Why structural barriers are costing us far more than we realize Every day, headlines point to a tight labor market—millions of job openings and not enough people to fill them. But the real story is far more complex. While some…
Peer learning is a core tenet of the National Fund’s work. We believe that there is power in sharing experiences, resources, and practices with one another in a cohort setting. That is why the Activating Industry Leaders team leads the…
And Why That Matters for the Future of the Economy Across the country, two trends are sounding alarms for our economy: fewer young people are entering the workforce, and entire industries—like manufacturing—are struggling to fill critical roles. While these may…
Many organizations across the country are struggling to maintain morale and production. Employee engagement is in decline, while burnout is surging across the U.S. workforce. However, there is a critical — and often overlooked — solution that addresses both problems:…
Transforming inequitable systems that keep people stuck in low-quality jobs can feel daunting. It’s complex and takes time, but not every step forward needs to be a sweeping revolution. Sometimes, even small tremors can start to shift tectonic plates. Big…
Last month I reached a milestone — five years of leading the National Fund. In 2020 I stepped into the role of CEO as many new leaders do, filled with excitement and anticipation for what we could achieve together.…
How the National Fund’s Centering Workers in Job Design initiative is helping employers create good jobs and better workplaces What do a major regional health system operating in Connecticut and New York, and a family-owned restaurant outside of Cleveland, Ohio…
Each year during Black History Month, I’m always energized by all the ways we celebrate the myriad accomplishments of Black Americans and the Black community’s contribution to building the foundations of this nation. But I also recognize that it is…
At the end of each year, I have the opportunity to join our board members to visit one of the National Fund’s Network Partners and get a close-up look at work that is happening in their region. Earlier this month,…
People have been asking my thoughts on the election. Some have wondered why I didn’t release some sort of statement right away. But the truth is, like many people, I needed a minute to process my thoughts. Big change is…