Thank you to everyone who joined the joint WIN Communications and Data Committee meeting on November 15, 2024. The event offered a valuable opportunity to dive into the latest workforce trends, discuss regional data highlights, and explore how these findings can support workforce development strategies across the WIN Region. Here’s a recap of what was covered:
Labor Market Report Recap
Reviewed key findings from the 2024 Q2 Labor Market Report, including:
- Regional unemployment trends
- In-demand occupations
- Job posting activity
- Sector highlights such as healthcare, advanced manufacturing/CNC, IT, mobility/EV, TDL (transportation, distribution, and logistics), energy/line workers, education, and skilled trades
Attendees explored the data shaping our workforce landscape and discussed its implications. We also encouraged everyone to review the 2023 Annual Labor Market Report, available per county and for the City of Detroit, at winintelligence.org/lmr.
Macomb Community College IT Skill Needs Assessment Recap
A featured presentation on the IT Skill Needs Assessment, which shared findings from employer outreach efforts. This presentation offered actionable insights into IT talent needs in the region, sparking meaningful discussions about addressing skill gaps and preparing the workforce for future demands. View the final report at winintellgence.org/ITstudy.
Click Here To View The Slide Deck
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