President's Club and Impact Council Reception

According to a survey by the Brookings Institute, scholars predict that by

the end of THIS year the United States will be short three million

     college graduates.

Here in Iowa, we still need to add more than 120,000 workers with post-

secondary degrees or credentials by 2025, according to a study Iowa

commissioned from Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce.

Add those statistics to our low unemployment rate and it’s no

wonder employers just like you are wringing their hands over talent

acquisition and retention challenges.

This is why businesses must reach out to high school students – even junior high

students - to begin the discussion of future career development.

• What would you say to a high school junior about a career in your industry?  At your workplace?
• What would you tell teachers about what needs to be taught in the classroom to prepare

students for the future workforce?

Now you’ve got a chance to do both.  Come to a reception on June 21^st when you will meet

students you’ll never forget.  You may even want to hire them now!  You will connect with those

who drive curriculum decisions and influence outcomes for your future hires.

Learn how you can tap into the amazing minds and talent of Valley High School students

this fall and in the second semester.  These students are ready and eager to tackle real issues for you.

When:             Thursday, June 21st

                        4 – 6 PM                                 Reception with appetizers and open bar with fellow President’s Council members and

                                                                        Impact Council members of the chamber

                        4:30 – 5:15 PM                       Presentation by West Des Moines Community Schools, Valley High School

                                                                        Students from Stilwell Junior High and Valley High School

                        5:15                                         Q & A

                        5:30 – 6 PM                            Continuation of reception

Where:            Glen Oaks Country Club

Register:         carole@wdmchamber.org

                       Deadline is Friday, June 15^th.