Issue Forums - Monday, March 8, 2:30 - 4:00 PM

Again this year, NAWB is offering three in-depth discussions on important topics affecting our industry through Issue Forums. Following are the details currently available:

Jobs Jobs Jobs - Synergies of Economic Development, Workforce Development & Policy

In today's tough job market, creating jobs is essential for communities nationwide.
This panel of experts will discuss and explore how WIBs play an important role in aligning local and regional growth strategies. Retain jobs, grow new jobs, and develop new employers through entrepreneurship. Are you prepared to do this? If you are not sure, come learn what you can do to make things happen in your community!

Moderator: Brashir Ali – Workforce Development Director – City of Peoria, IL

Panelists

• Jeff Finkle – President/CEO - International Economic Development Council
• Jon Chara – President – Workforce 1 Partners
• Matt Chase- Executive Director – National Association of Development Councils

Practical discussion on what works and what needs work. This open forum panel will give you access to WIB & Education leaders. How do WIBs work successfully with colleges? Where do WIBs and Colleges fall short for WIA clients? What can be done to maximize these relationships? Why are these relationships important to the WIA re-authorization?

Moderator: TBD

Panelists:

• Dr. Nicole Smith – Center for Education and the Workforce – Georgetown University, American Association of Community Colleges representative,
  Career College Association representative
• USDOE Representative TBD

The Legislative Calendar and NAWB's Policy Positions

Details TBD