Louisiana's Workforce Next Summit: Bridging Education and Industry

The LABI Foundation is hosting the Workforce Next Summit to bring together employers, school districts, and community partners to strengthen Louisiana's workforce pipeline. The summit features collaborative panels, legislative updates, and strategies for expanding work-based learning tailored to regional economic needs. With recent state policy victories and over $200 billion in economic development projects lined up, local leaders are focused on retaining top talent within the state. From early K–5 career exploration to expanded adult technical training, Louisiana is building an integrated approach to lifelong career readiness.