Workforce Pell is about to change the operating environment for short-term workforce programs in higher education. LMI agencies need to be at the center of that change. Universities and community colleges are preparing to launch or scale programs that meet new federal performance thresholds tied to completion, job placement, occupational alignment, and earnings. As they […]

The South Bay Workforce Investment Board (SBWIB) serves 11 cities in southwest Los Angeles County, a diverse and highly dynamic labor market shaped by project-based and skills-intensive industries. Priority and in demand sectors, including construction, health services, leisure and hospitality, logistics, and advanced manufacturing, are characterized by volatile hiring cycles, rapidly evolving skill requirements, and […]

The LMI Insider - February 2026: This issue highlights that nominations are now open for the 2026 State LMI Awards, with winners to be announced at the C2ER + LMI Institute Annual Conference in June. You’ll also find federal updates, including the Friends of the BLS statement on the nomination of Brett Matsumoto. Upcoming events such as *Understanding Opportunity Zones* and the *Data Insights Roundtable* offer timely insights into modernization and regional strategy. This edition also features new tools and reports from Hawaii and Iowa, plus a spotlight on the South Bay Workforce Investment Board’s innovative workforce approaches.