The NLx Research Hub recently released an important technical report that should get the attention of labor market information practitioners and workforce analysts who rely on online job posting data to understand labor demand. The study asks a fundamental question: How closely do online job postings reflect actual hiring activity across occupations? In her recent […]
Continue ReadingTwo weeks ago the LMI Institute shared how state LMI shops can be potential partners under the Department of Education’s upcoming Workforce Pell proposal in July 2026. The proposed regulations create a new connection between federal student aid and labor market data. The regulations require workforce programs to demonstrate alignment with employer demand and measurable […]
Continue ReadingWorkforce 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 […]
Continue ReadingLMI Insider: March 2025 – This month’s features highlight Congressional approval $6M to BLS and updates on the Data Users Academy, congratulating the new board chair for PMP, and updates on the LMII Awards nominations. Stay informed on the latest events, webinars, and featured reports/tools.
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On July 1, 2024, Angela White, Director of Kansas Labor Market Information Services, became the Chair of the LMI Institute. With over 25 years of experience in LMI, she brings a deep understanding of the industry and a passion for using data to drive informed decision-making. Learn more about Angela’s background and goals for the […]
Continue ReadingJuly 2, 2024 In This Issue Feature News & Reports ICYMI Data Visualization Careers Key Events & Courses Features The Baton Has Been Passed! We Are Headed to Sacramento in 2025! You have probably already heard the exciting news: the 65th annual C2ER Conference and LMI Forum will be held in Sacramento, CA from […]
Continue ReadingJuly 2, 2024 In This Issue Feature News & Reports ICYMI Data Visualization Careers Key Events & Courses Features In the previous email, we regretfully omitted the enormous contributions that the California Employment Development Department and the California Centers of Excellence continues to make to the C2ER / LMI Institute network. We deeply regret the […]
Continue ReadingDear Colleagues and LMI Institute Members, I would like to personally invite you to the LMI Institute Annual Forum in June. It will be in the historic port city of Norfolk, Virginia June 12 to 14. Please know that special optional pre-conference training will be June 11. Please join your colleagues from across the nation […]
Continue ReadingJanuary 2024 Welcome to LMI Insider – A Publication of the Labor Market Information Institute Announcing the Annual LMI Institute Forum: Navigating Data for Economic Success It’s official: THE professional development event of the year for workforce development researchers is scheduled! Pre-Conference Trainings: June 11, 2024 Annual Conference: June 12 – 14, 2024 Norfolk […]
Continue ReadingJanuary 2024 Welcome to LMI Insider – A Publication of the Labor Market Information Institute Announcing the Annual LMI Institute Forum: Navigating Data for Economic Success It’s official: THE professional development event of the year for workforce development researchers is scheduled! Pre-Conference Trainings: June 11, 2024 Annual Conference: June 12 – 14, 2024 Norfolk […]
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