers who want to help shape the future of vocational training through real industry insights and stronger connections between education and employment.

This collaborative network creates opportunities for professionals and organisations to contribute directly to the development of curriculum that reflects the evolving needs, trends, and expectations of today’s workforce. By working together, we can ensure that training is relevant, forward-thinking, and aligned with realworld demands.

“We believe that employers are central to shaping meaningful learning experiences and outcomes for our learners,” said Sally Lucas, Executive Director at CWCCT. “This network is the starting point that will ensure we are preparing students not only with relevant knowledge and skills, but also with a deeper understanding of the current challenges and opportunities in their chosen sectors.”

Members of the Employer Ambassador Network will be recognised as sector ambassadors and valued contributors to the future of vocational education. With a full launch in May, Ambassadors can look forward to connecting with peers in a professional, practice-based community, collaborating on joint events, training sessions and development opportunities, gaining access to exclusive sector events, and receiving discounted entry to CWCCT’s business seminar programme.

At the same time, Ambassadors will have the chance to share their expertise, inspire learners, and play a key role in shaping a stronger, more connected future for the sector. The Employer Ambassador Network is a fantastic opportunity for forward-thinking employers to get involved, make a difference, and showcase their commitment to excellence and innovation in education and training.

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