The Federal Reserve Bank out of Kansas City is hosting four regional forum events targeted to workforce leaders. In addition to events planned for Omaha, Oklahoma City, and Denver, the Kansas City event is set for July 29th from 11:30 to 1:30.
According to the Federal Reserve Bank, this forum will present community leaders with information on employment and workforce development issues affecting low- and moderate-income workers. The Federal Reserve’s new research publication on the low- and moderate-income workforce will be presented along with an economic forecast for the region. Other Federal Reserve resources and initiatives that support workforce development goals will be discussed.
11:30 to Noon – Registration and Lunch Buffet
Noon to 12:10 – Welcome and Overview
12:10 to 12:45 – LMI Labor Markets and Regional Economic Forecast
12:45 to 1:00 – Workforce Development Resources and Tools
1:00 to 1:30 – Discussion of Local Workforce Issues
1:30 – Adjourn
This information will provide workforce professionals, community and economic development leaders and employers tools to support their organization’s mission. The forum is targeted to Leaders and staff of workforce investment boards, community and economic development organizations, community colleges, workforce readiness and employment programs, chambers of commerce, and employers. The forum is free though reservations are required. The forum is slated for the bank’s KC headquarters at 1 Memorial Drive Kansas City, MO. RSVP to Annette Phillips by email.