Artificial intelligence and automation are not distant threats—they are reshaping the workforce landscape right now. According to McKinsey & Company, approximately 12 million American jobs could be displaced by automation by 2030. Yet, despite clear evidence, many organizations and policymakers remain reactive rather than proactive, risking economic instability and unnecessary workforce disruption.
The Global Workforce Resilience Advisory Board (GWRAB) recognizes the urgency of this moment. Our mission is to actively engage stakeholders to drive real solutions at every level.
Why Now: The Urgency of Action
Recent reports from the World Economic Forum indicate that failing to proactively reskill employees will cost global economies trillions in productivity losses. For businesses, reactive layoffs aren’t just harmful—they’re costly and unsustainable. In contrast, reskilling and upskilling are proven to yield productivity gains, reduce turnover, and strengthen economic resilience.
Engaging Policymakers for Sustainable Change
GWRAB is actively engaging with policymakers to create effective, forward-looking workforce policies. Our strategy includes:
1. Supporting Comprehensive Policy Development: Drawing on insights from successful programs like the CHIPS & Science Act, GWRAB is informing policymakers about models that drove significant private-sector investments and employment gains through structured incentives.
2. Exploring AI Workforce Resilience Legislation: We are advocating for a Workforce Resilience Bill, potentially incorporating incentives such as a 25% investment tax credit and payroll tax reductions for companies proactively investing in employee training.
3. Leveraging Proven State and Regional Frameworks: GWRAB highlights existing successful state-level initiatives, such as Washington State’s workforce programs and regional technology hubs, as practical examples policymakers can replicate nationally.
While these legislative solutions and incentives remain in development, GWRAB is actively working with policymakers to advance these proposals and establish practical frameworks for future adoption.
Investor Engagement: Strategic Opportunities on the Horizon
While GWRAB has not yet secured formal investor partnerships or confirmed funding sources, there are strategic opportunities under exploration that present attractive avenues for potential investors:
1. Workforce Intelligence Initiatives: We envision developing proprietary workforce intelligence reports that offer valuable insights into AI-driven labor market trends, sector-specific workforce displacement risks, and reskilling opportunities. Such intelligence would provide strategic market advantages for early-stage investors and inform both public and private sector workforce strategies.
2. AI Readiness Certification Programs: Recognizing the demand for standardized assessments to validate workforce adaptability to AI and automation, GWRAB is exploring the development of an industry-recognized certification program. This certification would help businesses objectively assess and demonstrate their workforce’s readiness, creating a potential recurring revenue model for early investors.
3. Early-Stage Funding Partnerships: We seek investors interested in partnering at the early stages of workforce resilience program development. Early-stage investors would have opportunities to shape innovative workforce solutions while positioning themselves strategically for growth as the AI-driven workforce market expands.
These represent promising future directions, and we encourage investor conversations to explore these strategic initiatives without prematurely disclosing sensitive operational details.
Next Steps: How to Engage with GWRAB
Policymakers:
We welcome state and federal policymakers interested in collaborating on workforce resilience policy.
Business Leaders:
Join us to implement proactive reskilling strategies, reduce disruption, and align with emerging incentives.
Investors:
Explore early-stage funding opportunities, strategic workforce intelligence initiatives, and innovative workforce adaptation solutions.
Contact us today to begin shaping the workforce of tomorrow.
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