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SFU’s Francis in the Marketplace Unveils Fall 2026 Workshop Series

University Communications & Marketing | 08/10/2026

FRANCIS IN THE MARKETPLACE

SFU's Francis in the Marketplace Unveils Fall 2026 Workshop Series

Professional development opportunities designed to help regional professionals build skills, strengthen teams, and advance their organizations.

Saint Francis University is helping professionals and organizations turn workplace challenges into opportunities for growth through Francis in the Marketplace, a professional development and workforce training initiative designed for today's evolving workplace.

This fall, professionals from across the region are invited to participate in a series of practical, expert-led workshops covering leadership, workplace culture, communication, technology, manufacturing, safety, and problem-solving. Sessions are led by university faculty, industry professionals, and subject-matter experts who pair valuable insights with tools that participants can apply immediately in their organizations.

All Fall 2026 workshops will be held at the Curry Innovation Center in downtown Altoona.

DATE FALL WORKSHOPS / TRAININGS TIME
September 2 Creating a Winning Safety Culture 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
September 9 Excel Essentials, Navigation and Formatting 8:00-11:00 a.m.
September 15 Fundamentals of Leadership 8:00-11:00 a.m.
October 8 Exploring Lean Manufacturing Basics 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
October 13 Organizational Culture 8:00-11:00 a.m.
October 21 Excel: Data Management, Tables and Presentation Tools 8:00-11:00 a.m.
November 5 Problem Solving with Root Cause Analysis 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
November 11 Excel: Formulas, Functions, Lookups and Introductory Analysis 8:00-11:00 a.m.
November 17 Dealing with Conflict in the Workplace 8:00-11:00 a.m.

Practical Learning for Real Workplace Needs

Whether you are an emerging leader, an experienced manager, a human resources professional, a business owner, or a team member looking to strengthen your skills, the series offers accessible learning opportunities with immediate workplace value.

Organizations are also encouraged to send employees or teams to sessions that align with their professional development goals. In addition to its public workshops, Francis in the Marketplace works directly with employers to create customized training experiences that address their specific workforce needs.

Customized programs can focus on areas such as leadership development, communication, employee engagement, workplace culture, performance management, technology, data analysis, and organizational effectiveness.

Register Today

Invest in your professional growth, strengthen your team, and bring new ideas back to your workplace.

View workshop details and register: francis.edu/francis-in-the-marketplace

Questions or customized training inquiries: Haley Bradley | [email protected] | 814-472-3026

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