Each year, the New York City Employment and Training Coalition (NYCETC) hosts the largest conference in the city dedicated to increasing access to quality jobs, improving diversity, equity, and inclusivity in growing industries, and strengthening the linkage between workforce development and economic development.

This year’s conference, Setting NYC’s Workforce Agenda, offers two days of programming with distinct focuses: policy on December 3 and practice on December 4. Each day is designed to stand alone, so whether you attend one or both days, you'll hear from and network with stakeholders from across the city who are focused on setting New York City’s workforce agenda for 2025.

December 3 – Setting the Workforce Agenda — On Policy offers a day of 'deep dives' into policy innovation, advocacy, and the future of workforce development. Attendees will explore how strategic policy changes can drive meaningful progress, with a strong focus on legislative reform, funding allocations, and regulatory frameworks to support diversity, inclusivity, and accessibility.

December 4 – Setting the Workforce Agenda — On Practice is focused on practical, action-oriented discussions, emphasizing the real-world application of workforce development strategies. Attendees will be encouraged to zero in on effective performance practices and partnership approaches that truly make a difference on the ground.

The NYCETC Conference is a key part of NYC Workforce Week, which will convene stakeholders for conversations on workforce and economic development during the first week of December. 

Explore the agenda for December 3 and 4

NYCETC members enjoy a special ticket price of $175 / day. The standard ticket rate is $250 / day.

Your ticket includes:

• Plenary sessions, breakout sessions, and fireside chats
• Engage with 300 economic and workforce development leaders, including training providers, educators, funders, employers, and government officials
• Complimentary breakfast and lunch
• Invite to exclusive pre-and post-conference virtual networking space

Support the conference by becoming a sponsor today. For more details, contact Stephanie Birmingham, Director of Community and Operations, NYCETC, at sbirmingham@nycetc.org.

Host Committee Chair: Debbie Roman, Managing Director, Per Scholas

Cynthia Y. Brackett, Regional Director, NYC, Center for Employment Opportunities

Lakythia Ferby, Technical Advisor, International Rescue Committee

Celeste Frye, Founder and CEO, Public Works Partners

Daniella Henry, Senior Director of Policy and Community Engagement, Elemental Impact

Yahshaanyah L. Hill, Senior Vice President & Chief Program Officer, Upper Manhattan Empowerment Zone Development Corporation

Helen Kogan, Executive Director, Metro, NPower

Jennifer Mitchell, President and CEO, The Doe Fund

David Nidus, Executive Director, Andromeda Community Initiative

Priya Ramanathan, Head of Growth, FutureFit AI