Available now: The Advisory Board Advantage

Audience: Secondary/postsecondary CTE leaders, advisory board members

This book provides CTE program leaders with practical strategies for transforming advisory boards from compliance exercises into powerful tools for driving program success. By focusing on purposeful engagement rather than administrative, this book helps CTE leaders develop boards that effectively bridge education and industry needs, ultimately improving student outcomes and program relevance.

$29.95. Order now through Shop ACTE and Amazon; inquire about bulk discounts by contacting us.

Investing in the future: Measuring employer ROI in early talent development

Audience: Employers, chambers, trade and industry associations

Employers are facing real challenges in finding enough talent to fill critical roles, but continue to rely on a workforce development system that can no longer meet their needs. They need a new strategy – engaging and nurturing young talent during its formative stages – but need a way to track progress and outcomes. This paper offers a model they can use.

The Employer's Guide to Working with Schools

Audience: Employers

Partnering with schools in career and technical education (CTE) can transform your workforce strategy. This guide outlines why and how employers can engage with local schools to build a talent pipeline, retain community talent, boost employee satisfaction, and enhance your company’s reputation.