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From decreased federal funding to changing labor market needs, the workforce and employers face unprecedented headwinds. Change is here. Ready-to-work Americans can’t afford to be left behind, and employers need them today.

STRIVE’s new national thought leadership platform, Powering Progress, launched in October 2025 with a timely conversation on advancing America’s workforce. Five influential workforce leaders shared their innovative approaches to skills and career training that create opportunities for individuals and resilient businesses.


Meet the Panel

Brian Aquart

Vice President, Workforce & Community Education, Northwell Health

Lynette Bell

President, Truist Foundation

Nichol King

Executive Director, Community Banking, New York City, JPMorganChase

Marc Morial

President & CEO, National Urban League

Phil Weinberg

MODERATOR
President & CEO, STRIVE


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