The report is an in-depth study of the challenges facing the Kansas workforce. It recommends what can be done to improve workforce development and how education can better align with the staffing needs of our state’s industries.
During the virtual summit, a panel of economic, education and workforce development leaders will discuss the study's recommendations and how they could be implemented. The panel will be moderated by Kansas Chamber President and CEO Alan Cobb and includes:
Ted Abernathy, Economic Leadership, LLCDr. Blake Flanders, Kansas Board of RegentsDr. Cynthia Lane, Evolve Education Leadership Consulting, LLCKeith Lawing, Workforce Alliance of South Central Kansas, Inc.Mr. Abernathy also will discuss workforce development challenges Kansas businesses will face post-COVID-19.Click here to RSVP and to receive log-in information for the virtual summit. Mr. Cobb and the panelists will be available for questions following the summit.
