Virginia Western Community College and GENEDGE joined forces to partner in hosting the inaugural Front Line to Production Line: Manufacturing Hiring & Credentialing Expo on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026. The free, daylong event was driven by a simple mission: The best way to honor a veteran is to hire one.
Held on Virginia Western’s campus, the event connected regional manufacturers with veterans, transitioning service members, military families, students, and community job seekers. The morning program honored the veterans in our community, while the afternoon focused on serving them with immediate hiring, career advancement, credentials, and veteran support services — all offered at no cost to the hirers or heroes.