TwinWest’s Business Education Network is comprised of public and private sector leaders committed to developing and retaining talent in our region.  

Mission: To align resources and efforts, and develop partnerships with employers, K-12 school districts, post-secondary institutions, and government and community organizations to increase our ability to anticipate, adapt and respond to the region’s talent needs. 

TwinWest Talent and Workforce Goals

• Facilitate regional solutions and collective action to meet talent needs
• Generate strategic partnerships and public-private investments that benefit business, communities and people
• Drive key strategies to attract, develop and retain a thriving workforce

2018 Key Impact

• Percent of 18 – 24 year olds enrolled in a post-secondary institution or apprenticeship program
• Percent of people who complete a degree, credential, or apprenticeship program
• Close gap in high school graduation rates between students of color and white students
• Number of businesses, schools and students participating in TW talent development strategies