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lakecitybank.comTwo issues that Indiana Chamber of
Commerce members continue to emphasize –
workforce skills and the economic
development implications of health care –
will be featured in early 2016.
The ninth annual Indiana Chamber
Foundation statewide workforce survey,
sponsored by WGU Indiana, will be coming
to your inbox soon. In addition, the Indiana
Chamber Foundation will team with the U.S.
Chamber of Commerce Foundation and the
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation on a half-
day
Indiana Health Means Business
forum on
February 5.
Past survey insights on workforce
development challenges and opportunities
have been critical to policy development as
well as Indiana Chamber Foundation research
and programming. Aggregate results to the
brief survey are used to inform policy and
decision-makers.
The 2016 survey will feature expanded
information about your experiences with
business internships. The Chamber’s Indiana
INTERNnet program – which serves as a
central resource for employers, educators and
students – will use these survey results to
evaluate expanding its programming to help
meet the state’s growing demand for
internships.
“It is important that we hear the voice of
Indiana employers – and for educators and
workforce development professionals to
partner with businesses to help meet their
needs,” says Alisa Deck, the Chamber’s
director of college and career readiness.
“Addressing the skills gap and preparing both
students and current members of the
workforce for the next phase of their careers
is essential. We appreciate the valuable time
and input of our members in sharing their
experiences.”
The February 5
Indiana Health Means
Business
forum (8:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.) at the
Indiana Chamber Conference Center will
feature state and national guest speakers,
panel discussions and audience engagement
on community health priorities.
One of 10 such events around the
country, the forums seek to leverage the
influence of businesses to empower
individuals and communities through
education, employment and income. The
goal: creating a healthier Indiana.
“This forum aligns perfectly with the
Chamber’s
Indiana Vision 2025
goals and our
efforts at the Wellness Council of Indiana
(WCI),” shares WCI Executive Director
Chuck Gillespie. “We look forward to
bringing business and community leaders
together to hear valuable strategies and share
their perspectives.”
UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES
Workforce Survey, Health Care Event
Space is limited to the first 150 registrants. Reserve your spot at
www.regonline.com/Register/Checkin.aspx?EventID=1788450or contact Laura Bliss
(lbliss@indianachamber.com) for additional information.
CHAMBER REPORT