Imagine if low-wage work was a launch pad, not a dead end. Today, the traditional notion of education is evolving. Many are questioning the value of a college degree as tuition rises, opting instead for alternative pathways to family-sustaining careers. With 53 million Americans stuck in jobs that provide little financial security and few pathways for growth, organizations, philanthropists and impact investors have a unique opportunity to reimagine how capital can be diversified, leveraged and implemented to create more equitable pathways to the middle class.
This session will offer attendees a blueprint for success on how:
– Philanthropic contributions can fuel innovation in targeted programs that address regional skill gaps
– Impact investments can be leveraged to finance innovative solutions to ensure they are inclusive for all – including marginalized populations – so that everyone can contribute to driving the country’s competitive edge.
– Workforce development organizations are best equipped to understand, scale and deploy strategic solutions nationally
