The single most important factor for success in economic development today is the skill and knowledge level of our workforce. Please join us on November 18 to focus on the current and future workforce needs for Central Louisiana—and how we can best meet those needs. You will hear presentations on two major workforce research projects. You will also hear the leaders of our three major public higher education institutions discussing how LSUA, Central Louisiana Technical Community College and Northwestern State University will respond to the workforce challenge. These vital discussions will set the stage for how the business community can work more closely with higher education to build a stronger Central Louisiana.

                                                     AGENDA

               10:30 a.m. Presentation of Workforce Research Findings

               11:45 a.m.         Serving Lines Open for Lunch

               12:15 p.m. Responses from LSUA, CLTCC and NSU

                 1:30 p.m. Q&A and Next Steps

                 2:00 p.m. Adjourn