Education

Quality education is essential to a skilled and competitive workforce. Access to education, coupled with reliable, quality childcare is key for improving economic opportunities for all Americans.
Our education system is failing many students as shown by data that reveals two-thirds of our fourth and eighth graders are unable to read or do math at their grade level. And the United States ranks below a number of other countries in reading and math proficiency. Recognizing the importance of childcare as a key component of the education system is crucial to addressing the current challenges and ensuring that every child has the support they need to thrive.
- 6th in ReadingGlobal Ranking for U.S. Students
- 10th in ScienceGlobal Ranking for U.S. Students
- 26th in MathGlobal Ranking for U.S. Students
Introducing Commerce Meets Classroom, a new series from our K-12 education Senior Manager, Kyle Butler, featuring the business perspective on pressing education issues.

Stories of Education and Workforce in Action
Across our nation’s talent pipeline, we explore the stories of employers investing in the workforce of today and tomorrow to close the skills gap.
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On June 27, we hosted the inaugural National Child Care Innovation Summit, a first-of-its-kind event presented in partnership with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the U.S. Department of Commerce.
Introducing Master Classes, a new series of focused, intensive programs designed for Business Leads Fellows to navigate specific and complex education and workforce issues.
An Early Childhood Education Public-Private Partnership in Kalamazoo, Michigan connects employers, employees, and social services.
Introducing Commerce Meets Classroom, a new series from our K-12 education experts, Kyle Butler and Caitlin Codella Low, featuring the business perspective on pressing education issues.
Columbus Area Chamber president and Business Leads Fellow, Dawson Brunswick, navigates tomorrow's workforce woes today, weaving education, childcare, and community engagement into a brighter future.
Dive deeper with Joseph Davis and Sydney Lewis as they debunk the most common childcare myths, inviting you to explore the hidden truths that every American family should know.
Sasha Nicholas, associate manager of early childhood education, reflects on key takeaways from the panel, "Piecing Together Childcare Solutions," an engaging conversation held at the 14th Annual International Women's Day Forum.
Barbi Jones is moving North Carolina forward in her role as executive director of the Cabarrus Regional Chamber of Commerce, and as a Business Leads Fellow.
Elise Awwad, President and CEO of DeVry University, is a lifelong learner and passionate leader, championing education as a tool for challenging societal norms and achieving economic mobility, especially for women.
In our annual impact report, you will see how we are translating our bold new vision into action by organizing around proven capabilities in civics and democracy, disaster resilience, education, and workforce.