We're in an era of change. Moving forward from what seems to have been in play since the 80s, when Reagan was in office. Now, a Walsh College survey uncovers the thinking of new economy firms.
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"The results indicate 'new-economy' businesses
want policies that will reduce business taxes while advancing
strategies to better prepare our workforce, retain our graduates, and
rebuild our roads and bridges," Walsh College President and CEO
Stephanie Bergeron said. “That has been an important issue raised by
many business leaders. However, the considerable support for education
and retraining initiatives is significant, as evidenced by the high
ranking of work-relevant curriculum changes, expanding the role of
workforce development, and finding ways to keep graduates in Michigan.
We believe these are critical issues to address if we are to have the
workforce necessary for a knowledge-based economy."
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