Insights
Where Veterans Land, Communities Grow—and Get Stronger
Veterans who put down roots in a community bring more than a resume. They bring lived experience, a service mindset, and the potential to strengthen...
The Exit Ramp Matters: Veteran Transition as a Community Imperative
Over 200,000 service members take off their uniforms every year and step into civilian life. That moment—what many call “the exit ramp”—is filled...
Why Our First Veterans Transition Webinar Matters — And Why Veteran Readiness Is the Next Step
Over 200,000 service members transition from the military to civilian life each year. For many, this is not a reset—it’s a continuation of a career...
YIGBY: A Creative Solution to the Housing Crisis
Heads up Economic Development experts! We have yet another acronym to add to the vegetable soup. YIGBY – Yes, in God’s Backyard - is popping up in...
5 Immediate Steps for Companies to Kickstart Work-Based Learning
Technology moves fast. Markets shift overnight. Talent expectations are evolving. Companies that invest in workforce development today are the ones...
From Pajamas to Paychecks: A (Mostly) Lighthearted Look at Economic Trends in 2025
Well, folks, 2024 was quite the rollercoaster, wasn’t it? It was a year of wild swings, unexpected turns, and a whole lot of divided opinions. It...
2025 Workforce Insights: Opportunities Amidst Change
There is a lot of uncertainty among workforce development professionals right now. All eyes are on Washington as we wait for WIOA reauthorization...
Higher Education, Even Higher Stakes
With a shrinking pool of prospective students, higher education institutions must work harder than ever to maintain or grow enrollment. Meanwhile,...
Effective Small Business Ecosystems: 4 Key Actions for Local Economic Development Organizations (EDOs)
TPMA, through its work with clients, has gained keen insight and practical wisdom on strategically working with local economic development...
Workforce Pathways for Youth Rounds 4 & 5: Career Pathways for Underserved Youth with Barriers to Employment
If you are a national organization dedicated to empowering youth through career pathway development, this initiative targets historically...
Working with an External Evaluator: Tips and Tricks for PIs and Project Staff
Working with an external evaluator can be intimidating if you don’t know what to expect. As an external evaluator, my purpose is to provide an...
Building Pathways to Infrastructure Jobs Grant Prioritizes Career Pathways, DEI, and Worker-Centered Strategies
The Building Pathways to Infrastructure Jobs Grant will train job seekers in advanced manufacturing, information technology, and technical services...
Workforce Development: A Decade of Transformation
Ten years ago, I resigned from my position as a graduate teaching assistant at the University of Illinois at Chicago, where I was working toward a...
WORC Grants Round 6: Ensuring Long-Term Economic Vitality with a Focus on Equity and Underserved Populations
Do you want to enhance access to quality employment while prioritizing equity and fostering sustainable community impact? The Workforce Opportunity...
Housing Choice Vouchers: Addressing the Housing Crisis through Rebranding and Program & Policy Reform
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) established the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program in 1974 to provide low-income families...