PANEL DISCUSSION & CASE STUDY

As workforce disruptions accelerate and budget pressures grow, public-private partnerships can accelerate talent development strategies. Economic development organizations are stepping up, partnering with employers and learning institutions to fund and build regional talent systems that fuel skilling pathways into in-demand roles and drive job creation and long-term economic growth.

Hear from economic development leaders from innovative states and cities who are managing cross-sector workforce initiatives and funding strategies in industries like healthcare and manufacturing. They'll share how they're building partnerships that meet employer demand, advance broader economic goals, and tap into public-private funding sources to scale what works.

Whether you're a workforce leader or an employer looking to strengthen your outside-in talent pipeline, you’ll leave with real-world examples and tools to support impact in your region.