Leaders from three associations shared innovative approaches to effectively support workforce development within their industries, create meaningful partnerships, and drive positive change through education and training initiatives.
Key Insights
A data-driven strategy is essential. Associations must collect robust data to drive effective workforce initiatives. Research on retirement intentions and career satisfaction provides the evidence needed to advocate for systemic change with employers, policymakers and industry partners.
Career pathways must evolve. Today's professionals seek purpose, flexibility, growth opportunities, and work-life balance. Associations are responding by developing clear competency frameworks, creating structured training programs, and demonstrating transferable skills across multiple career settings.
It's important to understand industry workforce challenges. Focusing on root causes rather than symptoms is critical for developing effective solutions. Associations that invest in understanding the true drivers of workforce issues can develop targeted strategies that address underlying problems.
Panelists:
Tamesha L. Logan, MBA, CAE, Interim Executive Director, National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA) Amber Jackson, Apprenticeship Project Manager, National Rural Water Association (NRWA) Brian Savoie, Sr. Vice President, Education & International Programs, Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society (RAPS)
Moderator:
Kristi Donovan, M.S., CAE, Practice Director, McKinley Advisors
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