Worlds of Opportunity Career Expo for Area Students Presented by Southern Air

Worlds of Opportunity Career Expo for Area Students Presented by Southern Air

🚀 Get Ready for an Unforgettable Journey at the Worlds of Opportunity Career Expo!

The Worlds of Opportunity Career Expo is an opportunity to be a part of the pathway that will attract youth to business with in-demand careers. Middle school students from across the region will be invited to attend and explore career opportunities for their future. Four zones are identified as potential career pathways to jobs in our area. Each zone will provide hands-on demonstrations and interactive activities to create a relevant job awareness for each student to help them choose the right track for the futures.
 

  • Step Into the Future: Join us for an electrifying opportunity to shape the careers of tomorrow!
  • Calling All Trailblazers: Be part of a groundbreaking event designed to ignite the passions of our youth and unveil the endless possibilities in the world of business and beyond.
  • Discover Your Pathway: Middle school students will embark on a thrilling exploration of career opportunities, unlocking the doors to their futures. 
  • Explore Four Dynamic Zones: Dive deep into four immersive zones, each representing potential career pathways to exciting jobs right here in our area.
  • Hands-On Experience: Engage in hands-on demonstrations and interactive activities, providing an exhilarating glimpse into the real-world applications of various professions.
Teachers, parents, and vendors - visit the Worlds of Opportunity Resource Page for more information. This page includes:
 
  • Classroom tools for teachers
  • The online version of the Career Guide
  • Vendor Resources & Activity Form
  • Career Close-Up Videos

It is not too late to register! There are still standard 10'X10'  spaces available. Spaces include a 6 foot table and two chairs. Special requirements such as electricity or more space is not guaranteed. 
 
The Zones
 
  • Zone 1: Transportation, Energy/Utilities, Public Safety, Construction, Agriculture
  • Zone 2: Manufacturing, Automotive/Logistics, Engineering/Environment
  • Zone 3: Financial/Financial Services, Hospitality/Tourism, Marketing/Communications, Human Services, Education
  • Zone 4: Healthcare/Medical, Technology, Retail/Customer Service,
 
Watch video to learn more.



Interested in being a Vendor, Sponsor, or Partner?

Want to have your company represented at Worlds of Opportunity and host an interactive booth? Complete registration now to reserve your spot, and Tori Gilmartin will contact you with next steps. 

Interested in being a sponsor for Worlds of Opportunity Career Expo? Contact Heath Barret for more information.

Interested in featuring your company in the Worlds of Opportunity Career Guide? Contact Ruth Martineau for more information.


Current Vendors
 

1.                Aerofin
2.                Atlantic Union Bank
3.                Banker Steel
4.                Bedford Regional Water Authority
5.                Buffalo Air Handling
6.                Buffalo Air Handling
7.                BWX Technologies, Inc.
8.                CENTRA
9.                Central Virginia Workforce Development Board
10.             CloudFit Software
11.             Coleman-Adams Construction, Inc.
12.             Cooper Steel of Virginia
13.             Crawford Olin, LLC
14.             Delta Star, Inc.
15.             FIVE18 Family Services
16.             Foster Fuels Inc.
17.             Framatome Inc
18.             Hill City AquaZoo
19.             Innovate Lynchburg
20.             Innovative Wireless Technologies
21.             Jack Dean State Farm
22.             James R. Vannoy & Sons Construction Co., Inc.
23.             Kubota of Lynchburg
24.             Liberty University
25.             Lynchburg City Schools Lunchburg Express
26.             Lynchburg Police Department
27.             Prestige Consumer HC/Fleet
28.             Runk and Pratt School of Nursing
29.             S&S Machine, Inc and TRU Ball/AXCEL Archery
30.             Sonny Merryman
31.             Southern Air, Inc.
32.             VADOC

Watch the video below to hear from last years exhibitors on why they participated in Worlds of Opportunity!

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Event Sponsors

Presenting Partner
Southern Air, Inc.
Zone Partner
AndPower LLC
Innovate Lynchburg
Sonny Merryman
Exhibitor Lounge Partner
Central Virginia Workforce Development Board
Backpack Partner
CTA Consultants LLC
Virginia Farm Bureau
Volunteer Command Center & Tent Partner
Framatome

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Date and Time

Monday Oct 20, 2025 Tuesday Oct 21, 2025

October 20th - 7:30am-2pm
October 21st - 7:30am-2pm

Location

On the Campus of Central Virginia Community College
3506 Wards Road, Lynchburg , VA 24502

Contact Information

(434) 845-5966 x11
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