America faces a profound challenge to its economic vitality and future. Too many young people today—the workforce of tomorrow—are not prepared to succeed in a knowledge-based economy. At a time when the frontline of the vast baby boom generation is approaching retirement, businesses will require an exceptional pool of new workers to continue the American traditions of innovation and productivity.
In response to the needs of our partner companies, we have significantly expanded our workforce readiness body of work over the past several years. In recognition of our leadership in this space, we have secured new investments that support the following three major workforce readiness initiatives:
- Ready by 21, Credentialed by 26 funded by Philip Morris USA, an Altria Company
- Postsecondary Education Completion, funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
- New Options Initiative, funded by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation
These initiatives are distinct but mutually reinforcing. They provide a tremendous range of opportunities for our partner companies to showcase innovative business practices, learn from other business leaders, participate in research design and educate policy makers.
For a one page overview of Corporate Voices' work on workforce readiness, please click on the PDF link below.
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