Addressing America’s Reskilling Challenge

July 16, 2018

Renewed economic growth, a booming job market, and the evolving nature of work are transforming the face of the labor market, resulting in changes in the skill needs of American employers, as well as new and different opportunities for American workers. In the United States, investment in skill development is largely “frontloaded” during the first 25 years of life. After that, public contributions to formal education are substantially smaller, and employer training represents the most sizable investment in further developing the skills of the American workforce. Restrictions on the use of Federal funds, which may have been appropriate when specific programs were designed to address the labor market challenges of another era may not be optimal for the future reskilling challenges, especially those linked to trade and technological change.

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Jackson Hole is the gateway to Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks and is known best for its stunning scenery, clear streams, world-class skiing, abundant wildlife, warm hospitality, elk antler arches, western boardwalks, and more shops and restaurants than a visitor can experience in just one trip.

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