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ASHLAND — On Tuesday, May 14, the Ashland County Fairgrounds will host a groundbreaking event for Junior Achievement, a nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring and preparing young people to succeed in a global economy.

Destination Career: Ashland is a collaboration between Junior Achievement, JA Inspire and Charles River Laboratories that will provide students with a unique opportunity to explore their interests and skills in a variety of career pathways.

The event will feature interactive sessions and activities that will help students identify their professional interests and develop the soft skills needed to achieve their goals.

Students will also have the opportunity to participate in live networking and gain direct insights from local employers and businesses.

“We are thrilled to present Destination Career: Ashland, an event that aims to excite and inspire students about their future careers,” said Lori McCleese, President of Junior Achievement.

“With the support of our dedicated team of educators and industry partners, we are confident that this event will be a transformative experience for students.”

Destination Career: Ashland is the perfect way to help students make informed decisions about their future and shape a successful career path. The event is open to all students in the area and there is no cost to attend.

Those interested in volunteering can visit the event website.

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