Insights and Perspectives

Celebrating Workforce Development Month: Looking Towards A Stronger Workforce for America Act with Promise and Excitement

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by Lisa Grimes|
September 17, 2024 |
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This month, Geographic Solutions celebrates Workforce Development Month and recognizes the importance of workforce development initiatives and professionals within the industry.

Workforce Development Month: An Opportunity To Recognize The U.S. Workforce System

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by Don Compton|
September 13, 2021 |
WIOA, Workforce Development, Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, Workforce Investment Act

The United States Senate recently passed Resolution 346, which designates September as Workforce Development Month.

Painting It Gold: Mining Data From The PIRL To Make Informed Decisions

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by Don Compton|
March 23, 2019 |
Partnerships, WIOA, Workforce Development, Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act

Explore the insights of Geoff Smith from FutureWork Systems on leveraging WIOA PIRL data for workforce development. Learn how advanced BI tools can transform performance data into actionable insights.

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Honoring Presidential Contributions That Benefited The American Workforce

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by Don Compton|
February 18, 2019 |
Calendar Observances, Legislation, Wagner-Peyser, WIOA, Workforce Development, Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, Workforce Investment Act

On Presidents’ Day, we traditionally celebrate the importance of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln’s birthdays, two heads of state that greatly impacted American history. But, this calendar observance is also a chance to reflect on how a few commanders-in-chief left noteworthy marks on the workforce during their tenures in office.

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Vocational Rehabilitation: Constantly Evolving to Meet Workforce Needs

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by Don Compton|
July 1, 2018 |
Vocational Rehabilitation, Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act

Explore the evolution of Vocational Rehabilitation from charitable origins to modern advancements, including the impact of the Vocational Rehabilitation Act of 1954 and the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). Discover how Geographic Solutions' module enhances service delivery for individuals with disabilities.