Our steering committee members are excited to invite you to participate in Career Quest 2025, a large-scale, interactive career exploration event hosted by OhioMeansJobs Knox County. The event will take place on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM at the Mount Vernon High School Energy Fieldhouse (101 Yellow Jacket Drive, Mount Vernon, OH). 

We’re expecting more than 1,200 youth from across Knox County, with most being in 8th and 10th grade—a pivotal age for sparking curiosity and career interest. You don't want to miss this! 
Here’s what you need to know:

• No cost to exhibit (we do need a firm commitment though)
• You’ll be provided a 10x10 booth space and 1–2 tables
• Lunch will be provided for your team
• All exhibitors must provide a hands-on, age-appropriate activity to engage youth participants
• Our steering committee and OMJ staff are happy to give you ideas for engaging activities for your exhibitor station

Want to see what it’s all about? Take a look at this video clip (made by students)  from last year’s event: https://youtu.be/BNOvDU871p4

We’ll be sending out the official registration link soon, so watch your inbox in the coming weeks. If you are interested having a table at this event; or if you have questions, email Brandy Booth at brandy.booth@jfs.ohio.gov. 

To support you in planning, we’ll also provide an Exhibitor Handbook and host a short virtual training via Microsoft Teams as the event nears. We want to make sure you’re fully equipped to engage and inspire our future workforce!

We hope you’ll consider joining us for this impactful event.
Warm regards,
Brandy Booth             
Workforce Administrator
Office: 740-399-3647 
Mobile: 740-485-4504 
Opportunity Knox Employment Center
17604 Coshocton Road
Mount Vernon, OH 43050
www.OMJKnox.com
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Our committee is represented by OhioMeansJobs; Knox County Career Center; Knox County Chamber of Commerce; Knox Educational Service Center; Kokosing Construction; Mount Vernon City Schools; and The Ohio Eastern Star Home.