State Workforce and Economic Development: Opportunities for Collaboration

Date
2016-10-01Author
Eyster, Lauren; Urban Institute
Abstract
State workforce and economic development interests naturally align. At the state level, economic development staff can support new and expand current industries that produce jobs. State workforce development staff can help ensure a supply of skilled workers to meet employer demand. When state workforce and economic development policy and practice align, state leaders can be better prepared to help achieve economic prosperity for businesses and residents of the state.