A personal account from a Bridges Getting Ahead graduate
- Date: 07/01/2024
Poverty… it sucks. Nelson Mandela gave his famous speech nearly 20 years ago calling for our world leaders to make…
Since assuming the position of President of the Chester County Chamber of Business and Industry (CCCBI) in 2022, I have had the opportunity to travel throughout Chester County and meet with Chamber members, other job creators, and community leaders to hear their input on items that impact their respective sectors.
Whether in the hospitality industry, manufacturing region, healthcare providers, or our large financial institutions – the feedback has consistently listed that the workforce continues to be an issue for employers of all sizes.
A myriad of factors has led to this workforce shortage, including lack of childcare, limited access to mass transit, and shortage of affordable housing options for workers.
Have more mobility news that we should be reading and sharing? Let us know! Reach out to Sage Kashner (kashner@ctaa.org).
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