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 The Institute for a Competitive Workforce (ICW) promotes high educational standards and effective workforce training systems so that they are aligned with each other and with today's rigorous business demands. Read more...
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Latest News:
Chamber Study Touts Benefits of Charter Schools
Businesses and communities facing a shortage of skilled and educated workers should throw their weight behind public charter schools, according to a new study released by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Order a Hard Copy.
October 21, 2008
2008 Sloan Awards for Business Excellence in Workplace Flexibility Announced
The first award of its kind to validate companies' performance, programs and policies with employee input, differentiating it from any other current award.
November 2008
Monthly Member Highlights:
Greater Louisville Inc. Makes Higher Education Attainment an Economic Priority
Intel Invests $120 Million for Science Competitions, Youth Outreach, and Online Science Community
Did you Know...America's workforce is facing a current and
growing crisis?
- 90% of the fastest growing jobs will require some form of postsecondary education.
- Business is spending billions each year to train new employees and remediate the educational skill gaps of those already in the workforce.
- The American workforce is aging - 78 million baby boomers are set to retire over the next several decades.
- The current lack of U.S.-trained scientists and engineers is a direct threat to the leadership of U.S. innovation.
Contact Information:
Institute for a Competitive Workforce
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
1615 H Street NW
Washington, DC 20062
Phone: 202-463-5525
Fax: 202-887-3424
Email: ICW@uschamber.com
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