Palm Harbor, FL – July 8, 2026 – Geographic Solutions successfully concluded its 2026 Workforce Technology Conference in Monterey, California, bringing together hundreds of workforce professionals, technology leaders, and government officials for three days of learning, collaboration, and innovation.
Representing 37 states and territories and 105 distinct agencies, attendees explored the latest workforce technologies through expert-led educational sessions, hands-on demonstrations, collaborative discussions, and pre-conference training focused on the newest capabilities of VOS Sapphire® and Virtual LMI®.
The conference showcased emerging technologies and strategies designed to help workforce agencies modernize services for job seekers, employers, and communities. More than 95 industry leaders and subject matter experts presented sessions covering artificial intelligence, workforce modernization, labor market information, unemployment insurance, apprenticeship, education partnerships, employer engagement, and reentry initiatives.
Attendees also participated in roundtable discussions and product enhancement voting sessions, providing valuable feedback that will help shape the continued evolution of Geographic Solutions' workforce technology solutions.
Returning this year was Partnership Row, featuring organizations whose integrated solutions complement the Geographic Solutions software suite. The company extends its appreciation to this year's participating partners: Big Interview, Metrix Learning, Engage by Cell, SaraWorks, Amazon Web Services, and JobTarget. Their collaboration helps workforce agencies deliver more connected, technology-driven services.
Another conference highlight was the keynote presentation by Formula 1 and IndyCar racing legend Derek Daly, whose session, Culture Formula WON: How to Shift from Good2Great2Extraordinary, encouraged attendees to embrace continuous improvement, innovation, and AI-driven efficiency.
Drawing from his distinguished racing career and leadership experience, Daly demonstrated how the pursuit of marginal gains can help workforce agencies achieve extraordinary results by empowering teams, improving service delivery, and creating better outcomes for employers and job seekers.
Additionally, Geographic Solutions also recognized the many guest speakers whose expertise and real-world experiences contributed to a dynamic educational program addressing today's most pressing workforce challenges. The ideas, feedback, and partnerships developed throughout the week will continue to influence product innovation and support workforce agencies as they prepare for the future.
The 2027 Workforce Technology Conference will be held in Clearwater Beach, Florida. More updates on the conference to follow.