​​​Preparing to meet the demands of the next 50 years of economic growth.

Technology continues to change the world of work and the infrastructure needed to ensure a thriving economy. New industries in the areas of information, logistics, security, communication and distribution have emerged, eager for skilled and willing workers. Targeted workforce training in advance of employment opportunities will yield the prepared labor force necessary to meet the demands of emerging industries. Labor’s Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning, along with the Maryland Workforce Expressway, strive to connect employers in growing industries with Maryland workers trained in the areas they need. Similarly, the Apprenticeship Maryland Program prepares Maryland’s youth for successful and rewarding careers in manufacturing and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) occupations, but even more can be done to ensure Maryland’s place as an economic leader. The introduction of 5G telecommunication networks and autonomous vehicles, as well as the advancements in clean and renewable energy will affect the physical development of our communities. A Better Maryland resolves to strengthen our community’s workforce and its infrastructure by increasing the accessibility and connection to resources needed for Maryland’s 21st century economy.