Governors To Discuss Transforming The Nation’s Workforce At National Governors Association Winter Meeting

Governors To Discuss Transforming The Nation’s Workforce At National Governors Association Winter Meeting

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February 12, 2009

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GOVERNORS TO DISCUSS TRANSFORMING THE NATION’S WORKFORCE AT NATIONAL GOVERNORS ASSOCIATION WINTER MEETING

WASHINGTON—The nation’s governors are set to discuss transforming America’s workforce to compete in a global economy during the upcoming 2009 National Governors Association (NGA) Winter Meeting, which begins in Washington, D.C., later this month.

The discussion, titled “Transforming the Workforce System: Upskilling American Workers,” will occur during the NGA Education, Early Childhood and Workforce Committee meeting on Sunday, Feb. 22, at 10 a.m. at the J.W. Marriott hotel.

“Given today’s difficult economy, it is especially vital for us to ensure our workforce is equipped with the skills for the jobs of the future,” said Nebraska Gov. Dave Heineman, chair of the committee. “This discussion is a chance for governors to talk with their colleagues and business leaders about helping Americans get back to work.”

“The rising unemployment rate, increased demand for skills and a rapidly expanding global economy are all placing unprecedented demands on America’s workforce,” said Virginia Gov. Timothy M. Kaine vice chair of the committee. “This session is an opportunity to examine ways to ensure workers have the necessary training, skill sets and education to remain competitive.”

Governors will be joined at the session by Steven Lockard, CEO and president, TPI Composites and Pamela Passman, corporate vice president and deputy general counsel, Global Corporate Affairs, Microsoft Corporation.

This committee will focus on the national skills shortage and its impacts. Panelists will explore business investments that strengthen the competitiveness of American businesses by training workers with the skills to successfully participate in the 21st century.

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