Regional Leadership Conferences

Regional Competitions

Most contests will start with a competition in your Region in February in order to qualify for the State Conference in April.

Important Dates

  • November 1, 2024 – Intent to Compete Form due

  • January 15, 2025 – Membership due in Register Portal

  • January 23, 2025 – Regional Registration Due

  • February 15, 2025 – Direct to State Form due – If your Region is not holding competition for a specific contest, submit a Direct to State form for each contestant/team, so we may effectively plan the State Conference competition.

Updates from the Regions will be posted below as we receive the information. If you have questions, contact your Regional Representative.

Region 1 Representatives:

Senior Rep: Reid Casey
Junior Rep: Peter Gonzalez

Region 1

Region 1 Competition Information

All students require Resumes and SkillsUSA Code of Conduct Forms, to be turned in at the day of competition.

Registration is due January 27, 2025

PRECISION MACHINING CONTESTS

Date:  Friday, February 7, 2025

Location:  Wilson Talent Center, 611 Hagadorn Rd, Mason

PLUMBING, CARPENTRY, and ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION WIRING

Date:  Saturday, February 22, 2025

Location:  Carpenter’s Union, 500 Reno Dr, Wayland

ALL OTHER CONTESTS

Date:  Friday, February 21, 2025

Location:  Lansing Community College West Campus, 5708 Cornerstone Drive, Lansing, 48917

Time:         8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Region 2 - East Representatives:

Senior Rep: Stacie Yokhana
Junior Rep: Samantha Giambrone

Region 2 - East

Region 2E Competition Information

All students require Resumes and SkillsUSA Code of Conduct Forms, to be turned in at the day of competition.

CULINARY ARTS

Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025

Inclement Weather Date: Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025

BAKING & PASTRY ARTS, RESTAURANT SERVICE

Friday, Jan. 24, 2025

Inclement Weather Date: Friday, Jan. 31, 2025

TECHNICAL DRAFTING, ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY, ROBOTICS & AUTOMATION, CYBER SECURITY, PIN DESIGN, T-SHIRT DESIGN

Friday, Jan. 24, 2025, Fraser High School at 2:30 PM

Region 2-West Representatives:

Senior Rep: Aaron Gaertner
Junior Rep: Shelley Pierce

Region 2 - West

Region 2W Competition Information

All students require Resumes and SkillsUSA Code of Conduct Forms, to be turned in at the day of competition.

Registration is due January 23, 2025 for regular rate. January 24-30, 2025 for late rate

Region 3 Representatives:

Senior Rep: Dave Urlaub
Junior Rep: Julie Ivan

Region 3

Region 3 is generously sponsored by Michigan Sugar

Region 3 Competition Information

All students require Resumes and SkillsUSA Code of Conduct Forms, to be turned in at the day of competition.

Registration is due January 27, 2025

Region 4

Region 4 Representatives:

Senior Rep: Josh Blumensaadt
Junior Rep: Trent Bellingar

Region 4 Competition Information

Information posted as we receive it

All students require Resumes and SkillsUSA Code of Conduct Forms, to be turned in at the day of competition.

Region 5 Representative:

Senior Rep: John Partridge

Region 5

Region 5 Competition Information

Information posted as we receive it

All students require Resumes and SkillsUSA Code of Conduct Forms, to be turned in at the day of competition.

Why Attend?

  • Compete in Prestige: Participate in nearly 80 skill and leadership contests designed by industry experts to mirror current occupational standards.

  • Win Big: Earn scholarships, tools, and prizes that can propel your career forward.

  • Network with the Best: Connect with peers and industry professionals who share your passion and drive.

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