Forging a Future-Ready Workforce: Bipartisan Strategies for Inclusive Growth

Recorded live at the 2025 ASU+GSV Summit in San Diego, this session featured Rosemary Lahasky, Vice President of U.S. Government Affairs at Pearson; Joe Barela, Executive Director at Colorado Department of Labor and Employment; Dr. Steve Taylor, Policy Director and Senior Fellow of Economic Mobility at Stand Together Trust; and Alison Griffin, Contributor at Forbes.

The session explored how leaders are shaping a resilient labor market through bipartisan policy innovations that bridge the skills gap, enhance job training, and drive inclusive workforce development. The speakers discussed how evidence-based strategies and public-private partnerships are transforming workforce policy to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving economy. They shared insights into successful initiatives, addressed common challenges, and presented actionable solutions for building a future-ready workforce that benefits communities across the nation.