U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Education and Workforce

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Apply for the next national cohort! Learn about the framework and how to implement TPM in your community. Join hundreds of TPM practitioners that have already went through the Academy. Application deadline: January 7, 2022. Trainings begin January 27, 2022. Learn more and apply here: http://ow.ly/rLAR50H7Aa1

You can attend the interest webinar on December 16 at 11 a.m. ET. Register here: http://ow.ly/fQG750H7Aa0

“Metropolitan America” is now home to roughly 80 percent of the U.S. population. Yet until now, no one has examined nationally comparative data to rank large metro areas on school quality. See those rankings in a new report from U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and Thomas B. Fordham Institute here: http://ow.ly/BRBV50H6nAP

Think a lack of access to quality, affordable childcare isn't a workforce issue? It is. Check out reports we released today, examining the economic impact on five states due to childcare issues. We found that these states lose an estimated average of more than $2 billion annually because of breakdowns in childcare. Read the reports and learn more: http://ow.ly/iq8U50H0gs6

We're bringing in the stars for next week! Join us on Oct. 26 as we talk to Mike Rowe about how we can reconnect America with skills and build the workforce of the future. Don't miss this conversation! Register and join us live: http://ow.ly/nffO50GuHoW

In the new economy, the digital economy, tech skills are in high demand. Public-private partnerships are key to building these skills for workers, filling open jobs, and growing the economy. On October 26, Governor Eric Holcomb will join the capstone virtual event to discuss how these partnerships are helping build the workforce of the future in Indiana and across the country. Register now to join the event: http://ow.ly/nL7I50Gr2VI

During on Oct. 26, we'll talk to employers showing leadership on filling open jobs, and addressing the workforce shortage, particularly as it pertains to women. Join us for this great conversation with Siemens President and CEO Barbara Humpton, and more! Learn more and to register: http://ow.ly/vgXq50GoDS6

The pandemic has further highlighted the need for big ideas to solve the big challenges that exist for millions of American learners and workers. On October 26, we'll bring together big leaders and thinkers to show how employer leadership is creating opportunities and getting people back to work. Join us for our final event of 2021. Register here: http://ow.ly/PxJN50GkxBb

From the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation blog: Abby McCloskey and Chamber Foundation SVP, Cheryl Oldham contend that 'There Are Better Ways to Support Children and the Economy Than Universal Pre-K'. Find out what some of those are here: http://ow.ly/tT1u50GhmWX

What does the ideal family-friendly, learning-rich environment look like to you? U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation SVP, Cheryl Oldham will join Too Small to Fail and LaundryCares Foundation's 4th Annual Summit, Reimagining Together: Learning in Everyday Spaces, tomorrow at 1 p.m. ET, which will bring together parents, caregivers and community leaders to discuss how every day spaces can be reimagined and redesigned to support early learning. Learn more and register: http://ow.ly/eMPk50Ghqha

In Case You Missed It: During our most recent virtual series event, we discussed technology's impact on the workforce, specifically, how the emergence of the gig economy and the use of drones have created new opportunities for workers, and the outlook on the future of work. Watch the event:

Talent Forward: Improving Talent Through Technology This virtual Talent Forward event, co-hosted with the new PBS Future of Work Initiative, explores how technology advances such as automation can open countle...

Today at 2 p.m. ET: Are and silos stifling innovation at a time when we need it most? Learn why the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation has partnered with Coalition on Adult Basic Education to break down silos and create the equitable and prepared workforce that families and our economy needs. Learn more: http://ow.ly/8kiY50GevYm