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What Constitutes a ‘Good Job’, and How Can We Create More of Them?

June 28, 2017
Economic Opportunities Program, and Business & Society Program

“Our people are our most important asset” is a common refrain from the C-suite — but does the walk match the talk? For decades, working Americans have seen rising living expenses and flat paychecks, resulting in widespread financial stress among American families, communities, and the nation. What constitutes a “good job”? What roles should business and government play in creating them?

This conversation is led by Economic Opportunities Program in collaboration with Business and Society Program.

 

Featured Speakers

Clara MillerNadia RawlinsonDavid RolfAndy Unanue

 

Moderators

Maureen Conway @Conway_MaureenVice President for Policy Programs, The Aspen Institute@Aspen Institute Executive Director, Economic Opportunities Program@AspenWorkforceJudith Samuelson @JudySamuelsonVice President, The Aspen Institute@AspenInstitute Executive Director, Business and Society Program@AspenBizSociety

 

This panel discussion took place at the 2017 Aspen Ideas Festival. To learn more, visit aspenideas.org.

 

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