In its pursuit of lasting transformation, this nonprofit is finding success where other institutions are collaborating on workforce development. ...

What if our employers could find the talent they need, and our schools could prepare workers faster than ever before? That could be truly transformative – and a competitive advantage for our region. It's already happening. ...

It's long been a paradigm of economic development that growing businesses want certain economic concessions. But what if there were other incentives that could draw in new employers and improve our workforce? ...

What happens when your community has job openings, but your neighbors lack the skills needed to fill them? It's a question that, if answered, could unlock a wave of opportunity for the Rockford region. ...