Events
Big Picture Series
Today, we stand on the cusp of the most transformative labor market evolution in a century. The combined impacts of the pandemic, the cultural awakening around racial justice, and the existing disruption of the 4th Industrial Revolution—changes in automation, artificial intelligence, and the Internet of Things—have introduced fundamental changes to the labor market. Amidst rapid change and crisis response, it’s hard for employers to see the big picture. Our vision with the Big Picture Series is to offer a broader view to inform your strategic hiring objectives.
Panel 3: How Employers Can Hire for Skills and Close the Opportunity Divide
Date: Thursday, January 28th, 2021
Time: 10:00 - 11:30
This cross-sector panel of subject matter experts on workforce development will provide insight and guidance to employers on how to address the most difficult labor challenges and opportunities in a century.
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Our Speakers
Past Event Videos & Clips
Panel 2: Retraining the Workforce for the (Now!) Future
Shellie Willis: Soft Skills Are Essential Skills
Lauren Sato: Build an Equitable Workplace
David Chavey-Reynaud: Create a Culture Where Learning is Valued
A big thanks to our past speakers!

Shellie Willis
Senior Director of Systems Alignment
WorkForce Central

Lauren Sato
Chief Executive Officer
Ada Developers Academy

David Chavey-Reynaud
Chief Operating Officer
Benton-Franklin Workforce Development Council

Bhavani Arabandi
Senior Research Associate
Urban Institute

Samara Thomas
DEI & Training Consultant
King County

Fred Krug
Managing Director
Year Up

Carol Lwali
Associate Director Career Engagement External Relations
Seattle University

Ryan Davis
Executive Director
Seattle Jobs Initiative

Galiana Fajardo
Senior Portfolio Manager
REDF