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Explore these top five strategies to get Pennsylvanians back to work! From supporting career pathways to modernizing education and investing in skilled professionals, we're building a stronger workforce for Pennsylvania. Learn more at buff.ly/4aWX66x. #CareerDevelopment #WorkforceTraining #ProfessionalGrowth #CareerCoach

Happy #LaborDay! Today, we honor the hard work and dedication of Oregon's workforce, the backbone of our economy. As we celebrate today, let's also remember the importance of policies that support job creation, innovation, and opportunities for all Oregonians. Read more about Oregon's workforce: https://bit.ly/46Rq7Ai

Growing up in a Mississippi small town of 2,000 people, I constantly heard and felt the narrative of the South being “lesser than” much of the country. My childhood was great. The people around me were great. But, after reading 1,000 rankings that claim your state is the worst in the country, you can start to feel the downward pressure on economic growth for your community and for the people in your life. As I began my career in economic development, I was ready to face the constant battle between staying in the South and trying to build stronger economies at home or following the career and economic opportunities that come with life and work in more developed or growing economies. Thankfully, the tides have turned in the South, as people and businesses continue to flock into our region. And, over the past few years, I began to think… I’M NOT LIVING IN THE POOR OLD SOUTH ANYMORE. When I joined Steadfast City Economic & Community Partners, about a year and a half ago, I was encouraged that Doug Rasmussen and our team shared my view that the Southeastern market was primed for growth and opportunity in the public and private sectors. When Jessica Sawyer Walker joined the team, just a few months after me, and we started gaining some traction in the market, I realized that my shifting thoughts about the South were most definitely true. A young company based in a large metro was looking to grow where there was opportunity, and the South presented that opportunity. After adding Danielle Winningham to the team, last fall, we opened a physical office in Fairhope, Alabama, and as I’ve reflected on what that means… well, it means a lot. It means that I didn’t have to leave the South to find opportunity and career growth—it can follow me where I go. It means that companies recognize the potential of our market—the potential of the people that I love most in this world. And, it means that I don’t have to awkwardly meet with clients in random coffee shops any more. Next week, we will host several of Steadfast’s newest hires in our Fairhope office, as they prepare to realize and tell their own stories of what economic and community development means to them. And, oddly enough, one of them also grew up in my home town of 2,000 people in Mississippi. My takeaway… Communities, economies, and careers can be built wherever you are—even in the Poor Old South.

The states where people are quitting their jobs the most are: State of Delaware, State of Alaska, State of South Carolina, State of Montana and State of Wyoming. Learn more with WalletHub’s latest report: https://lnkd.in/d6hHNYaQ

It starts with collaboration…

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In 2022, Pittsburgh Works released our PA Opportunity Agenda, describing the troubling economic and population conditions challenging the state, and the action items needed to turn things around. The first three were: Lower the Corporate Net Income Tax Rate. Provide funding for industrial sites to make us competitive. Modernize PA's permitting process. They are now a reality. Thanks to Gov. Shapiro, legislative leadership in both parties, and our elected lawmakers who have shown what can happen when Pennsylvania Works Together.

Today in the Chicago Tribune, Intersect Illinois Chair John Atkinson makes a strong case for how Illinois is taking a national lead in economic development and as a corporate relocation and expansion destination. ⚡ For the 11th year in a row, Site Selection Magazine ranked the Chicago metro area as the No. 1 metro area for new and expanding businesses and in 2023 ⚡ Illinois ranked as the No. 2 state in the nation for corporate expansions and relocations. ⚡ Illinois also ranked No. 1 in the Midwest for new business creation for 2022, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. ⚡ In CNBC’s Best States for Business rankings, Illinois moved from No. 3 to No. 2 for infrastructure; from No. 6 to No. 2 for education; from No. 8 to No. 6 in access to capital; and from No. 20 to No. 9 in the nation for cost of living. ⚡ We have created smart and competitive incentives for emerging industries looking to build their business and the jobs that come with it here in Illinois. ⚡ On average, a new business relocated to or expanded in Illinois every day in 2023. Illinois has a "people and power" advantage with a deep, trained workforce and a strong electric grid that bests other states. Our largest utility, ComEd, ranks as the most reliable electric utility in the nation. "Growth of this speed and scale requires continued investments in equity-centered education and training to ensure our workforce is prepared to step into valuable job opportunities." #BeinIllinois #TeamIllinois

Celebrating Labor Day: The Heart of a Family Business Labor Day is more than just a day off—it’s a time to honor the hard work that drives our economy. For family businesses, this holiday holds a special significance. It’s an opportunity to celebrate the unique spirit of collaboration, dedication, and tradition that defines these businesses. Family businesses blend personal commitment with professional ambition. Every family member plays a crucial role, contributing not just to the company’s success but also to its legacy. Labor Day is a reminder of the collective effort that goes into sustaining a family business, where both employees and family members are key to its growth. This holiday serves as a moment of gratitude for the tireless contributions of everyone involved. Whether it’s the founders who built the foundation or the new employees who bring fresh energy, each person’s work is vital. As Labor Day is celebrated, family businesses are encouraged to acknowledge the efforts of their team—family and non-family alike. It’s a time to reflect on the past, appreciate the present, and look forward to a future where hard work and dedication continue to be the cornerstone of success. In the end, Labor Day is a celebration of the people who make a family business thrive—the true heart of the company.

From #apprenticeship to #disabilityemployment to removing employment barriers, dedicated leaders in #workforcedevelopment are advancing #equity and #opportunity. Delighted to support the dialogue.