The LMI Institute extends heartfelt thanks to all who joined us in Sacramento last month for a week full of shared learning, collaboration, and leadership. Special thanks to federal statistical leaders Erika McEntarfer (BLS), Ron Jarmin (Census), and Vipin Arora (BEA) for joining us and reaffirming their commitment to secure, reliable public data.
Inside this issue:
Federal Budget Watch: What’s ahead for BLS, BEA, and Census staffing and structure?
Celebrating Excellence: Meet the 2025 LMI Award winners from Nevada, Arizona, Minnesota, and California
Featured Tools: Explore new data platforms from Indiana and North Carolina
What’s Next: Stay tuned for upcoming trainings and events
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The LMI Institute community is gearing up for a major gathering in Sacramento! This month’s edition has everything you need to stay informed — from conference highlights and federal policy updates to exciting tools from two states and a spotlight on how community colleges are using LMI to drive student success. Read more!
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LMI Insider – April 2025: This month, learn about advocacy efforts for increased BLS funding, highlights from the Data User Insights Academy, and what to expect from the 2025 C2ER + LMI Institute Annual Conference — including a stellar lineup of speakers like BLS Commissioner Erika McEntarfer. Plus, explore new career tools from Wisconsin and Kansas!
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Reflecting on their experience in the Data User Insights Academy over the past nine months, a team of LMI data producers and users from Florida learned that simply making themselves more visible and available to local workforce boards could significantly strengthen engagement. They realized many partners weren’t even aware of the state’s main LMI platform, […]
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On March 14, 2025, Congress passed a continuing resolution that includes a $6 million increase in funding for the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). The understanding is that this funding boost is designed to address immediate operational needs at BLS, including support for one of its most essential surveys—the Current Population Survey (CPS).
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LMI 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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LMI Insider: February 2025 – This month, we’re diving into the ongoing shifts in federal data access, highlighting resources to help you stay informed and connected. Plus, don’t miss upcoming events like our Data Insights Roundtable and the LMI Institute & C2ER Conference. We’re also celebrating the remarkable career of Mike Sylvester as he embarks on a well-earned retirement. Finally, check out featured tools from Alabama, Maryland, and Ohio—including an industry cluster deep dive and a Valentine’s-themed data snapshot!
Read on for all the details!
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LMI Insider – January 2025: Happy 2025! We’re updating LMI resources, starting with the Education and Workforce Data Sources section. New tip sheets are also coming, with the first on designing impactful dashboards. Join our first Data User Roundtable on January 30 at 2 PM (EST), featuring Michigan’s Workforce Innovation Network (WIN). Looking forward to a great year ahead!
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LMI Insider: December 2024 – 2024 Accomplishments: Year in Review Thank you for a great year! In 2024, we launched Data User Insights, partnered with six states in the Data User Academy, and connected at our Forum in Norfolk and PMP Summit in Denver. In 2025, we’re expanding the Academy and continuing the Roundtable series. Let’s keep the conversation going—reach out anytime! Click to see more.
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The LMI Institute is the preeminent resource for supporting the development, interpretation, and use of labor market information (LMI). We define LMI as all quantitative or qualitative data and analysis related to employment and the workforce. LMI System & Program Support Continued to implement the LMI Institute strategic plan focused on promoting Institute effectiveness, advocating […]
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