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Why It Matters

Driving Alignment for Systemic Change

 Uniting diverse stakeholders to transform education and employment ecosystems.

Why Now?

The U.S. is on the brink of a labor crisis that threatens its economic foundation. From 2025 to 2035, the country faces a critical disruption of the workforce, driven by shifting demographics, retiring Baby Boomer generation and the automation of routine tasks.

Based on the Lightcast publication, “The Rising Storm: A Demographic Drought” here’s why immediate collaboration between educational providers and employers is vital:

  • Declining Workforce Participation

    Over 5 million Americans have transitioned from economic producers to consumers, leaving fewer workers to sustain economic output.

  • Retirement Surge

    Over 4 million Americans will turn 65 each year from 2024 to 2027, exiting the workforce at unprecedented rates, creating an urgent need for skilled replacements.

  • Historical Growth in Jeopardy

    The Baby Boomer-driven growth of past decades—tripling GDP and raising household incomes—cannot continue without a pipeline of skilled workers.

  • Rising Demand, Shrinking Supply

    As consumer demand grows, the strain on an undersized workforce could lead to significant economic and operational challenges for employers.

The education-to-employment system is fragmented and misaligned with labor market needs. With 2030 approaching, organizations must break silos, compare insights, and act—structured collaboration is the way forward.

A System at a Crossroads

The Clock is Ticking

Graduates are underemployed. Employers can’t find skilled workers. Immediate action is critical to align stakeholders.

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Collaboration is the Key

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Where are you on the Timeline for Change?

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Focus on skills-based hiring.

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Talent gaps emerge in key industries.
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Pandemic accelerates need for systemic change.

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A critical decade for education- to- career alignment.

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