Building Digital Workforce Skills at the Local Level

National Telecommunications and Information Administration

Wednesday, November 20, 2019 - 8:00pm

A digitally skilled workforce is essential for the economic development of our nation’s communities. Companies of all sizes need employees that understand technology, whether it’s on the business or operational side of the organization. Join NTIA’s BroadbandUSA webinar to hear how local leaders are building partnerships between governments, businesses, nonprofits and education institutions to help residents attain the skills needed to thrive in a digital economy. Click here to register.

Speakers:

  • David Keyes, Digital Equity Program Manager, City of Seattle Information Technology
  • Stacey Wedlake, Research Coordinator and Analyst, Technology and Social Change Group (TASCHA) at University of Washington’s Information School
  • Shonna Dorsey, Senior Business Systems Consultant, Mutual of Omaha

Moderator:

  • Emy Tseng, Senior Program Specialist, NTIA’s BroadbandUSA