Steve Bent

Today’s workforce system is changing rapidly as technology reshapes the workplace and employers are seeing the need for higher skilled workers. The dynamic lineup of educational programs featured at the 2018 Workforce Development Conference will teach you new ways to serve the diverse population of customers coming through your doors as you work alongside your […]

The findings in C-Suite Challenge™ 2018 result from a survey of over 1,000 business leaders about the top challenges facing their organizations in 2018, and their strategies for meeting those challenges. Attracting and retaining talent ranks as the foremost concern not only among CEOs but also the rest of the C-Suite, including CHROs and CFOs. “To cope

The Information Technology & Innovation Foundation proposes how to update America’s workforce-training and adjustment policies for an era of technological change. According to the Foundation, rather than slow down technological disruption to protect a small number of workers at the expense of the vast majority who are benefiting, policymakers should focus on doing significantly more to

The International Association of Workforce Professionals (IAWP) has extended the submission deadline for its awards program to March 15, 2018. To submit an award application, simply complete a short online form, download the required files and submit electronically. For additional information and award submission applications, please click here. Award winners will be announced during the 2018 Workforce

Register now to join workforce professionals from across the globe as we convene in Cincinnati to discuss the latest trends and information relative to workforce professionals.  For additional information including, registration options, hotel and travel information, please click here.

The International Association of Workforce Professionals (IAWP) opened its acclaimed recognition program to both public and private sector organizations, providing products and/or services to improve workforce systems. The Innovation in Workforce Systems Awards recognizes extraordinary innovation that directly or indirectly impacts systems, customers, or professionals within the workforce system. Contributions can take many forms and

Representing the views of more than 32,000 students at 43 randomly-selected four-year institutions, a new survey released by Gallup and Strada Education NetworkSM  reveals a crisis of confidence among most students regarding their readiness to launch careers: Only a third of students believe they will graduate with the skills and knowledge to be successful in the

The HIRE Vets Medallion Program Demonstration is now accepting applications! The Program Demonstration will allow the Department of Labor’s Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (DOL VETS) to initially run applications, raise awareness of the HIRE Vets Medallion Program, and enable more employers to prepare to successfully garner recognition when the Program launches in 2019. The